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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00266465 |
Description Activated On: 8/4/2026 2:57:31 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This is a journeyman level management position within the Park Operations and Maintenance Division of the Bureau of State Parks and is responsible for learning management of a wide variety of technical, professional and functional program services, advice, and direction within and outside the Bureau. Employee is responsible for providing direct support to the individual parks, regional offices, and other sections and divisions within the Bureau at the direction of the Division and Section Chiefs. Employee interacts and coordinates tasks with Bureau staff, Office of Chief Counsel, other Bureaus, Agencies and Departments, agreement holders, and the public at large. Employee researches, and understands state park program objectives, priorities, guidelines and standards under the direction of the Division and Section Chiefs. Handles the duties and development of park rules, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards for assigned program areas and tasks. Conducts research and working through the Division and Section Chiefs, providing advice to field personnel, planners, consultants, engineers, architects, and the public on park program services problems and issues. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Assists in the administration of the Bureau’s Land Management Program. Works with Program Services Section Chief to provide guidance and direction to field managers on the proper legal execution, and contractual obligations and requirements of the programs. Drafts leases and provides to park managers for review. Coordinates review of drafts with Office of Chief Counsel. Assists with staff directing outdoor programming services at parks. Assists with staff managing park natural and cultural resources and works with Resource Management and Planning Division staff. This could include managing resource and cultural projects with staff and/or volunteers, as well as participate in resource and cultural actions such as resource inventory, forest stewardship, and watershed restoration. Conducts research on a wide variety of assigned projects. Analyzes relevant information and makes recommendations based on research. Information may be in various printed and electronic formats including maps, plans, legal documents, and spreadsheets. Reviews and provides responses to correspondence and e-mails received from the public relative to employee’s programs. Researches, responds to, and/or forwards questions and comments received through the DCNR website to field and central office personnel. Researches and prepares draft responses to legislative and public requests on program under the purview of this position or as assigned. Researches and prepares grant applications as needed for grant opportunities. Administers grants and ensure compliance to grant terms. Reviews, comments, and recommends changes on the Bureau’s existing and proposed management manuals, policies, procedures, and standards. Reviews, comments, recommends and implements changes to POMD information located on the Bureau’s Intranet website. Conducts research and determines the effectiveness and efficiency of state park programs and makes recommendations for improving or modifying services. Conducts research on assigned projects, program services problems and issues, and analyzes information and works with supervisor on the results of the findings. This may require on-site visits to state park facilities throughout Pennsylvania. Analyzes and reviews statistical data to determine program trends and potential problems. Provides information to the public on state park program services through pamphlets, brochures, press releases, direct mail, and phone service. Reviews web pages, brochures, and press releases on program services issues. Provides assistance and guidance to the regional and field parks, through personal interactions, and by the development of tools to assist in the daily operations of the parks and their programs. Participates in formal training programs designed to learn how to direct the operation, maintenance, and recreational activities of a state park. Interacts with Chief Counsel, Central Office personnel, Park Regional Offices, Park Offices, sister agencies, agreement holders, and the general public on issues dealing with the varied agreements and programs within the Program Services Section, verbally, in writing, and through electronic messaging. Learns various state parks rules, regulations, fees, policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards for field staff and, where appropriate, assists in drafting revisions to rules and regulations, management directives, policies and/or guidelines to ensure uniform application on a statewide basis for operational matters. Works closely with other sections within the Bureau as well as other state agencies, etc Assists in other duties of the POMD, as requested by supervisor. Prepares letters, reports, and correspondence as required. Operates motor vehicles to travel to various work sites. In accordance with Act 153 of 2014 this position is required to complete Child Abuse, Criminal and Federal Criminal History Checks every 5 years. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Employee receives direction and supervision on assignments from the Section Chief(s) through written and verbal instructions. Experienced managers and various Bureau personnel provide additional guidance and information on matters that require specialized knowledge. Routine issues are decided on a case-by-case basis with adherence to policies and procedures, with review and approval from supervisor(s). Employee drafts program decisions involving issues and tasks within the program areas of responsibility based upon the interpretation of general guidelines and employee’s prior knowledge and experience. All new areas of responsibility are researched with recommendations made to the employee’s supervisor(s) for final approval. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: •Must pass psychological testing (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI). Failure to pass this test is a basis for removal from the position. •Must pass Pennsylvania State Police and FBI criminal background checks. A record of conviction of a criminal offense for which more than one year in prison can be imposed as punishment is a basis for removal from the position. •Must obtain and maintain commission as a State Park Officer. Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Class C Driver's License 2. First Aid and Safety Certificate from the American Red Cross 3. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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