Fwd: Wisconsin State Parks Director job announcement
Fretueg, Gregory
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 9:38:16 AM
To: Fretueg, Gregory <Gregory...@illinois.gov>
Subject: FW: Wisconsin State Parks Director job announcement
Greg,
Could you share this with the Chapter?
Thanks,
Mike
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Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 9:24 AM
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Subject: [External] FW: Wisconsin State Parks Director job announcement
Excellent Wisconsin job opportunity for your information and sharing as appropriate.
From: Warnke, Keith - DNR <Keith....@wisconsin.gov>
Sent: Wednesday, April 14, 2021 9:04 AM
To: Torgerson, Ollie - MAFWA <Ollie.T...@wisconsin.gov>
Subject: FW: Wisconsin State Parks Director job announcement
Hi Ollie – Below is a job announcement for the director position of Wisconsin State Parks (with links to additional information and to apply). This is a destination career opportunity for a strong leader who wants to leads the nation’s premier parks program.
We are conducting a nation-wide search to fill this exciting opportunity.
Job announcement:
Introduction
The Department of Natural Resources is hiring a Parks and Recreation Management Bureau Director within the Division of Fish, Wildlife, and Parks. This person can be stationed in any of the following locations depending on space and availability: Green Bay, Milwaukee, Eau Claire, Spooner, Rhinelander, or Madison. Regular travel to Madison central office is required if stationed in other available office locations. The DNR is committed to extending continuous flexibly with candidates for this position throughout the recruitment process and working remotely upon hire.
In addition to many appealing benefits, the DNR offers a fun, casual work environment, flexible scheduling (depending on the position), and opportunities for career development. The DNR is an inclusive, diverse agency that prides itself on commitment to sustainability and giving back to the community. Please click on the following link to view Secretary Preston Cole's recent video presentation to the AFWA (Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies) addressing the DNR and Wisconsin's outdoor recreation experience: AFWA presentation.
**Please note: The successful candidate will be required to work remotely for an indefinite period of time upon hire. A laptop will be provided, however a high-speed internet connection will be essential for this position. Once we are able to return to normal office operations, it is expected that this person will work out of the assigned office location.
Position Summary
The Parks and Recreation Management Bureau Director is a crucial position within the agency and is responsible for multiple facets of internal and external program management. Daily duties include the direction of the state parks system and daily program operations including property management and operations, business systems management such as camping and property admissions, policy and standards development and implementation, stakeholder and partnership relations, property capital improvements, complex issue management, fiscal responsibilities, disaster response, interpretation and education and the general leadership of more than 500 system staff.
The Wisconsin State Park System consists of over 49 state parks, 44 state trails, 9 state recreation areas, 15 state forests and 8 river and resource areas totaling more than 307,000 acres. Additionally, Wisconsin is home to the Ice Age National Scenic Trail and the North Country Trail of which 50 system properties are the host. The system is supported by nearly 200 full time employees and over 300 limited/seasonal employees across the state. The Wisconsin State Park System is a self-funded state park system, successfully and sustainably utilizing camping and admission fees as the sole source of operational funding. In addition, the Parks and Recreation Management bureau provides key property management services for enhanced customer experiences on nearly all 1.6 million acres of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources property including State Wildlife Areas, Fisheries Area and Natural Areas via separate funding mechanisms.
Outdoor recreation in Wisconsin is growing at an incredible rate with more than 95% of Wisconsin residents participating in outdoor recreation. Consumer spending on outdoor recreation in Wisconsin totals nearly $18 billion.
The purpose of the Wisconsin State Park System is to protect and enhance the natural and cultural resources of our Wisconsin State Park System properties while providing high quality recreational and educational opportunities and programs.
The system is a leader in protecting ecological landscapes and providing nature based outdoor recreation throughout the state. The system provides opportunities for current and future generations to explore, enjoy and learn about Wisconsin’s natural and cultural
resources. System employees and partners strive to deliver customers a high standard of recreational services, education and natural resource stewardship.
For the complete position description, please click here.
Salary Information
Starting pay is $47.00 - $51.62/hour for this advanced level position ($97.760 - $107,369 annually). Pay on appointment for current or former state employees may vary based on the applicable provisions of the State Compensation Plan. This position is in Pay Schedule / Range 81-01. The selected candidate will need to serve a 2-year Career Executive Trial Period.
Job Details
Employment will require the selected candidate to pass a background check. DNR does not sponsor work visas, thus, in compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
Qualifications
Required qualifications for this position include:
- Experience establishing or maintaining partnerships with external groups
- Experience in developing policies/ operation guidance from planning through implementation (e.g., strategy, drafting, review, public comment, outreach, training, and implementation, etc.)
- Supervisory experience (e.g., hiring, dismissing, counseling, performance management, etc.)
In addition to the required qualifications, Best-qualified applicants will also have the following qualifications:
-Direct employment experience in Parks and Recreation.
-Formal education in a natural resources field related to recreation or business management.
-Experience overseeing/ leading budget development and implementation (e.g., managing program budgets, allocating resources, revenue generation, etc.) for a budget of at least one million dollars.
-Experience leading and directing senior level managers.
How To Apply
Your resume and letter of qualifications are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.
Your resume and letter of qualifications (job narrative) together should describe your experience in:
- Establishing and maintaining partnerships with external groups, agencies, organizations
- Developing policies/ operational guidance from planning through implementation (i.e. strategy, drafting, review, public comment, outreach, training, and implementation)
- Supervisory experience (e.g., hiring, dismissing, counseling, performance management, etc.).
- Parks and recreation employment experience
- Formal education in a Natural Resources field related to Recreation or Business Management as evidenced by an earned degree. Please state the degree you earned and in what subject/ major/ concentration the degree is in.
- Experience overseeing/ leading budget development and implementation (e.g., managing program budgets, allocating resources, revenue generation, etc.). Please state the scope/ level that you oversaw/ led (e.g., department level, organization level, etc.)
**Please make sure to also include any relevant education, training, and certifications in your resume or letter of qualifications.
RESPONSE LIMITATIONS: The combination of your cover letter of qualifications and resume must provide sufficient detail to portray your qualifications. It is important that they clearly describe your background so the job expert(s) evaluating your application materials are able to make an accurate judgment regarding your qualifications. Use specific examples to clearly demonstrate your level of expertise. References are not necessary at this time.
NEXT STEPS: Your application materials will be evaluated by one or more job experts based on predetermined criteria. The best-qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Please monitor your job cart and e-mail account (including the junk folder) for updates to the assessment process.
QUESTIONS: If you encounter problems in this process, please contact Rebecca Rupnow, Rebecca...@Wisconsin.gov.
Current permanent classified state employees and former permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration via transfer, voluntary demotion or reinstatement must apply through Wisc.Jobs.
The DNR is an equal opportunity employer that promotes and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Deadline to Apply
All applications must be complete and finalized by 11:59pm Central Time on the deadline date (May 10, 2021) in order to be considered.
We are committed to service excellence.
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Keith Warnke
Administrator - Fish, Wildlife and Parks
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
Phone: 608 576 5243
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