Parks Program Services Leader

Advertisement Closes 3/19/2026 (7:00 PM EST) 26-01014 Parks Program Services Leader Pay Grade12 Salary $18.31 - $27.47 Hourly Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Parks Location 7351 Hwy 90 Corbin, KY 40701 USA Description Join the team as a Parks Program Services Leader at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park! Nestled in the heart of Corbin, Kentucky, where the Cumberland River carves its way through the Daniel BooneNational Forest, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park offers a workplace unlike any other. Home to the aweinspiring Cumberland Falls, affectionately known as the "Niagara of the South", the park draws visitors fromaround the world to witness its thundering cascade and the rare, enchanting Moonbow that graces the falls eachmonth. With more than 20 miles of scenic hiking trails, horseback riding, a swimming pool, and a variety oflodging options from the historic Dupont Lodge to peaceful campgrounds and cabins, the park is a haven foroutdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Working here means becoming part of a team that helps guests experiencethe beauty, history, and wonder of one of Kentucky's most treasured natural destinations. Working for Kentucky State Parks provides a great opportunity to advance your career and skill-set, with on thejob training, new course certifications, flexible schedule, and a great benefit package. It also offers anopportunity to learn about different parks across the Commonwealth. Working for Kentucky State Parks allowsyou the freedom and responsibility for taking care of Kentucky's greatest landscapes. The Park Program Services Leader is a highly skilled, creative, self-motivated team member, providingexpertise in outdoor recreational activities and historical programing. This position provides tours,recreational programming, and historical interpretation at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park. The Parks Program Services Leader reports directly to the Parks Program Services Supervisor. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Creates, conducts, organizes, promotes, and evaluates programs and special events offered to park visitors year-round. Creates, conducts, and organizes a weekly program schedule during periods of high visitation. Completes recreational reports. Implements correct procedures with pool facility. Assists the Supervisor of the department with all facets of natural, recreational programming to include cultural, historical, and biological interpretation. Promotes and maintains public relations. Participates in the collecting, cataloging, and maintenance of various types of flora, fauna, and other specimens of nature. Inspects and assists with the maintaining of hiking trails. Performs other duties as assigned. We offer a great package of employee and family-friendly benefits, including: Complimentary park familiarization visits for you and family Training and career development opportunities Employee discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services, and education If you take pride in your work and are interested in a rewarding career, we would be honored to review yourapplication for the Parks Program Services Leader position. Minimum Requirements EDUCATION:Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation, outdoor recreation, park resource interpretation, physical education, history, environmental education, biology, forestry, botany, zoology, anthropology, archaeology, area studies, cultural studies, art history, geography, parks and recreation management or administration, sociology, paleoanthropology or a closely related field. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:NONE Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:NONE Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Related experience as a park naturalist, park interpreter, environmental educator, conservation educator, or in planned outdoor recreation or physical education, recreation, park resource interpretation, history, environmental education, biology, forestry, botany, zoology, anthropology, archaeology, area studies, cultural studies, art history, geography, parks and recreation management or administration, sociology, paleoanthropology or a closely related field will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE Working Conditions Work is primarily performed outdoors at an assigned state park. Extensive contact with the public is required. May have to traverse steep slopes when inspecting, building, and repairing trails. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jehan Abuzour at jehan.abuzour@ or 606-528-4121. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D