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State Park Manager 3

Posting Begin Date: 2025/10/17

Posting End Date: 2025/11/02

Category: Parks and Recreation

Sub Category: Natural Resources

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 32.97

Maximum Salary: 32.97

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

NOTE: All applicants must apply by 4:59 PM MST on the closing date.

Join the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation as the visionary Park Manager 3 for Lake Cascade State Park in Cascade, ID!

Nestled approximately 75 miles north of Boise, Lake Cascade State Park is an expansive and diverse recreational haven, featuring 86 miles of stunning shoreline and covering 26,307 surface acres at full capacity. As the Park Manager, you will oversee the management of this sprawling park complex, which operates in partnership with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and consists of 17 distinct units, each offering unique experiences for visitors.

Lake Cascade State Park offers a wide range of outdoor recreation. Visitors can enjoy 272 developed tent and RV sites across 12 campgrounds, plus a dispersed camping area, a tent-specific area, group yurts at Osprey Point for up to 30 people, and a group site at Snowbank for up to 75 people, with reservations available for most group sites and nine campgrounds. The park’s six day-use areas provide ample space for picnicking, lake access, and two picnic shelters for gatherings. Lake Cascade is also a hub for water recreation, featuring boating, windsurfing, sailing, and fishing, supported by six shoreline units with boat ramps and handling docks. In winter, the park transforms into a snowy playground with groomed cross-country ski trails and a frozen lake ideal for ice fishing and snowmobiling.

As Park Manager 3, you will lead the management and operations of Lake Cascade State Park. Your leadership will be critical in preserving the park’s natural beauty while enhancing the visitor experience.

You will oversee a team of six employees that includes four Park Rangers, one Administrative Assistant, and one Assistant Manager. Because the park covers a large geographic area and it can take up to 45 minutes to travel from the main reporting location to some campgrounds, strong people management skills and the ability to lead a distributed team you may not see in person every day are essential for success.

Equally important is the ability to foster strong, lasting relationships both within the community and with key partners. The park’s success relies on close collaboration with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and other state, local, and regional stakeholders. This role also serves as a visible presence in the community, engaging with local leaders, business owners, recreational user groups, and volunteers to support initiatives that enhance the visitor experience and protect the park’s resources. Your capacity to communicate effectively, build trust, and navigate these diverse relationships will be vital in creating a sense of shared stewardship for Lake Cascade State Park.

Housing is available for this position, making your transition to Cascade smoother and more convenient.

This is more than a job; it's an opportunity to shape the future of one of Idaho’s most cherished state parks. If you're a leader with a passion for the outdoors and a track record of effective management, we invite you to apply.

Learn more about Lake Cascade State Park at: www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/parks/lake-cascade/

For questions about this position, please contact: South Region Manager Johannes Giessen

+ Phone: ( 208) 939-0696

+ Email: [email protected]

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

1. Management

+ Projects annual budget requirements and sets priorities

+ Prepares performance and financial reports

+ Plans, projects costs, authorizes purchases, and implements major work projects

+ Supervises subordinates and oversees work of permanent, seasonal and volunteer staff

+ Provides for employee orientation and training and conducts staff meetings

+ Determines need for and requests seasonal and volunteer staffing

+ Develops proposals for park master plan

+ Oversees outdoor recreation programs, including park concessions

+ Negotiates leases within park

2. Recreation and Resource Management

+ Analyzes and recommends action to protect and conserve parks' natural, historical, and recreational environment

+ Coordinates with user and community groups, special interest groups, landowners, and other agencies regarding issues of joint concern including recreation activities and resource management Implements natural resource plans

+ Represents the Department at public meetings

+ Advises local planning committees and their contractors regarding park design, development, and recreation programs

+ Manages the development and promotion of park activities, oversees the development and implementation of the Park's interpretive programs/displays

3. Compliance and Safety

+ Schedules and supervises staff to protect resources and provide a safe environment for park users

+ Serves as liaison between park and enforcement agencies

+ Works closely with local authorities to ensure compliance with park and recreation program rules and regulations

+ Develops and recommends safety emergency action plans

+ Ensures staff is trained in first aid, search and rescue, and accident investigation

+ Reports property damage, recommends corrective procedures, equipment modification, and visitor and employee safety standards

+ Ensures identified employees are trained in rule compliance and the use of equipment, vehicles, and tools Issues citations when necessary and may testify in court

4. Construction and Maintenance

+ Plans and supervises maintenance and repair of park facilities

+ Works with Department Development staff to coordinate development and inspection of construction projects

+ May perform park maintenance and construction tasks

Minimum Qualifications

Considerable knowledge of park and recreation management, outdoor recreation program management and natural resource management. This experience is typically gained by at least three (3) years of work experience with a city, county, state or federal park and recreation organization with two (2) years independently managing the natural resources/facilities, user/visitor facilities, and outdoor recreation programs.

Good knowledge of management practice. This experience is typically gained by successful completion of at least two (2), three (3)-credit, or equivalent classes of upper division college-level coursework, that included all the essential elements of management (Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling); OR at least one (1) year of work experience where responsibility for all the essential elements of management was a primary responsibility. (The Certified Public Manager program offered through the Division of Human Resources will substitute for one year of work experience.)

Experience:

+ Supervising professional and line staff, temporary/seasonal employees, and volunteers. This experience is typically gained by at least one year of work experience in a supervisory role that required responsibility for assigning work, training, and coaching new and existing staff. NOTE: Experience must include the supervision of professional and line staff, temporary/seasonal employees, and volunteers, to qualify.

+ Developing and monitoring a budget. This experience is typically gained by at least two (2) years of work experience developing and monitoring a program budget.

+ Performing construction and building maintenance. This experience is typically gained by independently performing intermediate carpentry and plumbing tasks such as structural building remodeling, plumbing installation, electrical installation, etc. and experience reading and interpreting blueprints.

+ Operating and maintaining vehicles/equipment. This experience is typically gained by operating heavier vehicles and equipment such as tractors with loaders, various types of farm machinery, chain saws, large riding mowers and sprayers AND experience performing minor maintenance work on small engines, pumps, and vehicles such as changing oil and filters and performing minor tune-ups.

+ Developing and presenting structured interpretation/environmental education. This experience is typically gained by successful completion of at least two (2) college courses that included park interpretation/ environmental education; OR, at least two (2) seasons of work experience developing and presenting structured interpretation/ environmental education programs that have covered more than one topic area. (Answering visitor questions does not qualify.)

Given the high volume of applications for IDPR position, we strongly encourage applicants to submit comprehensive resumes and cover letters.

To provide clarity on our desired expectations, we've prepared a sample resume and cover letter: Example Resume and Cover Letter for Manager Position (https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:US:9c4f4123-4b07-4e05-a109-49d9195a18f3)

DO WHAT YOU LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU DO

WHY IDPR? We are innovators in outdoor recreation, committed to excellent service and resource stewardship. We foster experiences that renew the human spirit and promote community vitality. Our mission is to improve the quality of life in Idaho through outdoor recreation and resource stewardship. IDPR manages 30 state parks, trails and attractions throughout every region of Idaho and the registration programs for boats, snowmobiles and other off-highway vehicles (OHV). Money from these registration programs goes back to users to develop and maintain trails, facilities and programs. IDPR also provides free education courses for boaters and OHV operators. To learn more about Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation please visit : https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/

BENEFITS: We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance. There is generous vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start. There are ten paid holidays in a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems; multiple saving plans and optional 401K; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and more. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit: https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.

EEO/ADA/Veteran: The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.