Property Assistant Manager - Tippecanoe River State Park

Date Posted: May 17, 2024

Requisition ID: 442624

Location:

Winamac, IN, US, 46996

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.

About Tippecanoe River State Park:

Tippecanoe River State Park is a 7,353-acre area along the Tippecanoe River that was occupied by the Potawatomi Tribe. French came to the area for trade. English settlers came for farming. The U.S. Parks Service acquired the land in the 1930s and then transferred it to Indiana in 1943. The park still maintains the 90-foot fire tower that offers visitors an outstanding view of the surrounding countryside. Activities include boating, camping, canoeing, cross-county skiing, fishing, hiking (23 miles), and horse riding.

Role Overview:

The Assistant Manager of Tippecanoe River State Park is responsible for effectively carrying out the vision and mission of the Department of Natural Resources by conducting themselves with professionalism, integrity, and ethical soundness in managing the Tippecanoe River State Park Property and its relationship with the surrounding community. Incumbent applies professional (park management, forestry, wildlife management, recreation, occupational safety, or applicable natural science) knowledge and techniques in planning, conducting, and evaluating Department of Natural Resources programs to manage and enhance recreation and/or wildlife resources at Tippecanoe River State Park. Incumbent is directly responsible for administrating the property safety program, volunteer program, inventory, and day-to-day work schedules and work assignments of several employees. In addition, the incumbent works with the Property Manager to administer the property's 4 campgrounds, rent-a-camp cabin facilities, picnic areas, trails, naturalist programs, numerous historic buildings, and resource management programs. Incumbent also serves as the Property Manager in their absence. Fulfilling these duties will ensure that Tippecanoe River State successfully serves its 170,000 guests annually and are good stewards of the historic buildings, natural resources, equipment, and facilities on the 2,785 acres comprising Indiana's 11th State Park.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $47,320.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Responsible for overseeing daily operations of a small DNR property in the absence of and in coordination with the property manager.

• Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing the natural resource management, cultural/historic resource management, fish & wildlife management, fish culture, and/or forest management practices and procedures.

• Assist with the planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing public use activities on the property which may include: hunting, wildlife viewing, camping, hiking, swimming, boating, biking, off road vehicle driving, etc.

• Assist in the development, implementation and tracking of a biennial budget and administrates operating, preventive maintenance and rehabilitation funds to facilitate operations under direction of the property manager.

• Direct and monitor construction, maintenance and repair projects using both in-house, temporary and contract labor.

• May be responsible for, upon receiving direction from the property manager or other division management, reporting, directing, monitoring, reconciling and reporting revenue and fee collection(s), donations, change funds, resale accounts, etc.

• May assist the property manager or other division management with operation of a camping program that might include multiple types of camping, campgrounds and / or a large number of camp sites. Responsibilities include sales, revenue collection, central reservation system operation and troubleshooting, customer service, entrance control, and visitor services.

• Represent the property and department with local partnerships and organizations by attending meetings and events that benefit the facility both in cooperation with the property manager and as the manager’s proxy.

• Assist with overseeing and evaluating interpretive services including naturalist, educational programming and general programming for visitors, school groups and off-site locations on natural and cultural history, display development and maintenance of interpretive signage, and operations of a visitor center.

• Required to serve in on call status for emergency response.

• Monitor security and safety operations provided by property personnel and makes decisions on when law enforcement and/or other emergency services are required in conjunction with or in the absence of the property manager.

• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of heavy vehicles, heavy equipment, light trucks and cars, commercial mowing equipment, farm equipment, power equipment and hand tools.

• May assist with the operation of a concession or monitor the operation of concession by a state concessionaire. This may include maintenance of equipment and concession facilities.

• Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.

• Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Fish & Wildlife Management, Forestry, Biology, Business. Administration, Recreation, or a closely related field.

• Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation.

• Required to live onsite when housing is available

• Required to be “on call” 24 hours a day.

• Working knowledge of best practices in regards to resource management.

• Ability to hire, direct, train, develop, motivate, discipline and evaluate a diverse range of employees with varying levels of skill to meet operational demands.

• Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, staff, visitors, customers, media, special interest groups, vendors and other governmental agencies to promote department and division goals, satisfy needs of the organization, and to present a positive public image.

• Working knowledge of current and historical construction methods, construction management and construction industry standards to include: excavating, aggregate, concrete, carpentry (framing through finish), electrical, plumbing, HVAC, code compliance and safety, etc.

• Working knowledge and ability to supervise the operation, maintenance and repair of construction equipment, commercial mowing equipment, light trucks and sedans, power and hand tools.

• Working knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles of recreation management, forestry, and fish & wildlife science to meet goals and objectives.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in directing property operations according to established guidelines.

• Possess organizational skills in planning and coordinating a variety of projects simultaneously.

• Ability to maintain strict adherence to confidential requests, especially when dealing with personnel issues.

• Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.

• Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities

• Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid new parent leave

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

  Equal Employment Opportunity:

  The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.

  If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .

  The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.

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