Non-Motorized Trails Program Coordinator
Company: Government jobs
Location: Boise
Posted on: January 22, 2023
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Job Description:
Description
Idaho Parks & Recreation is currently seeking a full-time
Non-Motorized Trails Program Coordinator
to plan, coordinate and provide technical assistance for the
state's non-motorized trails recreation program; administer Park N'
Ski Fund and Program; perform related work.
This fun and exciting job opportunity requires a well-rounded
individual that has exemplary supervision, budget management and
administration experience.
The selected incumbent will supervise one full-time staff, along
with 4 seasonal positions primarily associated with the Idaho City
Yurt Program. This position will also be involved with working with
numerous volunteer and contract organizations to improve the Idaho
Centennial Trail.
The Non-Motorized Trail Program Coordinator is responsible for
maintaining approximately 15 agreements/leases that are required to
maintain the Park N' Ski trail system and other trail networks
across Idaho. This position may also assist with the Recreational
Trails Program (RTP) Fund and final inspections of completed
projects.
Experience in working with Federal Land managers and non-motorized
users' groups would be ideal, as IDPR moves towards identifying
solutions to address the maintenance backlog on non-motorized
trails in Idaho, and the Idaho Centennial Trail in particular.
Come to work for the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation and
join your expertise with our vision!
DO WHAT YOU LOVE, LOVE WHAT YOU DO
WHY IDPR? We are innovators in outdoor recreation, committed to
excellent service and resource stewardship. We foster experiences
that renew the human spirit and promote community vitality. Our
mission is to improve the quality of life in Idaho through outdoor
recreation and resource stewardship.
BENEFITS: We offer a competitive benefits package which includes
excellent medical, dental and vision insurance. There is generous
vacation and sick leave accrual that begins as soon as you start.
There are eleven paid holidays in a year; participation in one of
theNation's best state retirement systems; multiple saving plans
and optional 401K; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing
training opportunities and more.
Learn more about Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation by
visiting: www.parksandrecreation.idaho.gov
Example of Duties
1. Trails planning and coordination.
Incumbent is required to:
Hike, backpack, and cross-country ski, and ride bicycles and horses
when participating in trail activities, and will be exposed to all
weather conditions
Minimum Qualifications
Good knowledge of:
Supplemental Questions:
Enter your responses to the supplemental questions in the space
provided. You must have the minimum level of experience or
education described in the typical guides for each question to
qualify for this position. Scoring will be based on the information
you provide. A higher rating may be obtained based on the extent of
your education and experience, so take your time to provide a
detailed and complete answer to each question.
Supplemental Information
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment
opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified
individuals based on their status as protected veterans or
individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against
all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political
affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other
status protected under applicable federal, state, or local
laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable
accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids
and services are available upon request. If you require an
accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are
encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email
ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html
*Benefits may not be applicable for temporary or seasonal
positions.
01 Please describe how you gained good knowledge of recreation
planning theory and methods, design principles and standards, and
construction methods, pertaining to recreation trail systems,
sites, and facilities. Typically gained by at least two upper
division college courses (300 level or above); OR a 16 hour or more
workshop in recreation facility design and planning; OR four
agency-sponsored seminars or workshops in recreation planning
theory and methods; OR a minimum of three seasons' (one year)
working in a recreation program, or equivalent setting, with
responsibilities for planning, constructing, and inspecting
recreation facilities such as trails, trailheads, campgrounds,
docks, launch ramps, etc. Experience solely constructing or
maintaining recreation facilities will not qualify.
02 Please describe how you gained good knowledge of planning and
designing non-motorized trail systems and support facilities.
Typically gained by completion of at least two college-level
courses or agency-type sponsored workshops/seminars specific to
trail systems and support facilities for non-motorized trail users;
OR at least three seasons (one year) work experience constructing
and maintaining trail systems and support facilities for either
summer or winter recreation trail users.
03 Please describe how you gained good knowledge of USFS and BLM
management, travel planning processes, and the impact on
non-motorized trails. Typically gained by involvement as a
participant/administrator in a Federal Travel planning or Forest
Planning efforts, involvement with a Forest Collaborative(s), OR
involvement as a private contractor employed by the USFS/BLM for
trail maintenance or planning efforts. Please include any
involvement you may have as a representative of a Government Agency
in any Federal Travel and/or Forest Planning efforts, Forest
Collaborative(s), as well as any college level courses, or agency
sponsored workshops, you have successfully completed, specific to
Federal Legislation and their impact on trail systems, as this
experience may increase your score.
04 Please select the option that best describes how you gained good
knowledge of federal legislation and the impact on trail systems,
support facilities, and planning criteria. Typically gained by
involvement as a participant/commentator in any type of Federal
planning process as a private citizen OR completion of at least one
college-level course or agency-type sponsored seminar/workshop
specific to Federal planning processes. Your attached resume and/or
work history must reflect your response.
05 Please select the option that best describes how you gained good
knowledge of grant development and administration and/or developing
and monitoring a program budget. Typically gained by at least one
year's work experience developing, administering, and monitoring
grants OR at least one year of work experience assessing and
determining program needs, identifying goals, and establishing
timetables, and developing a budget. Your attached resume and/or
work history must reflect your response.
06 Please select the non-motorized activities in which you have
gained considerable experience in: You must have considerable
experience in at least one of the listed activities to meet the
minimum qualifications for this position.
* Required Question
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