ARIZONA STATE PARKS AND TRAILS

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Arizona State Parks and Trails protect and preserves more than 30 state parks and natural areas. The agency also includes the statewide trails program, outdoor-related grants program, the State Historic Preservation Office, as well as the Off-Highway Vehicle Program, and more. With parks located across the state, the agency strives to make outdoor recreation accessible and available to everyone.

Address:  4513 S. Salt Mine Road, Camp Verde, AZ 86322

Salary: $21.50 - $24.50 / per hour 

Grade: 18

Closing Date: July 14, 2026

Under general direction Park Manager, oversee and supervise daily operations of Rockin’ River Ranch State Park. Assist Park Manager with park administration, including instructing, training and counseling subordinate staff, while performing a variety of park tasks as well as problem solving and park decision making. Ensures public safety by enforcing park rules and regulations. Assists in maintenance, landscaping, interpretation, janitorial, and customer service duties.

Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Park Operation Management:
Responsible for the daily administration and operation of Rockin’ River Ranch State Park. Assists the Park Manager in all aspects of oversight and operations of customer service, interpretive planning, overseeing and participating in park development, operating budget, and administrative tasks. Communicates on a regular basis with the Park Manager on operational and personnel issues. Works independently and in group settings to identify and address needs of the park.

Maintenance, Landscaping, and Safety:
Performs maintenance, landscaping, and janitorial tasks on buildings and grounds. Supervises staff on same tasks. Conducts regular grounds and facility inspections to establish and prioritize maintenance projects and inspect for safety issues; Assists with supply inventory and maintenance for equipment. Keep parks operating safely and within the law including protection of environmental, cultural and natural resources. Establish maintenance standards and expectations for repairs, on-going/preventative maintenance, and projects necessary to meet needs of park resources, visitors and staff. Strategic thinking for the organization to maximize the mission outcome. Ensures visual management tools are being properly used by staff.

Leadership and Staff Development:
Lead direct reports to problem solve, build strong team working relationships, and complete park tasks and goals. Develops and mentors staff by using best management practices and setting leadership examples through positive workplace culture initiatives. Assist Park Manager with monitoring and coordinating employee work schedules, hiring, and training staff. Make sure staff adheres to ADOA and ASPT guidelines. Creates and monitors employee schedules, timecards and approves leave requests. Evaluates employees through a performance management process and maintains standards of expectations, recognition, accountability, and disciplinary action when necessary. Seeks training for employees that improve the chances for betterment and promotion. Works with the Park Manager and Human Resources to respond to employee issues, workplace concerns. Assist and perform human resource related duties to include recruitment, hiring, training and developing staff.

Customer Service, Interpretation, and Communication:
Provide accurate interpretation to the public and other stakeholders at the parks and outreach events, using best customer service practices. Collaborate, foster and maintain a positive relationship with visitors, guests, stakeholders and end users on behalf of the park. Communicate effectively with visitors and staff or diverse backgrounds, while maintaining a courteous and professional manner. Operate visitor center and entrance station, greeting visitors, selling park passes and park store items. Oversee groups and individuals for service pr