Division Manager, Natural Areas

Division Manager, Natural Areas

Eastern Kentucky University

Title: Division Manager, Natural Areas

Position Type: Fulltime Staff

Search Type: Internal - minimum 5 days

Department: 21R000 - Science, Tech, Engineering & Math

Division: 2R0000 - Academic Affairs

Position Location: Richmond Campus

Driver Classification: Driver

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule Type: Full Time (37.5 hrs per week or more)

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Additional Schedule Details:

Posted Salary Grade: Non-Exempt - 45

Retirement: KTRS

Contact Person: Stephen Richter

Job Summary/Basic Functions

EKU Division of Natural Areas Division Manager is responsible for protection, management, and education relevant to the natural resources under the jurisdiction of Eastern Kentucky University at all Division of Natural Area Sites including Lilley Cornett Woods Appalachian Ecological Research Station, Maywoods Environmental and Educational Laboratory, Taylor Fork Ecological Area, and Cardinal Lane Outdoor Laboratory.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelors in Natural Science, Natural Resources, Park Administration, or related field

Experience: Three years of related work experience is required.

Licensure & Certifications: Valid driver's license is required

Preferred Qualifications:

Job Duties:

• 25% - Management of Natural Areas Facilities: Supervise, assess, and perform maintenance/repairs of structures, equipment, roadways, and trails; Supervise all EKU facility services and contracted projects; Administer organization of all facilities to meet the needs of visitors to ensure appropriate and efficient use. - (Essential)
• 25% - Resource Management: Maintain and protect the integrity of the properties; Serve as liaison between EKU and local, state, national and non-governmental agencies regarding natural resource management and protection; Supervise, report, and coordinate the monitoring, protection, and treatment of sensitive and invasive species; Supervise and report weather observation through National Weather Service and National Atmospheric Deposition Program - (Essential)
• 25% - Provide Visitor, Research, and Environmental Education Support: Assist in the development and provide educational programming conducted at the Natural Areas (K-12, University, professional); Develop and provide guided hikes and special events at all natural areas; Train guides at Lilley Cornett Woods for regularly schedule hikes; Assist in the development and aid in research conducted at the Natural Areas; Assist with recruiting groups to the natural areas - (Essential)
• 15% - Resource Crew/Volunteer Coordination: Supervise the seasonal Crew Coordinator and assist with recruitment, training, placement, and activities of students as part of resource management crews; Develop volunteer program and provide training; Maintain resource trailer tool inventory. - (Essential)
• 5% - DNA operations support: Perform other duties as assigned, including but not limited to weekly/monthly/yearly reports, supervision of other employees/volunteers, network, and provide/complete professional development - (Essential)
• 5% - Provide Security: Support Site Managers in establishing and maintaining rapport with adjacent landowners and greater community; Work with Site managers to solve problems when issues arise; Complete other duties as assigned. - (Essential)

Sponsorship: Visa sponsorship will be considered on a case-by-case basis, depending upon the needs of the unit, available sponsorship budget, and the qualifications of the candidate.

Funding Source: Institutional

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:

AA/EEO Statement

Eastern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity employer and educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, disability, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts or any employment policy or practice.

Background Check Statement

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory background check.


To apply, please visit: https://careers.eku.edu/jobs/division-manager-natural-areas-richmond-campus-kentucky-united-states



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