• Job Description

  Req#: 5211663
  The Black River is a free-flowing Coastal Plain river bordered by largely untouched and undiminished natural landscapes of forests or farmlands. The river is named after its dark tea-like color, stained by the natural tannins that seep from the river’s leaves and swamps. The Black River steadily meanders from large, open lake-like areas to narrow channels, bordered by forests of cypress, swamp tupelo and loblolly pine. Deep in these forests, you can find ancient cypress and other old growth trees that give you an unblemished glimpse at South Carolina’s past. Many plant and animal species call the river and surrounding swamps home, and it is a popular stopping point for various migratory birds.
  
  Job Purpose and Duties:
  
  The purpose of this position is to assists with overall operation, maintenance, and the build out process of a brand-new state park. Performs diversified duties as governed by general instruction, policies and standard operating procedures of the Department. Work closely with agency stakeholders and perform public speaking engagements that help educate the community on the Black River Initiative including the Black River Water Trail and Parks Network. Assumes the responsibilities of the Park Manager in the absence of higher-level employees.
  
  1) Performs routine maintenance and repair activities on buildings, park equipment, and grounds to include routine mowing and lawn care at all tracts, cleanliness of park use areas at all tracts, and maintains a clean and professional image from both a uniform and vehicle policy standard.
  2) Assists with the administrative activities to include, but not limited to, receiving and documenting revenues, preparing reports and making payments in accordance with standard operating procedures.
  3) Performs janitorial responsibilities within park facilities, conducts miscellaneous repairs and park improvements, to include carpentry, masonry, electrical, and plumbing.
  4) Provides a variety of office functions related to callers, correspondence, document file and retrieval system, etc.
  5) Performs continuous public relations activities and assists with educational and recreational programming including public speaking engagements within the community.
  6) Provides assistance to and works to maintain a safe environment for park visitors, to include enforcement of park rules, regulations and policies within established limits and in accordance with Division policy.
  7) Practice and promote teamwork within the work unit/office, throughout the agency and with external agency stakeholders. Represents office as an active member on agency teams assigned throughout the year.
  
  
  Associate's degree in Park Management or related field with (1) year related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
  Additional Requirements:
  
  1) Position requires medium to heavy lifting, walking and standing on uneven terrain, crawling and working at heights. Exposure to weather conditions, cleaning agents and other material used in maintaining park facilities and grounds.
  2) Knowledge of bookkeeping, merchandising and applicable sales principles and practices. Knowledge of applicable terminology and research practices. Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies and organizational functions. Skill in the operation of a motor vehicle. Ability to effectively plan and organize work activities and prioritize task completion according to schedules and goals. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to train other employees. Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public. Ability to exercise judgement and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures.
  3) Must possess a valid South Carolina Driver's License.
  Actual Job Location: Black River State Park
  
  Full-time, 40 hours per week rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
  
  
  The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.
  
  

• About the company

  South Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/) is a state in the Southeastern region of the United States.

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