PARK/HISTORIC SITE SPECIALIST II

DEFINITION

This is mid-level professional work assisting with managing and directing the operation, maintenance and visitor services at a state park or historic site facility.

This description may not include all of the duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities associated with this classification.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Assists in planning and directing the overall operation and maintenance of a state park or historic site facility offering a variety of services which may include campgrounds, lodging, marinas, stores, trails, special ecological management areas, historic structures, or non-structural cultural remnants.

Plans and supervises specific areas of a state park or historic site facility operation, or directs a satellite operation.

Researches historical, cultural, and natural resource materials; prepares reports and interpretive materials; assists with the development of permanent and temporary exhibits; presents technical/interpretive information to professionals and the general public.

Assists with, or may be responsible for, general operational activities such as fee and revenue collections, supply and services requisitions, retail sales operations, and the preparation of associated reports.

Accessions (formal process of accepting an item), catalogs and preserves facility collections following Missouri Division of State Parks guidelines.

Assists in planning and developing preservation and management plan concepts and proposals for facility resources.

Assists in planning and implementing state park or historic site development projects which include expansions, new construction, renovations, and maintenance.

Participates in the development of emergency response plans which address natural disasters and human incidents.

Monitors the operation of and provides assistance to concessionaires to ensure contractual compliance and visitor service.

Collects and analyzes data to assist with the preparation and monitoring of the state park or historic site facility budget; provides recommendations relating to operational expenditures, equipment/supply/service procurement, and facility expansion and repairs.

Participates in the supervision and evaluation of facility personnel, including seasonal employees and volunteers; assists with the training of employees in the areas of safety, risk management, equipment operation, and facility maintenance; provides training and instruction regarding restoration of historic items/buildings and landscaping tasks.

Oversees reservations for state park or historic site structures or services.

Greets the public and discusses the facility's resources and the rules and regulations relating to the state park system.

Compiles and analyzes data; prepares fiscal and statistical operational reports.

Exercises independent judgment and initiative; receives general administrative direction.

Performs other related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)

Intermediate knowledge of the state park system and administrative policies, programs and procedures of facility management.

Intermediate knowledge of the State of Missouri's natural and cultural history.

Intermediate knowledge of historical research and artifact preservation methods and techniques.

Intermediate knowledge of general construction and repair methods which include proper utilization of tools, materials and equipment.

Intermediate knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management and supervision.

Intermediate knowledge of the principles and practices of budget preparation and procurement.

Ability to conduct research and present findings.

Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications.

Ability to communicate ideas and information clearly and effectively.

Ability to prepare written interpretive materials, correspondence, reports, and maintain records.

Ability to interpret and explain rules, regulations, policies, and programs.

Ability to interpret and apply instructions, rules, regulations, and policies.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department employees and the general public.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

May be required by assignment to obtain a Missouri law enforcement commission.

May be required to live in state-owned housing located within or near the assigned state park or historic site facility.

May be required to relocate.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

(The following requirements will determine merit system eligibility, experience and education ratings, and may be used to evaluate applicants for Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System positions not requiring selection from merit registers. When practical and possible, the Division of Personnel will accept substitution of experience and education on a year-for-year basis.)

One or more years of experience as a Park/Historic Site Specialist I with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

OR

Two or more years of experience as an Interpretive Resource Specialist I, Park Ranger or Building Construction Worker II with the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

OR

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of 15 earned credit hours in one or a combination of the following: History, Art History, Music History, Anthropology, Museum Studies, Park Management, Recreation, Wildlife Management, Forestry, Natural Sciences, Law Enforcement, or a closely related field; and,

One or more years of experience as a museum curator, exhibit technician, historical researcher, archaeologist, teacher of American/European history, music history or art history; or one or more years of experience as a supervisor overseeing semi-skilled/skilled park or building maintenance work; or one or more years of experience in professional recreation/resort management or natural/cultural resource management.

(Additional qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education.)

(Earned graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the specified areas may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience at a rate of 24 earned graduate credit hours for one year of experience .)

(Minor Revision 3/1/06)