Clark County is a vibrant community with approximately 500,000 residents on the Columbia River between the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Clark County is a growing community that offers affordable living, quality schools, excellent outdoor recreation, and renowned scenery. The Parks system is tasked with meeting the recreational needs of the growing community.
Clark County Public Works is one of the county’s largest departments made up of several divisions serving our community with a variety of services. Public Works is dedicated to enhancing Clark County’s quality of life and continues to grow its reputation as a stable and innovative organization.
Public Works is looking for an experienced professional to fill a key leadership role as the Parks Division Manager.
Our park system includes a diverse range of facilities: metropolitan park district (MPD), regional parks, and natural areas showcasing the quintessential natural beauty of Clark County. The system encompasses over 13,000 acres and 97 developed park facilities. The system has dedicated levy funding for the MPD operation, a robust 6 year capital plan that is implementing the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan, and dedicated Park Improvement Fees and REET-2 funding for the capital plan. The division has an Operations team with 32 team members and a Planning and Development team with 6 team members. As a member of Public Works, the division is supported by other divisions for business services, public engagement and construction management.
The Clark County Parks Division envisions a community rich in natural resources, expansive parklands, and open spaces that enhance our local quality of life. Our dedicated team of mission-driven professionals is committed to the sustainable management and growth of our Parks program. The ideal candidate we seek to lead this team is a driven professional advocating for parks, demonstrating a commitment to public service, and diligent stewardship of the programs and properties managed; and is eager to make a positive, tangible impact on the Clark County community.
The first review of candidates will be September 16th. This recruitment may close at any time on or after the first review date.
Examples of Duties
Determines division and program missions, short-term and long-term objectives and strategies in consultation with the community, management, and other related agencies.
Establishes organizational goals and objectives. Assigns staff, budget, and other resources to achieve those goals.
Develops and implements policies, procedures, practices, job assignments, and staff authority and responsibility. Reviews department-wide processes and develops, recommends and implements improvements.
Hires, trains, and evaluates division staff or oversees activities in these areas. Develops effective employee relations, labor relations, and performance improvement programs.
Plans and manages the division's financial resources including preparing, presenting, and monitoring program budgets.
Coordinates involvement in community and constituent activities and programs.
Develops and maintains effective relationships with affiliated federal, state, and local agencies and business and community organizations.
Directs all aspects of programs within assigned operations division.
Performs special departmental administrative and management tasks as assigned by the director, deputy, or County Engineer, Deputy County Manager, and/or County Council.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Salary Grade
M2.206
Salary Range
$9,296.00 - $13,015.00- per month
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Recruiter
Rori Jones
Email:
Rori.Jones@clark.wa.gov
Equal Opportunity Employer
Clark County is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, access, and delivery of all county services. Clark County’s Equal Employment Opportunity Plan is available at http://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Employee Benefits and additional compensation
Clark County provides regular full-time and part-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, vision and dental insurance, paid leave, flexible spending accounts, life insurance and long-term disability, retirement, and deferred compensation. Some types of employees in some positions and bargaining units might have different benefits and additional compensation. More specific benefit information for the different bargaining units can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/employee-benefits. Also please refer to the specific bargaining unit contract for additional compensation at https://clark.wa.gov/human-resources/documents.
Retirement Information
All Clark County employees must participate in a WASHINGTON STATE RETIREMENT SYSTEM PLAN (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF).Employee contributions begin the first day of work. Current contribution rates vary by plan but could range from 5% to 15% of gross pay, depending on the plan choice. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site here: http://www.drs.wa.gov/
If you are in need of ADA/Section 504 assistance for accommodations, please contact Human Resources at (564) 397-2456; Relay (800) 833-6388.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
All combinations of education, experience, and training that demonstrate the ability to perform the work will be considered. A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities required for this position include:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Civil Engineering or a related field.
Five years of progressively responsible related experience; plus three years of supervisory experience in a unionized environment preferred.
Fiscal management experience including budget preparation, grant administration, service and intergovernmental contract negotiation and administration, expenditure control and record keeping highly desirable.
Required certifications and/or licenses in specialized field desired.
A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
Knowledge of: the principles and practices of public sector organization and program operations; project management, including planning, scheduling, monitoring, and problem solving; principles and practices of management and supervision, including planning, staffing, training, coaching, directing, coordinating, and evaluating; methods and procedures of budget development, justification, and control; application and interpretation of County, state and federal laws and regulation relevant to the program area; departmental policies and procedures, trends and practices within the specialized area.
Ability to: effectively plan, assign, direct, and evaluate the work subordinates, including delegating responsibility and authority; carry out policy directives of the governing authority in an effective and timely manner; establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, other governmental jurisdictions, contractors, and other County staff; communicate and express ideas effectively - orally and in writing.
Selection Process:
Resume and other documents must be attached together in the 'Resume Upload' section of the application. Multiple files are allowed, but all applicant attachments must be uploaded simultaneously, as there is no way to edit or append uploaded materials after submitting the application.
Application Review (Pass/ Fail) - An online application is required. Attaching a resume does not substitute for a completed application; incomplete applications will not pass the application review. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Practical Exam (Pass/Fail) - This recruitment may require a practical exam which will be job related and may include, but not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Candidates deemed most qualified will be invited to participate in the remainder of the selection process.
Oral Interview - The interview will be job related and may include, not limited to, the qualifications outlined in the job announcement. Top candidate(s) will continue in the process.
Employment references will be conducted for the final candidates and may include verification of education.
It is general policy of the County that new employees should be hired at the lower steps of the applicable range and advance through the range at the normal progression.
Clark County is a vibrant community with approximately 500,000 residents on the Columbia River between the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Clark County is a growing community that offers affordable living, quality schools, excellent outdoor recreation, and renowned scenery. The Parks system is tasked with meeting the recreational needs of the growing community.
Clark County Public Works is one of the county’s largest departments made up of several divisions serving our community with a variety of services. Public Works is dedicated to enhancing Clark County’s quality of life and continues to grow its reputation as a stable and innovative organization.
