| Location | Logan, WV |
| Salary | $48,098–$84,558 Per Year |
Park Superintendent 4
Salary
$48,098.00 - $84,558.00 Annually
Location
Logan County, WV
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
NR26-92 PSA
Department
Commerce - Natural Resources
Opening Date
11/10/2026
Closing Date
11/22/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
LOCATION OF VACANCY
LOGAN
Civil Service Type:
Classified - This Position is Covered Under the DOP Merit System.
Nature of Work
Classified Position/Classified-Exempt Position*
Parks and Recreation/Chief Logan State Park Under general supervision of the Park Superintendent, this employee will act as the parks Assistant Superintendent who is responsible for assisting in the management, operation, maintenance, and protection of Chief Logan State Park. This individual will be responsible for assisting the Park Superintendent in the daily operations of a developed state park that includes a lodge; conference center; a food service operation; year-round cabins; a campground; retail shops; museum; outdoor amphitheater; game courts; playgrounds; picnic sites; and picnic shelters. Additionally, the assistant superintendent will assist in contractual oversight of stakeholder operations including Christmas in the Park, the Chief Logan Recreation Center, Pickin in the Park, and the Aracoma Story. This individual will actively seek opportunities and solutions in increasing occupancy in the various lodging facilities, and work with staff to increase group occupancy and rentals of conference facilities; will assist in creating enticing and creative overnight lodging packages, promotions, activities and events in order to increase visitation and interest in the parks amenities and overnight accommodations; the assistant superintendent will oversee and supervise building and grounds maintenance; will oversee and manage revenue centers including the outdoor pool and slide, campground, retail operations, food service, and lodging. The assistant superintendent will create a culture of providing superior hospitality to park visitors and ensure continued superior hospitality through the training, coaching and motivating of park staff; controls expenses, hires, trains, motivates, and disciplines staff; prepares and approves purchases; handles and resolves customer complaints; responds to emergencies; and performs law enforcement duties.
This individual may perform and coordinate Law Enforcement duties and may be required to successfully complete required Special Natural Resources Police Officer (SNRPO) training and pistol qualification requirements as established by the DNR Law Enforcement Section. SNRPO trainees will be required to pass a one-time background investigation, pre-employment polygraph examination, psychiatric evaluation, and physical examination. Must be licensed or eligible to operate a motor vehicle. The employee will be required to reside in park provided housing, or if housing is not available onsite, must live within a specified distance and receive $1,000 a month in lieu of housing.
The employee may be assigned temporary short-term "off-facility" responsibilities or special assignments away from Chief Logan State Park. May be assigned temporary or long-term supervision of satellite areas located within the region of the principal assigned area. Subject to on-call status. Serves as Ranger Style rule/law enforcement officer on the area of assignment through presence and by performing guest education, patrol, issuing warnings, and citations.
The employee will be required to wear the assigned Superintendent uniform and follow all uniform standards. Performs related duties as assigned. Regular attendance is required.
Minimum Qualifications
Training: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
OR
Substitution: Additional experience as described below may be substituted for the required training at a rate of one (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience per thirty (30) semester hours of coursework.
AND
Experience: Four (4) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience working at a state park, in a natural resources related field, in the tourism or travel industry, or in the environmental industry three (3) years of which must have been in an administrative or supervisory capacity.
Special Requirement: Must have a valid driver's license. May need to successfully complete required Special Natural Resources Police Officer training and pistol requirements as established by the Division of Natural Resources, Law Enforcement Section. May need to pass periodic firearms qualification. May need to pass an initial physical examination, psychological evaluation, and a polygraph examination designed to determine applicant's fitness for Special Natural Resources Police Officer enforcement duties.
Other Information
SUBSTITUTION: 4 years of professional experience and/or military service will be substituted for the specific (preferred) experience listed above.
Pay Differentials:
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Employer West Virginia
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Charleston, West Virginia, 25305
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