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Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2023-05251
Department: Parks and Recreation Commission
Opening Date: 04/19/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Job Title: Deputy Director Parks Development (WMS Band 04)
Location: Tumwater, WA.
Compensation: The annual range of compensation is between $111,744 - $139,692 depending upon qualifications.
This posting will remain open until filled. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply before May 7, 2023 when a first review of applicants will be completed. The hiring authority reserves the right to fill this position at any time after that date without notice.
The Parks Development Division is looking for an experienced leader to help State Parks develop and maintain a world-class public park system. The Parks Development Division is responsible for the planning, real estate, partnership, interpretive, and capital aspects of implementing Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission's mission to care for Washington's most treasured lands, waters, and historic places and to connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives. This position will provide recommendations to the Director of Parks Development and other executive leaders on how the Parks Development Division is structured and managed, as well as how it works with other divisions within the agency. This position will also help develop recommendations on a vision for the built environment, as well as an asset management approach for the park system. Most importantly, this position will be instrumental in considering how to bring together multiple disciplines, across the agency, to create efficiencies and synergies agency wide. We are seeking a thoughtful, dependable, intuitive, and collaborative systems thinker with demonstrated experience in delivering organizational clarity and system design.
The Deputy Director of Parks Development reports to the Director of Parks Development and serves as the Director of Parks Development in their absence and second in authority within the division, and otherwise assists in all aspects of division management.
This position independently manages and controls sizeable program and project budgets, affects activities of other state agencies, impacts public stakeholders and private sector business partners, and develops and recommends development policy and fiscal decisions to executive management and the Commission.
This position supervises other leadership positions, including WMS positions, within the Parks Development Division.
In addition to the qualifications listed below, we are also looking for a candidate who will bring the following to the position:
Duties
The purpose of this position is to serve as a second in command to the Director of Parks Development in all aspects of division management including serving as principal delegate and second in line of division authority; coordinating and communicating with other divisions and programs; developing the division's project management processes, practices, and supporting information systems; managing a portfolio of high-profile division policy, facilities, planning, real estate, partnership, interpretive, and capital projects; and developing and coordinating agency business strategy.
Here are some of the primary functions of this position:
This position is based out of Parks Headquarters in Tumwater, WA, and requires some time in the office most weeks; flexible/hybrid remote work may be an option. This position requires occasional travel, which may include overnight travel.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY:
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at
Diversity Policy Statement: The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment - one that embraces and values the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a working environment that includes, welcomes, and respects diverse identities of race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and more. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are invited to apply. Persons desiring any accommodations in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565.
Applicants who are deaf or hearing impaired may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For information about this position, please contact Steven Loduha at
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-t...
Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 2023-05251
Department: Parks and Recreation Commission
Opening Date: 04/19/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Job Title: Deputy Director Parks Development (WMS Band 04)
Location: Tumwater, WA.
Compensation: The annual range of compensation is between $111,744 - $139,692 depending upon qualifications.
This posting will remain open until filled. It is in the candidate's best interest to apply before May 7, 2023 when a first review of applicants will be completed. The hiring authority reserves the right to fill this position at any time after that date without notice.
The Parks Development Division is looking for an experienced leader to help State Parks develop and maintain a world-class public park system. The Parks Development Division is responsible for the planning, real estate, partnership, interpretive, and capital aspects of implementing Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission's mission to care for Washington's most treasured lands, waters, and historic places and to connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives. This position will provide recommendations to the Director of Parks Development and other executive leaders on how the Parks Development Division is structured and managed, as well as how it works with other divisions within the agency. This position will also help develop recommendations on a vision for the built environment, as well as an asset management approach for the park system. Most importantly, this position will be instrumental in considering how to bring together multiple disciplines, across the agency, to create efficiencies and synergies agency wide. We are seeking a thoughtful, dependable, intuitive, and collaborative systems thinker with demonstrated experience in delivering organizational clarity and system design.
The Deputy Director of Parks Development reports to the Director of Parks Development and serves as the Director of Parks Development in their absence and second in authority within the division, and otherwise assists in all aspects of division management.
This position independently manages and controls sizeable program and project budgets, affects activities of other state agencies, impacts public stakeholders and private sector business partners, and develops and recommends development policy and fiscal decisions to executive management and the Commission.
This position supervises other leadership positions, including WMS positions, within the Parks Development Division.
In addition to the qualifications listed below, we are also looking for a candidate who will bring the following to the position:
- Highly developed and demonstrated relationship building and interpersonal skills.
- Personal commitment and experience fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Demonstrated experience in managing large and complex planning, infrastructure, capital, strategic, organizational, and/or construction projects that involve multiple sets of stakeholders and competing interests.
- Demonstrated experience in soliciting and evaluating proposals and qualifications from consultants related to construction, planning, and organizational development.
- Demonstrated experience in facilitating collaborative decision-making in a team environment and with executive leadership.
- Demonstrated success in following through with timely deliverables.
- Advanced analytical skills, using data to make decisions.
- Experience in cultivating a learning-based organization and knowledge of adaptive management principles.
Duties
The purpose of this position is to serve as a second in command to the Director of Parks Development in all aspects of division management including serving as principal delegate and second in line of division authority; coordinating and communicating with other divisions and programs; developing the division's project management processes, practices, and supporting information systems; managing a portfolio of high-profile division policy, facilities, planning, real estate, partnership, interpretive, and capital projects; and developing and coordinating agency business strategy.
Here are some of the primary functions of this position:
- Assists the Director of Parks Development in all aspects of division management including acting as Director of Parks Development in their absence and serving as second in line of division authority and alternate contact for internal staff and external stakeholders.
- Leads the development of a Facilities Program, implementation, and management, including developing and executing a vision of the built environment in coordination with other divisions and programs in Parks.
- Develops and provides strategic recommendations and policy decisions related to managing a capital development budget in excess of $150 million, as well as other related programs and lines of work across the agency.
- Develops a system that prioritizes and implements capital and facilities construction and maintenance projects on time and on budget.
- Develops and facilitates division work planning, coordination, review, and performance measurement.
- Develops, directs, controls, and monitors division-wide project management processes and practices.
- Coordinates project promotion and digital communications in coordination with the Communications Office and Legislative Liaison.
- Supports and advocates for modernization of tools and processes to support the division.
- Agency-wide coordination, communication, and collaboration.
- Manages high-profile, complex, interdivisional projects.
- Tracks, plans, and coordinates staffing, engagement, and coordination needs for large-scale partnerships and initiatives that cross divisions.
- Manages a portfolio of selected complex, interdivisional projects including directing the work of project managers in division programs and contracted consultants.
This position is based out of Parks Headquarters in Tumwater, WA, and requires some time in the office most weeks; flexible/hybrid remote work may be an option. This position requires occasional travel, which may include overnight travel.
Qualifications
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in program management, systems engineering, engineering, planning, economics, finance, marketing, business administration/management or a closely related field, and
- Seven (7) years of experience in: Project and program management that includes strategic decision making, leading teams, and developing and/or managing budgets.
- Valid unrestricted (except for corrective lenses) driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience with Capital Projects, Facilities and/or Real-Estate.
- A master's degree in program management, systems engineering, engineering, planning, economics, finance, business administration/management or a closely related field.
- Leading and cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work force and implementing values around diversity, equity, and inclusivity in agency lines of work and business.
- Ability to interface with executive and senior management, agency teams, and other internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams at all levels of three organizations.
- Experience and success managing complex, high-profile projects.
- Aptitude for quantitative analysis, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail.
- Ability to create and maintain analytical management tools for robust business tracking.
- Ability to communicate effectively with variety of constituencies, persuasively speak in public and create/deliver.
Supplemental Information
HOW TO APPLY:
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at
- Letter of Interest - Specifically describing your qualifications that make you the best candidate for this position.
- Chronological Resume
Diversity Policy Statement: The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment - one that embraces and values the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:
- Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability.
- Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences.
- Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society.
- Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to all people of this state today and in the future.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strengthens our ability and commitment to serve all citizens.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating and sustaining a working environment that includes, welcomes, and respects diverse identities of race, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, and more. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are invited to apply. Persons desiring any accommodations in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565.
Applicants who are deaf or hearing impaired may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For information about this position, please contact Steven Loduha at
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-t...
