South Carolina / Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Agency file
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism protects natural resources and the environment — conservation, parks and wildlife, and environmental regulation.
In 2026, this agency had 250 employees with median total compensation of $61,235; the highest distinct record was $206,552.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2026 total compensation is spread across the 250 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($61,235) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $94,807 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $50,712. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Record list
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Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Patrick Highers serves as a Park Manager I. Their 2026 pay totaled $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Amanda Evangelista is a Park Manager I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Alexander Grant is a Park Manager I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Katherine Podmore works as a Park Manager I for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Katherine earned $56,716 in 2026.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Joshua Wyatt is a Park Manager I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Carley Karpinski holds the role of Park Manager I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Kalen Simpson holds the role of Park Manager I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Matthew Coleman holds the role of Park Manager I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $56,716.
Park Manager I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Makayla Denkins works as a Park Manager I for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Makayla earned $56,716 in 2026.
Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Elliott Wilkes holds the role of Park Ranger at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $56,379.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Michael Reid works as a Senior Park Ranger for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Michael earned $56,370 in 2026.
Building/Grounds Supervisor II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Brandon Johnson is a Building/Grounds Supervisor II at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $56,269.
Building/Grounds Supervisor II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Jerry Sanders Jr serves as a Building/Grounds Supervisor II. Their 2026 pay totaled $56,269.
Building/Grounds Supervisor II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Everett Clark is a Building/Grounds Supervisor II at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $56,269.
Program Coordinator I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Gina Eickhoff serves as a Program Coordinator I. Their 2026 pay totaled $56,120.
Program Coordinator I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Ashley Shealy is a Program Coordinator I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $56,002.
Public Information Coordinator I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Russell Stock works as a Public Information Coordinator I for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Russell earned $55,814 in 2026.
Public Information Coordinator II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Rachel Jensen serves as a Public Information Coordinator II. Their 2026 pay totaled $55,705.
Public Information Coordinator I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Enfinitee Irving serves as a Public Information Coordinator I. Their 2026 pay totaled $55,514.
Fiscal Technician II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Jackie Taylor works as a Fiscal Technician II for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Jackie earned $55,497 in 2026.
General Maintenance Technician III/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Alan Foreman holds the role of General Maintenance Technician III at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $55,421.
General Maintenance Technician III/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Dennis Coyne is a General Maintenance Technician III at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $55,421.
Public Information Coordinator I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Jonah Trimnal is a Public Information Coordinator I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $55,260.
Administrative Assistant/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Malia Cooler serves as a Administrative Assistant. Their 2026 pay totaled $54,702.
Program Coordinator I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Jodi Moon is a Program Coordinator I at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $54,590.
General Maintenance Technician III/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Robert Lambert is a General Maintenance Technician III at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $54,524.
Building/Grounds Supervisor I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Brett Young works as a Building/Grounds Supervisor I for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Brett earned $54,524 in 2026.
General Maintenance Technician III/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
John Holcombe is a General Maintenance Technician III at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $54,520.
Building/Grounds Supervisor I/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Robert Taylor works as a Building/Grounds Supervisor I for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Robert earned $54,451 in 2026.
Food Service Specialist V/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Shalonda Starks is a Food Service Specialist V at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $53,893.
Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Robert Lenehan is a Park Ranger at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $53,867.
Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
James Fendley is a Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $53,830.
Public Information Coordinator II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Rachel Dunn is a Public Information Coordinator II at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $53,768.
Building/Grounds Supervisor II/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Michael Watkins serves as a Building/Grounds Supervisor II. Their 2026 pay totaled $53,768.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Skyler Atkinson serves as a Senior Park Ranger. Their 2026 pay totaled $53,685.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
William Bailey is a Senior Park Ranger at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. 2026 total compensation came to $53,685.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Jamie Nobile holds the role of Senior Park Ranger at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $53,685.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
At Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Georgia Vanheusen serves as a Senior Park Ranger. Their 2026 pay totaled $53,685.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Carson Lambert works as a Senior Park Ranger for Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Carson earned $53,685 in 2026.
Senior Park Ranger/Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
Joshua Haney holds the role of Senior Park Ranger at Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. In 2026, their total compensation was $53,685.