Division Manager – Park Maintenance & Forestry

Salary: $83,103.00 – $150,768.00 Annually

Location : Wichita, KS

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: DIV MGR – FORESTRY & MTCE

Department: Cultural Arts, Parks and Recreation

Division: PARK Forestry and Maintenance

Opening Date: 07/31/2023

Closing Date: 9/5/2023 11:59 PM Central

Distinguishing Features of Work
The City of Wichita’s Park and Recreation Department is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to fill the position of Division Manager for the Forestry & Maintenance Division. This role involves planning, scheduling, managing, and supervising the programs and activities related to forestry and park maintenance city-wide. The Division Manager will be responsible for overseeing outside contracts, vendors, and project budgets, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing program efficiency. This position requires strong leadership, administrative, and managerial skills to coordinate forestry and maintenance services across the city effectively.

Join our team and contribute to the enhancement of Wichita’s parks and recreational spaces! If you have the skills, experience, and passion for managing and developing forestry and maintenance programs, we encourage you to apply for the Division Manager position. Submit your application today and be part of shaping the future of our city’s green spaces.
Examples of Work Performed

• Manage a detailed budget to include labor costs, contract operations, facilities, and materials.
• Oversee contracts and vendors not in the City of Wichita organization.
• Develop CIP budgets, projects and direct significant capital projects. This position manages budgets of approximately $7M and CIP projects of approximately $3M.
• Plan, organize, and manage the maintenance, operation, inspection, installation, and repair of facilities within the Forestry and Maintenance Division.
• Prepare work plans and schedules, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and timely completion of projects.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to community organizations, small groups, and for elected officials.
• Supervise and manage safety training and work task procedures for subordinate personnel, delegating field responsibilities as needed.
• Administer programs and processes in accordance with established rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines, contributing to the development of department/division rules, policies, goals, and objectives.
• Maintain records, prepare reports, and collect data to coordinate program activities with other Park and Recreation Department programs.
• Investigate community complaints, recommend corrective actions, and serve as a liaison to user groups, clubs, and other departments.
• Assist in preparing the division’s budget, monitor budget expenditures, and prepare cost estimates for maintenance, repair, and program activities.
• Evaluate purchase equipment, develop specifications, and oversee the ordering of materials and supplies.
• Conduct staff meetings, perform employee performance evaluations, and recommend employee actions and improvements.
• Keep updated on the latest technology and applications relevant to the division’s work.
• Review site plans before construction and supervise the development of operational budgets.
• Administer ongoing evaluations of services to ensure customer satisfaction and effective service delivery.
• Manage the recruitment, selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of standard and seasonal staff, student interns, volunteers, and community service workers.
• Establish and implement policies and procedures to ensure safety and risk management practices.
• Act as a liaison with other city departments, outside organizations, and agencies concerning allied services.

Requirements of Work

• Thorough knowledge of forestry and maintenance management principles and practices.
• Considerable knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
• Ability to plan, supervise, and coordinate the work of subordinates effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to prepare and present effective presentations to multiple audiences.
• Willingness to work outdoors and in various weather conditions.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications accurately.
• Ability to recognize possible hazards and to initiate necessary precautions
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, other employees, representatives of outside agencies, City officials, and the public
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
• Possession of a valid Kansas driver’s license.

Required Experience and Training

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in parks management, recreation, business, public administration, or a closely related field.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience in park management, programming, and administration.
• Demonstrated experience and strong foundation in budgeting, cost control and financial management.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification required, or the ability to obtain within six months.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

(Last Updated 1/21/2015)

CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
1. VACATION – Most employees with less than five years’ employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Maximum accumulation is 30 work days.

2. HOLIDAYS – There are eleven paid holidays. One is a Personal Holiday granted after the first six months to be taken at the employee’s option as scheduled with the supervisor.

3. SICK LEAVE – Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, it is one work day per month (no maximum). Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a “Well Day.” An additional “Well Day” can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE – Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kandas provides two levels of medical and prescription plans. Both medical plan are PPOs that does not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Vision benefits through Vision Service Plan. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium, towards medical, Rx and vision premiums.

5. DENTAL INSURANCE – Two employee-paid Delta Dental plans are offered – Preferred and Traditional. DeltaPreferred requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. Traditional allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta panel. Benefits under both plans are the same. Pre-tax premium deduction is offered.

6.LIFE INSURANCE – Low-cost term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is twice annual pay (Members of SEIU and Teamsters: maximum of $150,000; all non-represented employees: maximum of $400,000). Dependent coverage is available ($4,000) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through The Standard.

7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE – Additional employee-paid term life insurance is available from The Standard at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. This plan is portable.

8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE – This employee-paid group disability plan from Lincoln Financial replaces a selected amount of pre-disability income for work- or non-work-related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT – This employee-paid plan from The Standard offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment in addition to that included in Basic Life.

10.RETIREMENT – The City offers two retirement plans – Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory – employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS – Employees may elect to make pre-tax deductions for dependent care and unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.

12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE – This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.

13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Emergency Leave (for immediate family death)
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Direct Payroll Deposit
La Petite Discounted child care center 265-1037

01

I have the following years of progressively responsible experience in park management, programming, and administration.

• 1 to 4 years’ experience
• 5 to 9 years’ experience.
• 10+ years of experience.
• I do not have progressively responsible experience in park management, programming, and administration.

02

The following validates my highest level of education

• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/JD

03

My Bachelor’s or Master’s degree is in one of the following disciplines.

• Parks Management
• Recreation
• Business
• Public Administration
• Other
• I do not have a bachelor’s or master’s degree.

04

I understand this position requires work in all outdoor weather conditions. I am willing and able to meet this job requirement.

• Yes
• No

05

The following verifies my certification status with the Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification…

• I have a current CPRP certification.
• My CPRP certification has expired and I am eligible to renew.
• I am not eligible to renew my CPRP certification.
• I do not have a CPRP certification, but be able to obtain the certification within six (6) months of hire.

06

I have been responsible for the development, planning and/or implementation of an operating budget at the following level…

• Less than $500K.
• $500K to $1 Million
• $1 to $3 Million.
• $4 Million and Above.
• I do not have budget development, planning, and/or implementation experience.

07

Describe your most challenging maintenance and/or forestry situation involving the general public or another internal department. How did you handle the situation and what was the outcome? What lessons were learned?

Required Question