Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Tuesday, Jan. 27. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.

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

Gen Admin Supv I/Coord I

Office Manager

Closes On: 02/03/2026

State Parks - First Landing State Park

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Hiring Range: $49,000 - $69,216

Job Duties

The Office Manager's responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Oversee all financial operations, including budget development and monitoring, accounts payable/receivable, revenue collection and deposit, payroll processing, and compliance with Division and state cash management procedures.
Manage procurement and inventory for park goods, services, and office supplies using the Division’s eVA and Cardinal Procurement platforms, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
Coordinate all human resource functions for wage employees, including onboarding, scheduling, training, supervision, payroll certification, and end-of-season separation paperwork.
Maintain and manage administrative records, project tracking, reporting, and correspondence in accordance with agency and state requirements.
Serve as the primary liaison between the park and central administrative offices, ensuring clear communication and compliance with policies and procedures.
Provide customer service and information to the public, coordinate reservations and special use permits, and manage park-run concessions, including point-of-sale operations and merchandise inventory.
Develop and implement administrative standards, objectives, and procedures aligned with park priorities, and participate in required meetings, trainings, and professional development activities as needed.
Supervise and implement training for office and contact station wage employees and coordinate schedules for the same.
Work with a high degree of independence daily with overall supervision from the Park Manager.

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.

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 with customer service and/or public relations involving direct interaction with diverse audiences.
Experience operating a variety of office equipment and computer systems, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Publisher), Canva, printers, copiers, and calculators.
Cash management, merchandise, and/or retail sales experience.
Experience with financial management, such as procurement, contracts, bookkeeping, budget management, and records retention.
Experience with leading others or supervising to include training, scheduling, and performance management.
Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced administrative environment.
Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures related to programs such as special use permits.

Additional Considerations

Prior experience in a state park or similar government setting.
Familiarity with state accounting systems and procedures, procurement of goods, and financial reporting systems.
Experience in recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, payroll processing, and other personnel administrative functions.
Experience managing inventories and assets.
Experience in strong organizational skills and ability to self-initiate tasks.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a 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.

Submission of an online application is required for this position. DCR does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc. for this vacancy in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application and/or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience.

A valid Driver's License is required to operate a state vehicle or if operating a personal vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the agency.

Selected candidate(s) will need to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DCR participates in E-Verify.

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

Valid Driver's License is required.

Employment in all positions within the Virginia State Parks is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check including a criminal history record check.

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 prior to 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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