Park Manager

Are you passionate about conservation and want to work with Tennessee State Parks? Tennessee State Parks are among the most beautiful in the United States. We have an outstanding opportunity to join the team at Seven Islands State Birding Park in Kodak, TN.
Nestled along the French Broad River, Seven Islands is home to over 222 bird species and diverse ecosystems, making it a premier destination for birding and nature enthusiasts.

We are seeking a Park Manager 1 to provide leadership, management, and administrative support to this unique park. The role is critical for ensuring effective natural resource management, with a particular focus on the park’s keystone species, the bobwhite quail. Preferred candidates will have five or more years of previous experience in parks and recreation management and natural or cultural resource management experience. Educational requirements include having a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, or a related field. The candidate is required to be a State Commissioned officer recognized by the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy or is willing to become commissioned.

• Supervise a team of 4 full-time staff by providing leadership, work plans and administering the performance management cycle.
• Oversee the park’s annual operating budget, park operations and visitor services.
• Collaborate with local business, officials, partners and volunteers on community outreach initiatives to promote the park, strengthen community engagement and support economic development.
• Direct and implement natural resource management parkwide.
• Participate in the implementation and coordination of policies and methods for park operations. Study, review, and enforce state policies and guidelines at the park level.