PARK MANAGER 2 - 81601
About the role
The Department of Environment and Conservation exists to enhance the quality of life for citizens of Tennessee and to be stewards of our natural environment. Our Department is committed to providing a cleaner, safer environment that goes hand-in-hand with economic prosperity and increased quality of life in Tennessee. We deliver on our mission through managing regulatory programs that maintain standards for air, water and soil quality while providing assistance to businesses and communities in areas ranging from recreation to waste management. We manage the state park system and programs to inventory, interpret and protect Tennessee's rich natural, historical and archaeological heritage.
The selected candidate will have a unique opportunity to help establish and guide a new park through its formative years.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.
Closing Date: 10/18/2026. For more information, visit: https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/environment/job-announcements-/executive-service/01008531_tsp_park_mgr_2_brsp_tdec-job-opp_es_ua.pdf
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree, with preference given to those with degrees in Natural Resource Management (Natural Resources, Forestry, Wildlife Biology, etc.) or Park and Recreation Management.
- Three years full-time professional park and conservation experience, of which one year must be supervisory.
- Preference may be given to candidates with five or more years of natural resource or parks and recreation management experience.
- The candidate is required to be a state commissioned officer recognized by the Tennessee Law Enforcement Training Academy or is willing to become commissioned.
Pay
Annual Salary: $79,320.00 - $102,468.00