PARK SUPERVISOR 1 - COMMISSIONED

Posting number: 2026-01582

Department: DCNR - PARKS DIVISION

Job classification: PARK SUPERVISOR 1 - COMMISSIONED

Posting type: Open Competitive

Categories: Parks and Recreation

SummaryThe Park Supervisor is responsible for the management of Wild Horse State Recreation Area, located in Northern Elko County. This park is known for its dynamic winter conditions, spectacular fishing, and beautiful views. The park maintains two 24/7 campgrounds and cabin rentals and serves as a base camp for hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Management responsibilities include supervision of employees, budget development, administration and oversight, collection and safeguarding of fees, overall maintenance and operations, and completion of routine and special reports. This is a commissioned (Law Enforcement) position with public safety responsibilities, subject to Call Back and is required to work various hours and shifts including holidays and weekends in a variety of weather conditions. All personnel in the Park Supervisor series are responsible for ensuring a high level of customer service, developing and presenting a variety of visitor programs, performing ground/facility maintenance and custodial duties. In addition, the successful candidate should have a knowledge of natural resource management and recreation and administrative expertise. Park Supervisors, at this level, are often required to determine the most applicable natural resource approach. They are also required to provide training and career development for their staff, identify facility/grounds maintenance needs and determine the most cost effect way to coordinate equipment and materials. Park residency is mandatory, in state park provided housing.

As a state park peace officer, incumbents write citations, make arrests, handle accidents and incidents, resolve disputes, keep the peace, and respond to emergency situations as required. Live-in law enforcement academy training will be provided, if not currently NV POST certified. The cost of the academy will be paid by the agency. The physical agility exam consists of: a) Vertical jump of no less than 14 inches; b) The Illinois Agility Run in 19.5 seconds or less; c) complete not less than 30 sit-ups in 1 minute; d) complete not less than 23 consecutive push-ups; e) 300 meter run in 68 seconds or less; f) 1.5 mile run/walk in 16 minutes and 57 seconds or less; g) lift and carry a 70-90 pound bag of cement/sand from the ground and carry 10 feet to tailgate of a standard pick-up truck and then return, repeated three times; h) 100 yard swim in 5 minutes.

Park Supervisors (Commissioned) plan, organize, oversee and participate in the administration, law enforcement, maintenance, interpretive programs and resource management of an assigned State park. Examples of dutiesBachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major or minor in park management, outdoor recreation management, ecology, forestry, biology, criminal justice or related field and two years of journey level park ranger experience including park operation, maintenance and interpretation of park facilities; OR two years of experience as a Park Ranger II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above. QualificationsDevelop and administer the park budget; prepare and submit budget proposals and project needs; plan and approve purchases; and establish and monitor spending plans. 

Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; develop work programs and performance standards; delegate and review assignments; counsel staff and take disciplinary action as appropriate; and coordinate special work programs with community organizations, volunteers and federal, State and local agencies. 

Prepare and submit reports on all aspects of park operation and maintenance; attend public, agency and interagency meetings; manage equipment and property inventories; may administer leases, concessions and management agreements; monitor construction projects; develop and maintain the park's operational plan; oversee employee and visitor safety programs; and manage employee residences. 

Oversee the collection of park user fees; review permit transactions and deposits; develop and implement collection policies and procedures; and ensure proper collection and accounting for park revenues. 

Provide park services to enhance the park experience for visitors; plan and implement special programs and events; delegate interpretive assignments and provide technical assistance; review and evaluate program quantity and quality; administer sales outlets; and make public information available. 

Oversee and participate in the park law enforcement program; assess needs and determine training and proficiency levels; implement emergency management plans as needed; and ensure compliance with State law and division policy to preserve the peace and protect the public and park resources. 

Manage the park's natural and cultural resources; identify resource problems and formulate solutions; and effectively utilize resource management practices to preserve and maintain the park resources. 

Plan, organize and manage the park maintenance program; develop goals and objectives; establish priorities and coordinate maintenance and repair projects; formulate equipment and vehicle servicing plans; oversee and participate in the custodial care of park buildings and facilities. 

Positions allocated to this class perform the full range of duties outlined in the series concept. The complexity of park operation is somewhat limited and is determined by a combination of factors including the extent of facilities, visitor attendance, user fees, physical acreage, and staff supervised. 

Perform related duties as assigned. Supplemental informationGeneral knowledge of: history, natural history, flora, fauna, geography and geology; natural and cultural resource management techniques; basic fire suppression principles and techniques; emergency medical procedures and equipment; current personnel practices and principles; bookkeeping and accounting procedures; workplace health and safety regulations; operation and use of tools and equipment used in custodial and general maintenance work. 

Ability to: develop goals and objectives for the operation and maintenance of an assigned park; research information and write interpretive materials; control and account for income and expenditures of a park operation; prepare and administer budgets; write clear, concise sentences using correct English; make oral presentations before various size groups; perform custodial services to park buildings and grounds; observe, recognize and plan appropriate actions designed to alleviate visitor impact/abuse on the park's natural resources. 

Recruiter Contact Information: Susan Ashley – q.ashley@admin.nv.gov