OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR at KOA — Nashville, Davidson County
🅿️ Campground & RV Park
Seasonal
Verified listing from KOA via Adzuna
Job Description
Summary: The Operations Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational activities of the campground, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and enjoyable experience for all guests. This role involves managing various departments, including staffing, inventory, maintenance, safety, housekeeping, guest services, and recreational activities. The Operations Supervisor works closely with the management team to implement policies and procedures that enhance guest satisfaction and employee…
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Work camping in Tennessee — common questions
What's the typical work-camping season in Tennessee?
Tennessee work-camping runs March through November with two strong peaks. Spring (April-May) and fall foliage (mid-October through early November) bring the busiest periods, especially in the Smoky Mountains gateway communities (Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Townsend). Summer (June-August) is consistent. The state park system is unusually deep — Tennessee has lodges and meeting facilities at many parks, not just campgrounds.
What pay range should I expect for camp jobs in Tennessee?
Pay rates for Tennessee work-camping positions cluster between $12.44/hour and $20.00/hour for most positions, based on listings currently in our database. Camp host roles that include a free RV site typically pay at the lower end. Maintenance, front-desk lead, and activities-coordinator positions pay at the higher end. Some volunteer state-park host positions trade work hours for a free full-hookup site instead of a paycheck — the site itself is often worth $600-$1,500/month in equivalent value.
Do Tennessee campgrounds typically provide an RV site?
Tennessee state park host sites include a free campsite with electric, water, and (where available) sewer hookups. Tennessee's state-park inn system also hires paid seasonal staff for the lodge and restaurant operations, which is a separate track from the volunteer host program.
Which Tennessee state parks hire work campers?
Yes — Tennessee State Parks relies on live-in campground hosts during busy camping seasons. 1-month minimum, 9-month maximum commitment, with at least 3 days per week. Free campsite with electric, water, and (where available) sewer hookups. Duties: camper check-in, light maintenance and housekeeping, informing campers of park activities and rules, and directing them to local services. Apply through tnstateparks.com/get-involved/campground-hosts or email [email protected].