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SPFHS-2026-9 Assistant Residence Manager (UNCLASSIFIED)
New Jersey Department of Environmental ProtectionUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 Feb 2026
💰 $86,250/yr
About the role
Open to: General Public
Work Week: 40 (40-hour) Work Week
Salary: (X98) $86,250.00
Opening Date: February 5, 2026
Closing Date: February 26, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites
State Park Service
Historic Residence
Princeton, NJ 08540
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below. Applicants who previously applied to SPFHS-2025-10 need not reapply.
Description
Serving as second to the Residence Manager at an historical residence within the Department of Environmental Protection in the State of New Jersey. The Assistant Residence Manager is responsible for assisting with managerial and operational oversight to the vast responsibilities associated with the residence ensuring the daily operations, facilities management and staff oversight are carried out with professionalism and diplomacy. Selected candidate would be expected to frequently work nights and weekends.
Specific to the Position
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Aids the Residence Manager with planning of and preparations for scheduled events at the residence including formal catered dining events and official receptions, official meetings and media events. Demonstrates expert knowledge of event planning and coordination.
Supervises, guides, and directs event coordinators in the appropriate and authorized use of the facility. Oversees the scheduling and execution of guided tours at the facility.
Assists with the oversight of the day-to-day janitorial and housekeeping responsibilities and facility maintenance and necessary repair work at the residence.
Provides hospitality services during events, receptions, and dinner as well as supports and directs food and beverage service.
Serves a liaison to community neighbors by maintaining an open, transparent communication on events, maintenance or renovations that may be of interest.
Performs other related duties including assisting subordinate staff with assigned tasks as necessary.
Requirements
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Experience: One (1) year of experience that is directly related to the functions of the assigned position.
NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.
NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience on a year-for-year basis.
License
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
SAME Applicants
If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit SAME Program, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.
Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish,
Work Week: 40 (40-hour) Work Week
Salary: (X98) $86,250.00
Opening Date: February 5, 2026
Closing Date: February 26, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1
Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
State Parks, Forests & Historic Sites
State Park Service
Historic Residence
Princeton, NJ 08540
Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below. Applicants who previously applied to SPFHS-2025-10 need not reapply.
Description
Serving as second to the Residence Manager at an historical residence within the Department of Environmental Protection in the State of New Jersey. The Assistant Residence Manager is responsible for assisting with managerial and operational oversight to the vast responsibilities associated with the residence ensuring the daily operations, facilities management and staff oversight are carried out with professionalism and diplomacy. Selected candidate would be expected to frequently work nights and weekends.
Specific to the Position
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Aids the Residence Manager with planning of and preparations for scheduled events at the residence including formal catered dining events and official receptions, official meetings and media events. Demonstrates expert knowledge of event planning and coordination.
Supervises, guides, and directs event coordinators in the appropriate and authorized use of the facility. Oversees the scheduling and execution of guided tours at the facility.
Assists with the oversight of the day-to-day janitorial and housekeeping responsibilities and facility maintenance and necessary repair work at the residence.
Provides hospitality services during events, receptions, and dinner as well as supports and directs food and beverage service.
Serves a liaison to community neighbors by maintaining an open, transparent communication on events, maintenance or renovations that may be of interest.
Performs other related duties including assisting subordinate staff with assigned tasks as necessary.
Requirements
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree.
Experience: One (1) year of experience that is directly related to the functions of the assigned position.
NOTE: All U.S. degrees and transcripts must be from an accredited college or university. All foreign degrees and transcripts must be evaluated for accreditation by a recognized evaluation service by the closing date of this posting. Failure to provide documentation may result in ineligibility.
NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional experience on a year-for-year basis.
License
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
SAME Applicants
If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit SAME Program, email SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.
Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/
Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish,
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