Bowring Ranch State Historical Park              

Temporary Park Superintendent I                  *$20.386/Hour

90468 State Hwy 61                                         

Merriman, NE

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:  Under the direction of the Regional Superintendent, responsible for the operation, preservation and maintenance of Bowring Ranch State Historical Park, develop and implement preservation and interpretation programs for historic structures, archaeological features, and historic artifact collection. Maintain and develop interpretive and informational displays, perform historical research, and generate related written compositions as required. Supervise and perform essential grounds, equipment and facility maintenance tasks at Bowring Ranch SHP and its satellite area Cottonwood SRA. Develop, implement and publicize promotional activities related to the historical area; manage park resale operation. Conduct tours and speak to groups. Responsible for the collection of various fees and the proper accounting of same. Maintain records and prepare appropriate reports. Performs additional duties as assigned. Some travel may be required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Knowledge of historical park administration; operation and maintenance of park facilities, preservation and conservation techniques related to maintenance of historic structures and artifact collection; museum/interpretive center operating fundamentals and requirements; park operations, financial management, departmental rules and regulations. Ability to assess, plan and formulate park management needs; communicate effectively; establish and maintain community and public relations with private and governmental entities; plan, assign and supervise the work of others; prepare and maintain reports; enforce park rules and regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:  Bachelor’s degree in park/recreation management or a related field; (wildlife, fisheries, natural resources sciences, public administration, history, museum studies, cultural resource preservation, interpretation, travel and tourism, planning) AND at least one year related experience. Related coursework/training and/or experience in park/recreation management or related field may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. 

Other:  Driver’s license is required.

TO APPLY: Apply online at statejobs.nebraska.gov. Applications must be entered on or before the application deadline to be considered.

*Persons new to Nebraska state government will be hired at the starting pay level. Pay rates for current Nebraska state government employees that are promoted/transferred to this position will be determined by the appropriate labor contract or Classified Systems Personnel Rules.