Parks & Open Space Manager

NOTE: TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY, ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT EXTERNAL LINK

SALARY: $81,099.20 Annually

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation management, business or public administration, or a related field and three years parks and/or recreation management experience of which two years of the three years must include supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.  Applicants within six months of meeting the education/experience requirement may be considered for trainee status.

A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position.

Certified Playground Inspector (CPSI) required within one year of employment in this classification.

Acceptable education and experience:

Bachelor’s degree (4) + 3 years parks and/or recreation management experience (2 of the 3 years supervisory experience) =7 years total or

Associate degree (2) + 5 years parks and/or recreation management experience (2 of the 5 years supervisory experience) = 7 years total or

High School Diploma or equivalent + 7 years parks and/or recreation management experience (2 of the 7 years supervisory experience) = 7 years total

Successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required.

Pending BOCC Board Approval
 

Position Summary:
This is responsible administrative and managerial work requiring the leadership of a professional committed to planning and administering the programs and activities of the Parks and Open Space Department.

An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for taking initiative; improving morale; assisting and educating Parks and Open Space staff about policies and procedures; generating ideas for process improvement; working collaboratively with internal and external partners; and leading the diverse staff of the Parks & Open Space Department.

Work is performed independently, or part of a team, under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.

Examples of Duties:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. 
Exudes a positive customer service focus.

Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication.
Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate supervisors and employees including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation.

Leads the diverse Parks & Open Space staff offering guidance, training and support in an accountable, approachable and professional manner.

Builds strong working relationships with staff, leagues, citizen advisory board members, and other local and state partners.

Professionally represents the Department to elected officials, citizens and other County departments both verbally and in writing.

Assists with the management of the department's budget and resources with an emphasis on responsible stewardship.

Assists with the development and implementation of capital improvements program for Wild Spaces Public Places, Florida Boating Improvement Program, Impact Fees, and General Fund funded projects.  Estimates costs, prepares bid specifications and requisitions for needed materials, and inspects work during construction and upon completion for compliance with bid specifications.

Ensures existing parks infrastructure is safe and well maintained.  Inspects all County parks on regular basis.

Implements appropriate departmental procedures and park rules.

Produces professional, accurate, quality reports.

Values lifelong learning to remain current on professional trends and takes a personal interest in the professionalism and career development of staff.

Assists with Federal and State Grant applications; researches tax maps and rolls for park acreage, boundaries and adjacent land owners; contacts adjacent property owners and interested stakeholders when future park development is being considered.

Communicates in a timely manner with the public regarding inquiries and complaints.

Serves as staff liaison for the Recreation and Open Space Advisory Committee.

Prepares and makes presentations to the Board of County Commissioners, as needed.

Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform required duties.

Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency.

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Thorough knowledge of park management.

Thorough knowledge of governmental budget process and procedures.

Thorough knowledge of contract management and cost analysis.

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision.

Knowledge of public parks facilities maintenance and repair.

Ability to develop long term plans and programs and to evaluate the work of subordinates and their accomplishments.

Ability to plan, organize, and direct services in the areas of responsibility (e.g. Capital Projects, budget development and control, grants) and anticipate their impact on the general public.

Ability to prepare grant applications, and bid specifications.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including preparing written reports and conducting public presentations.

Ability to work with various Boards and outside agencies as the County's representative.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, other County employees, and the public.

Ability to obtain meaningful community input and general support for programs and activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle or feel.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.

The noise level in the environment is usually moderate.