Property Assistant Manager

Property Assistant Manager Location: Linton, IN 47441 About the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) The Indiana Department of Natural Resources protects, enhances, preserves, and wisely uses natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the benefit of Indiana’s citizens. DNR Fish & Wildlife enriches the quality of life for present and future generations by balancing the biological, ecological, recreational, and economic benefits of Indiana’s fish, wildlife, and their habitats. Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area encompasses 9,098 acres of prairie and marsh habitat and is part of the Wetlands Reserve Program. Activities include biking, boating, fishing, foraging, hiking, and wildlife watching. Salary The salary for this position traditionally starts at $53,222.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. View the total compensation package with our Compensation Calculator. A Day in the Life Oversee daily operations of a mid to large sized DNR property in the absence of and in coordination with the property manager Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing natural resource management, cultural/historic resource management, fish & wildlife management, fish culture, and/or timber management practices and procedures Assist with planning, coordinating, implementing, and directing public use activities on the property which may include hunting, wildlife viewing, camping, hiking, swimming, boating, biking, off‑road vehicle driving, etc. May direct, supervise, inspect, and monitor indoor maintenance, construction projects and repairs Assist in the development, implementation and tracking of a biennial budget and administer operating, preventive maintenance and rehabilitation funds to facilitate operations under the direction of the property manager Direct and monitor construction, maintenance and repair projects using in‑house, temporary and contract labor Responsible for, upon receiving direction from the property manager, reporting, directing, monitoring, reconciling, and reporting revenue and fee collection, donations, change funds, resale accounts, etc. Assist the property manager with operation of a camping program that might include multiple types of camping, campgrounds and/or many camp sites. Responsibilities include sales, revenue collection, central reservation system operation and troubleshooting, customer service, entrance control, and visitor services Represent the property and department with local partnerships and organizations by attending meetings and events that benefit the facility both in cooperation with the property manager and as the manager’s proxy Assist with overseeing and evaluating interpretive services including naturalist, educational programming and general programming for visitors, school groups and off‑site locations on natural and cultural history, display development and maintenance of interpretive signage, and operations of a visitor center Required to serve in on‑call status for emergency response Monitors security and safety operations provided by property personnel and makes decisions on when law enforcement and/or other emergency services are required in conjunction with or in the absence of the property manager Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of heavy vehicles, heavy equipment, light trucks and cars, commercial mowing equipment, farm equipment, power equipment and hand tools Recruit, select, onboard, and train employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development Set expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures What You'll Need for Success Be willing to travel with reasonable accommodation Required to live onsite when housing is available Required to be “on call” 24 hours a day Working knowledge of best practices in regards to resource management Ability to hire, direct, train, develop, motivate, discipline and evaluate a diverse range of employees with varying levels of skill to meet operational demands Ability to communicate effectively with superiors, staff, visitors, customers, media, special interest groups, vendors and other governmental agencies to promote department and division goals, satisfy needs of the organization, and present a positive public image Working knowledge of current and historical construction methods, construction management and construction industry standards including excavating, aggregate, concrete, carpentry (framing through finish), electrical, plumbing, HVAC, code compliance and safety, etc. Working knowledge and ability to supervise the operation, maintenance and repair of construction equipment, commercial mowing equipment, light trucks and sedans, power and hand tools Working knowledge of and ability to apply the principles of recreation management, forestry, and fish & wildlife science to meet goals and objectives Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in directing property operations according to established guidelines Possess organizational skills in planning and coordinating a variety of projects simultaneously Ability to maintain strict adherence to confidential requests, especially when dealing with personnel issues Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach and develop employee skillsets A Bachelor’s degree in Natural Resources, Fish & Wildlife Management, Forestry, Biology, Business Administration, Recreation, or a closely related field Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members. Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana Three medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards Health savings account, which includes bi‑weekly state contribution Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match Two fully‑funded pension plan options A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years Education Reimbursement Program Group life insurance Referral Bonus program Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Free parking for most positions Free LinkedIn Learning access Equal Employment Opportunity The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Indiana