Parks Manager

Salary : $107,672.66 – $144,293.34 Annually

Location : 311 Vernon Street, Roseville

Job Type: Full-Time Regular

Job Number: 202300177

Department: Parks Recreation & Libraries

Division: PRL Parks

Opening Date: 09/18/2023

Bargaining Unit: Management

Description

PARKS MANAGER

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THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Regular and Full-time position of Parks Managerin the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department. The normal work schedule is Monday through Friday, occasional evening and weekend work may be required. A flex schedule may be available.

The Parks Division is composed of two sections (Park Operations and Open Space) that maintain 40,000+ street trees, 84 parks, 99 playgrounds, 51 ballfields, 58 soccer fields, more than 40 miles of trails and over 300 acres of streetscapes including 26 special districts. The Parks Division has a strong focus on environmental stewardship including urban forestry management and efficient water use. Parks remaining safe, clean and green is a priority for the division as we have millions of visitors each year including a large number of visitors due to sports tourism. This position will plan, organize, direct and coordinate various activities of the Parks Division, coordinate activities with other divisions and departments, and provide highly complex staff assistance to the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Director.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVED

Receives general direction from the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Director.

Exercises direct supervision over assigned management, supervisory, professional, technical, and support personnel.

Examples of Duties

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, organize and direct a variety of parks activities including the maintenance of parks, golf courses, natural resource management, urban forestry planning, aquatics, community facilities districts, lighting and landscape districts and development activities including landscape architectural design, parks and streetscape construction and Capital Improvement Program and long range planning.
• Participate with Park Development in the planning of projects and renovations, including plan review and the development of construction standards.
• Develop and implement divisional goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
• Plan, organize and direct a variety of division activities including the development and implementation of programs to serve a broad spectrum of the community, which may include the strategic planning, marketing, staffing, technology, maintenance and operation of facilities for parks and/or recreation.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of an assigned Division work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Research and monitor emerging trends and issues as they relate to the division; develop and implement division appropriate action plans.
• Prepare the Division budget; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; administer the approved Division budget.
• Recommend the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures as required; maintain discipline and high standards necessary for the efficient and professional operation of the division.
• Represent the division and department to outside agencies and organizations; participate in outside community and professional groups and committees; provide technical assistance as necessary.
• Prepare and make presentations and recommendations to the Parks, Recreation & Libraries Director, City Manager, City Council, commissions, boards and community groups.
• Research and prepare technical and administrative reports; prepare written correspondence. Participate in and manage a variety of special projects; collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data; prepare and present findings and recommendations.
• Develop marketing plans and oversee department marketing activities including advertising and promotional efforts; plan and analyze marketing related to community needs and demographic data.
• Perform legislative monitoring for its impact on department operations.
• Participate in the planning, design, and development of new or expanded facilities.
• Identify funding sources for assigned services, including local, State, and Federal programs and grants; participate in a variety of fund-raising activities with community groups and/or business supporters; oversee administration of such programs and use of funds received.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
• Pertinent local, State and Federal rules, regulations and laws.
• Modern office procedures and computer equipment.
• Principles and practices of organizational analysis and management.
• Budgeting procedures and techniques.
• Principles and practices of supervision, training and personnel management.
• Principles and practices of park and tree maintenance and operations, and natural resource management.
• Methods for engaging and managing volunteers.

Ability to:

• Organize and direct parks, recreation, community services and/or administration operations.
• On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know laws, regulations and codes; observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; remember various rules and procedures; and explain and interpret policy.
• On a continuous basis, sit at desk and in meetings for long periods of time. Intermittently twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation; use telephone, and write or use keyboard to communicate through written means; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less.
• Perform the most complex work of the division.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
• Develop, interpret and apply City and department policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Prepare and administer a budget.
• Supervise, train and evaluate personnel.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• Five years of increasingly responsible experience in recreation administration, parks administration, business services administration or related field including two years of supervisory responsibility.

AND

Training:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

AND

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license by date of appointment.

Supplemental Information
The City of Roseville Offers a Competitive Benefits Package:

• Competitive vacation and sick leave programs
• 10 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays annually
• Up to 100 Management Leave Hours
• Bilingual pay opportunity
• Health and welfare benefits, with City contributions of up to $2,020 per month
• Free parking

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

The City of Roseville is committed to a diverse workforce. We are engaged in understanding the needs and backgrounds of our colleagues and those we serve. Our organization is unified in this commitment, as we believe this produces the best results for our community.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Detailed information on the City of Roseville recruitment practices can be reviewed on the page.
• The City of Roseville defines “accredited college or university” as an institution of higher learning and must be listed on the United States Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation.
• Credits earned from colleges, universities and institutions listed as an accredited institution on this website will be considered as part of the educational component of the minimum qualifications for a classification.

The following options apply to the evaluation of college degrees from countries outside the United States:

• Educational background from a foreign country may be evaluated by an accredited United States college or university listed on the U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Post-Secondary Institutions and Programs website.
• Verification of degree equivalency may be obtained from organizations that provide foreign education credential evaluation services. The City of Roseville will accept verification from any of listed member agencies found at www.naces.org or www.aice-eval.org
• A copy of the foreign credential evaluation verification must be attached to the employment application.
• Applicants who do not provide this verification will be eliminated from further consideration.

SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will have their application scored in a Formula Rate Examination. The applicant’s experience and education will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. Scores from this evaluation will determine applicant ranking and placement on the Employment List. Supplemental questions will be utilized by the department hiring authority to make interview and selection determinations. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS. MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
The City of Roseville offers competitive benefits packages to full-time employees. Regular part-time employees receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. For more information regarding the City’s benefits, visit our website Benefits currently include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Cafeteria plan, plus City paid Flex credit
• Life insurance (City paid and optional supplemental employee paid)
• Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health/medical costs
• Employee assistance plan
• Retirement savings plan
• Deferred compensation plan(s)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability employee paid plans
• Educational reimbursement
• Vacation leave, sick leave, personal/management leaves
• Holiday pay (plus two floating holidays annually)
• Bilingual pay
• Longevity pay

GENERAL BENEFITS:
A majority of the employee benefits are similar for all City employees. There are benefits that differ depending on which bargaining unit the job classification is assigned. Exact benefits information can be found by visiting the Benefits webpage and selecting the specific bargaining unit group.

TEMPORARY POSITIONS:
Most benefits do not apply to the City’s temporary positions. Temporary employees that work 1,500 hours annually may elect medical insurance. Temporary employees contribute to a retirement plan depending on the status of total hours worked annually.

01

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

02

Your response to the supplemental questions 4-6, the applicant’s education, training and experience, will be scored using a pre-determined formula. Your responses to these questions must be consistent with your employment application information. This experience must also be described in the “Work Experience” section of this application. Responses to the supplemental questionnaire that are inconsistent from your “Work Experience” section in the application will not be scored. I understand and agree with the above instructions.

• Yes
• No

03

Was any of the work experience listed on your application an unpaid internship, or volunteer work? If so, please list below which ones.

04

One of the minimum qualifications of this position is a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Do you meet this qualification?

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of work experience in recreation administration, parks administration, business services administration or related fields do you have?

• Less than 5 Years
• 5 -10 Years
• 10+ Years

06

How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• Less than 2 Years
• 2-5 Years
• 5 -10 Years
• 10+ Years

07

This position requires a California Driver’s License.

• Yes, I will have a California Driver’s License within 90 days of date of appointment.
• No, I will not have a California Driver’s License within 90 days of date of appointment.

08

Please describe the size/scope of your current organization, your position in the organizational structure, and your scope of responsibilities.

09

Describe your experience developing, directing, and overseeing an annual operating budget for a Parks and Recreation Department or Division. Please include the size of the budget for which you’re responsible, and your experience monitoring, approving, and projecting revenues and expenditures.

10

The Parks Manager oversees two sections: Park Operations and Open Space (which includes Urban Forestry). What strategies would you implement to ensure cooperation and efficiencies between the two?

11

Describe your experience working in collaboration with partners such as Developers, Neighborhood Associations, School Districts, Business Improvement Districts, volunteer groups, not-for-profits, and/or industry partners related to parks.

12

What types of presentation experience have you had? Please include experience with community workshops, conferences, Councils, Commissions and Boards.

Required Question