About Us

The North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) enriches people’s lives through education and stewardship of North Carolina’s natural and cultural resources. DNCR manages over 100 locations across the state, including historic sites, museums, state parks, trails, aquariums, the North Carolina Zoo, the Library of North Carolina, the State Archives, the North Carolina Arts Council, the African American Heritage Commission, the American Indian Heritage Commission, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of State Archaeology, the Highway Historical Markers program, the North Carolina Land and Water Fund, and the Natural Heritage Program. These programs and places unite North Carolinians, create a shared identity, and provide common ground. For more information, please visit www.dncr.nc.gov. We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team.

Description of Work

Position is responsible for the management of Lake Waccamaw State Park and has total accountability for the administration and supervision of the state park in the areas of interpretation and environmental education, natural resource management, program management, law enforcement, search & rescue, emergency medical response, wildland fire suppression, and public relations. Specific duties include the hiring and supervision of permanent and temporary employees; annual planning and prioritizing of parks needs; selection, training, development and directing park staff in a variety of occupations; developing and managing a park budget, establishing park work and operational standards and policies; resolving employee and visitor complaints and/or issues; guiding citizen support groups, interacting with local government, presenting interpretive programs to variety of audiences; developing and managing special events while managing park's natural resources.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Management of the park units and providing public safety services within the Park.
• Represent the park and the division with local governments, businesses, land conservancies, and the public.
• Coordination of recreation, resource, management and emergency service activities between the park and multiple public safety agencies; natural resource impacts from traditional activities; the management and monitoring of rare species; and preventing encroachments of park boundary.
• Planning, directing, managing, and supervising all aspects of day-to-day park operations.
• Planning work operations and short-range goals and objectives.
• Leadership, communication and public relations.
• Overseeing the recruitment, selection and development, coaching, counseling, disciplining, and evaluation of permanent and temporary employees.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Please note: Job postings close at 11:59:59 p.m. the night before the listed Posting End Date above.

Internal DNCR Posting – Only current permanent or temporary NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources employees or layoff candidates with the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by G.S.126 may apply.

Recruitment Range

$52,588.00 - $84,141.00

To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must provide the information on the application form. Any information omitted from the application form, listed as general statements, listed under the text resume section, or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit.

Candidates meet the minimum qualifications of this position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. Vacancy specific knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) and/or management preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience in law enforcement concepts, practices and theories.
• Demonstrated experience interpreting and/or incorporating laws, rules, and/or regulations that affect a large segment of the public, work unit, and/or program.
• Demonstrated experience with emergency medical, search and rescue, and/or safety.
• Demonstrated experience with evaluating and allocating resources, procurement, reviewing purchasing practices and/or contracts.
• Demonstrated experience in developing or administering educational programs necessary to interpret ecological processes and manage natural and cultural resources.

Position/Physical Requirements

Must possess and maintain a Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.

Prior to Employment: Selected candidates are required to have successful results in physical and psychological examinations to include drug testing and a background investigation as required by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education, Training and Standards Commission. Job offer is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screening(s).

Typical work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm; includes evening shifts and weekends on a rotating schedule. Must work weekends and holidays on-call rotation. Considered Emergency Staff and may be required to work on adverse weather days, during emergencies, and special events. Must have a valid driver’s license issued from within the United States or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. Some positions may have housing available, and it is a requirement that the candidate who accepts the position resides in the housing provided.

Within 12 months of hire date, must have the ability to obtain and maintain:

• CPR Certification
• Emergency Medical Responder Certification
• Fundamentals of Search and Rescue (FUNSAR)
• Incident Command Training (ICS) 100,200, 300 and 400
• Wildland Fire Suppression Certifications
• Certified in S-112 Chainsaw Operations Training - perform hazardous tree assessments and if necessary, tree removal within the park.
• Certified Interpretive Guide and/or Certified NC Environmental Educator certification.

This position is located at:

Lake Waccamaw State Park
1866 State Park Drive
Lake Waccamaw, NC 284500

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation and/or Natural Science or related from an appropriately accredited institution AND four years of experience in area of assignment, one of which must be in a supervisory capacity.
OR
An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Necessary Special Qualifications

Certification as a Law Enforcement Officer in accordance with the provisions of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Training and Standards Commission.

Supplemental and Contact Information

The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation exists to inspire all its citizens and visitors through conservation, recreation and education.

• Conservation: To conserve and protect representative examples of North Carolina's natural beauty, ecological features, recreational and cultural resources within the state parks system;
• Recreation: To provide and promote safe, healthy and enjoyable outdoor recreational opportunities throughout the state;
• Education: To provide educational opportunities that promote stewardship of the state's natural and cultural heritage.

To explore NC State Parks visit: https://www.dncr.nc.gov/visit/state-parks

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Supplemental and Contact Information

The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (DNCR) selects applicants for employment based on required education and experience and job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age (40 or older), disability, National Guard or veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or political influence.

We are an Employment First state, ensuring that people with disabilities have equal opportunities to succeed in the state government workplace. DNCR supports pay equity for women, establish paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and foster care, and implement fair chance policies. Join a team that welcomes, values, respects and supports all members of our work community.

Application Process

Be sure to complete the application in its entirety. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application. The hiring process may take several weeks. Be sure to complete the application in full. Applicants are unable to submit more than one application to an individual posting. Only one application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59:59 PM on the night prior to the closing date.

Degree/College Credit Verification

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, along with the state application. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. Applicants who are former member of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DNCR is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DNCR will ensure that persons with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Employment Eligibility

It is the policy of the State of North Carolina and DNCR that all employees provide proof of employment eligibility (immigration and naturalization) on the first day of employment. We participate in E-Verify (Employment Eligibility Verification System).

CONTACT INFORMATION:

N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
Division of Parks and Recreation
121 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: 919-707-9360

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.