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NORTH Dakota I Parks & Recreation

Be Legendary.

Park Manager – Turtle River State Park (Arvilla, North Dakota)

Are you a skilled leader who excels at managing people and creating great customer experiences?

Turtle River State Park is calling.

Located less than 30 minutes from Grand Forks, this 775-acre gem is tucked into the wooded hills of

northeastern North Dakota. The park offers scenic hiking trails, trout fishing, winter recreation,

renovated cabins, and a stunning woodland lodge that hosts everything from weddings to corporate

retreats.

Whether your background is in hospitality, tourism, public service, or business, this is your

opportunity to lead in one of the most scenic, purpose-driven workplaces in the state. Join a team

that’s dedicated to creating unforgettable outdoor experiences—and make your mark in a park where

nature meets leadership.

Help shape unforgettable experiences in North Dakota’s great outdoors. Apply by September 1, 2025:

bit.ly/NDParksJobs.

Summary of Work

Why You’ll Love This Job:

• Purposeful Leadership – Shape visitor experiences while guiding a mission-driven team.
• Free On-Site Housing – Live steps from nature in park-provided housing.
• Dynamic Work Environment – From facility oversight to guest engagement, no two days are the

same.

• Make a Difference – Protect natural resources and create community through North Dakota’s great

outdoors.

Work Environment:

On-site housing is provided as part of this role, and the Park Manager is expected to reside within

the park while on call/duty to support operational needs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management experience—ideally in park operations, hospitality, retail,

or other service-oriented settings.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budgeting, maintenance planning, and operational oversight.
• Commitment to safety, with emergency response experience preferred. (Law Enforcement or EMT-B

certification required— within 12 months of hire; full training is provided and funded.

• Experience in community outreach and business development including marketing services, managing

event spaces, or building partnerships with local organizations.

• A valid driver's license is required.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." -

Theodore Roosevelt

More than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as

Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and

courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being

legendary.

Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and

competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.

Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total

Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply online via the North Dakota Job Seekers website. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM

on the closing date.

Your application must include:

• Resume
• Cover letter describing your background, interest in the role, and relevant experience
• Three professional references

Need assistance with your application? Contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701-328-3290 for all technical

issues.

For reasonable accommodations or questions about recruitment/selection, contact La Tonya Stocks at

lastocks@nd.gov or 701-328-7807.

TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.

Please note:

• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. North Dakota Parks and

Recreation does not provide sponsorship of any kind.

• A background check and criminal investigation are required for this position.
• EMT-B certification is administered under the guidelines and policies of the Education Program.

Comments

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $6,600 – $7,100/month.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for you and your family is fully funded by the state.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color,

national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or

disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the

North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in

accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

604 E Boulevard Ave Dept. 750 | Bismarck, ND 58505

PHONE: 701-328-5357 | FAX: 701-328-5363 | EMAIL: parkrec@nd.gov | WEBSITE: www.parkrec.nd.gov