Antelope Island State Park Manager

JOB
Job Title: Antelope Island State Park ManagerLocation: SyracuseJob Description: Are you ready to lead one of Utah’s most iconic state parks? We are seeking a dedicated Park Manager for Antelope Island State Park, where you’ll oversee the park’s stunning landscapes, wildlife, and visitor experiences while fostering a culture of operational excellence and team development. Elevate your professional journey in this serene setting, where the call of nature and the majestic presence of wild bison create an inspiring backdrop for your leadership. In this role, you’ll provide essential mentorship, empowering staff and promoting their growth, while managing the park’s operations and budget. Antelope Island offers unparalleled opportunities for leadership development, with a work environment that inspires excellence and fosters lasting connections with like-minded individuals. If you’re a passionate leader committed to supporting your team and cultivating their potential, we invite you to apply and make a lasting impact on one of Utah’s most treasured parks. Join us in shaping the future of Antelope Island State Park!Principal Duties: Oversee and direct all operations at Antelope Island State Park, ensuring alignment with Utah State Parks and the Department of Natural Resources’ goals and objectives.Lead, mentor, and support park staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance. Oversee daily operations, ensuring high standards of efficiency, safety, and visitor satisfaction throughout the park. Provide guidance to staff, assisting with the resolution of complex issues that may influence park policies and division strategies. Plan, assign, and directly supervise a dedicated team, fostering their development, recognizing their contributions, and solving problems at various levels. Manage the park’s operations budget, including resource allocation, financial planning, and monitoring expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility. Execute HR tasks such as hiring, disciplinary actions, staff development, and recognition. Develop, implement, and enforce park policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance within the park. Address and resolve complex issues or emergencies, ensuring effective response and recovery while minimizing impact on park operations and visitor experiences. Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations, businesses, and government agencies to support park programs and initiatives. Monitor and evaluate park performance, using metrics and feedback to drive continuous improvement and ensure the park’s success.Ideal Candidate: Dependability and self-motivation. Proven reliability with a strong ability to work independently and take proactive initiative. Expertise in supervising personnel, including hiring, delegating tasks, training, evaluating performance, and managing disciplinary actions effectively. Innovative thinking with a creative vision for opportunities for park enhancement and growth within potential budget constraints. Knowledge to solve problems efficiently to optimize state funds and improve park operations. • Expertise in managing large-scale budgets and accounting activities while providing accurate fiscal oversight. Willingness to participate in the comprehensive planning, design, construction, and upkeep of park facilities. Strong ability to liaise with law enforcement and allied agencies, ensuring clear and productive communication. Superior organizational skills and effective communication. Capability to managing large-scale programs, setting strategic goals, and coordinating efforts across park operations and law enforcement.Why You Should Join Our Team: Leading Antelope Island State Park offers more than just a career—it’s a chance to make a lasting impact while immersing yourself in nature and inspiring a dedicated team. As the Park Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the park’s future, spearheading transformative initiatives, and elevating the visitor experience at this unique and iconic destination. You’ll be part of a supportive and close-knit community where your leadership and contributions are highly valued. This role not only provides competitive salaries and benefits but also offers performance bonuses and opportunities for professional growth within the Utah Division of State Parks. Join us and be a key player in preserving and enhancing the beauty and significance of Antelope Island!The Agency: If you would like more information about working for the Department of Natural Resources please click here.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations, e.g. working in extreme outdoor weather conditions, working in remote wilderness areas and/or boating/OHV areas, etc.valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).Work may require some physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking over rough terrain or rocky surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities.Background check.Some travel may be required.