Job openings at DCR

DCR is looking for talented people to fill positions listed below. Unless stated otherwise, you must complete and submit an electronic state application by the job announcement's close date.

Generally applications must be made through the RMS (electronic state application). We will, however, accept paper applications for some state park slots. Be sure to refer to the individual recruitment for specific requirements.

Full-time (salaried) employment offers

A choice of healthcare plans.
Vacation, family, personal and sick leave.
A retirement plan.
A sickness and disability plan.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Deferred compensation with employer match.

Certain positions require a criminal background check, a conflict of interest financial statement or both. Law-enforcement positions require a fingerprint-based FBI investigation. DCR is an EEO/AA/ADA Employer.

For seasonal and hourly-wage positions at state parks, contact the particular park for details.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, all new hires must complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Executive branch agencies are required to use the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

For additional information on these openings, contact hr@dcr.virginia.gov. Find positions available throughout Virginia at Virginia Jobs.

Job openings at DCR

Natural Resource Spec III

Assistant Park Manager

Closes On: 10/22/2025

State Parks - Pocahontas State Park

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Hiring Range: $55,000 - $72,100

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) is the state’s lead conservation agency, and it takes a diverse agency to conserve resources for a diverse commonwealth.

Virginia’s award-winning state park system, a division of DCR, boasts an incredible and diverse array of natural, cultural, historical, and recreational resources including parks in the mountains, on the ocean, on the Chesapeake Bay, on 8 major rivers, on 4 major lakes, 4 rail trails, 3 battlefield sites, and 32 sites listed on the National Historic Registry. Our parks encompass over 75,000 acres, offering campsites, cabins, trails, shorelines, lakes and ponds, international dark sky sites, and over 20,000 educational programs and workshops each year.

DCR is hiring! Join us in preserving what people care about most – access to the outdoors, natural habitats, open spaces, clean water, and safe infrastructure. Pocahontas State Park is accepting applications for an Assistant Park Manager!

As the Assistant Park Manager, you will join an exceptional team and assist the Park Manager in overseeing personnel, expenditures, special events, and operations for the management of the park.

In this position, you will:

Provide daily operations management for the park, including maintenance, natural resource management, camping and cabin facilities, day use areas, water systems, special events and trails.
Manage and operate the park’s Aquatic Recreation and Pool Facility during the summer season, to include start up and closing operations.
Coordinate human resources functions such as recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and managing employee performance.
Provide oversight and inspection of cyclical and preventative facilities/grounds/equipment maintenance tasks to ensure tasks are completed in compliance with OSHA, VDH, agency standards, or in compliance with other pertinent regulations.
Assist with managing and maintaining cultural and natural resources of the park.
Assist with procurement of goods and services, management and tracking of expenses, and budget development to include prioritizing projects and equipment needs and oversee fixed assets accounting and inventory management.
Ensure and maintain continuity of operations and adherence to the goals and objectives of the park and division in the absence of the Park Manager.
Maintain, improve, and protect park facilities, grounds, systems, resources, vehicles, and equipment by performing and supervising maintenance projects.
Use skills in a variety of trades, including carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, landscaping, small engine repair, and troubleshooting systems.
Supervise and coach wage employees, volunteers, and alternative labor in the successful performance of these operations.
Promote user safety and satisfaction by maintaining clean, safe, and well-kept facilities and grounds; providing accurate information to guests; and assisting with guest services.

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation offers paid leave; 13 paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan for classified positions, and VaLORS for law enforcement positions); and is a federally recognized Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer.

DCR’s Mission is to conserve the natural, scenic, historic, and cultural resources of the Commonwealth. We invite you to learn more about DCR’s efforts to CONSERVE.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and knowledge in personnel management, including staff supervision, training, and performance management.
Experience performing duties related to revenue collection/reporting, procurement and purchasing, or financial/budget tracking.
Experience or knowledge of facility, equipment, or grounds maintenance and management.
Proficient communication skills to provide customer service to external and internal stakeholders, complete business correspondence, reports, and other similar documents.  
Experience with project management, inventory management, or asset management.
Possession of a valid driver's license.

Additional Considerations

Experience managing a public pool or swimming facility.
Experience with special events such as planning, scheduling, implementing, working with partners, or marketing.
Experience in parks and recreation or a similar environment.
Experience or knowledge of resource management and/or resource protection.
Experience with OSHA and site safety requirements.
Current certification for Certified Pool Operator, Aquatics Facility Operator, or equivalent.

Special Instructions

You will be provided with confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applications will only be accepted online through the State Job website. Applications must include all work history and references.

A valid driver's license is required.

Selected candidate(s) for positions within Virginia State Parks will be required to complete a criminal history background check.

Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with National/Federal Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TT

This is a Non-Law Enforcement position.

THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO LIVE IN PARK HOUSING. In accordance with 10.1-109.B of the code of Virginia, this position is required to reside in Department-controlled housing for the purposes of providing security and operational efficiencies to the property of the Department. The incumbent must enter into a lease agreement and demonstrate possession of liability and personal property insurance.

DCR employees are encouraged to visit Virginia State Parks! Check out our employee discounts.

Free parking or admission to all Virginia State Parks.
DCR classified, retired, and wage staff (after six months of service) are entitled to overnight facility discounts, such as:
- Free camping outside of the Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day period in sites designed for up to six people.
- Free camping Sunday night through Thursday night (excluding the night before a holiday) from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
- Fifty percent discount on cabins (up to 3 bedrooms) outside of Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, for a maximum of 14 nights. All reservations require a two-night minimum. Bunkhouses, camping cabins, and yurts are included; one-night yurt stays only receive a 25% discount.

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