Summary

This role supports the daily operations and upkeep of a state park on Lake Thurmond, handling tasks like maintenance, visitor interactions, revenue collection, and resource education.

It involves stepping in for the park manager when needed and promoting teamwork across the department.

Ideal for someone who enjoys outdoor work, has customer service experience, and is reliable with administrative duties.

Key Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience
Valid South Carolina Driver's License
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Skill in dealing tactfully with the public
Proficiency in operating office equipment like computers, cash registers, and telecommunications
Capability to perform physical tasks including standing, bending, reaching, and maintenance work
Experience in public contact work preferred

Full Job Description

Located in Plum Branch, South Carolina, Hamilton Branch State Park occupies a peninsula on the 70,000-acre Lake Thurmond. Thanks to activities such as fishing, boating and lakefront camping, the park is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts looking to spend time on the water.

Job Purpose and Duties:

Under general supervision, assists with overall operation and maintenance of a State Park. Performs diversified duties as governed by general instruction, policies and standard operating procedures of the Department. Assumes the responsibilities of the Park Manager in the absence of higher level employees.

1) Assists with park administrative duties in accordance with Department policy and procedures and planning of long and short-term goals.
2) Collect and account for revenue and produce required reports.
3) Perform routine and preventative maintenance on grounds, buildings and equipment to meet established standards and maintain a safe work environment.
4) Manages assigned specific operations to include public use areas, retail operations and facilities. In charge of the inspection of the campgrounds and Campground Volunteer program.
5) Assists in inventories of equipment, supplies and retail items by issue, use and counts; provides a variety of office functions related to callers, correspondence, reservations, and revenue collection.
6) Interprets the cultural and natural resources of the State Park Service to park visitors.
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.

Requirements

High school graduate and two (2) years of related experience.

Additional Requirements:

1) Duties involve standing, bending, sitting, reaching, talking, and hearing. Operation of a computer, typewriter, fax, telecommunications equipment, cash registers and related equipment.
2) Ability to operate a variety of office equipment. Computer knowledge and skills preferred.
3) Ability to deal tactfully and cordially with the public and to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
4) Must possess a valid S. C. Driver's License.

Qualifications

Experience in public contact work preferred.

Additional Information

Actual Job Location: Hamilton Branch 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.

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