Just came out of the interview for the promotion. If rumors of the other applicants is true I should have a good shot at the offer.
I've decided that IF I get the offer, I'll accept on the condition that I be able to interview for another park opening which should probably happen soon. Socially, moving would mean two golfing buddies instead of none (since my friend here is likely to move), back to my old church, and a lot more day shifts means I could pursue more athletic/social clubs. Same pay instead of a 30% bump is a hit, but it seems to me that the social improvements would make it worthwhile.
There's a nervousness in being told I can apply but magically not being the best candidate to actually get it, though I'd just have to lean on my supervisor who's been up-front with me about all other things. I've been told there's no policy against it, but realistically I'm sure HR isn't keen on someone accepting one position only to have them try and get out of it a couple weeks later.