Park Manager

DEFINITION:   Under general supervision, to plan, organize and direct the operation of the County Parks and Campgrounds ensuring the operations are financially sound and the customer base is satisfied; to perform both routine and skilled work in the maintenance and operations of the County Parks and Campgrounds; and to function as a positive and cooperative team member and team leader.
 
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:  This is a non-exempt single position classification, with overall responsibility for the operation of the County’s Parks and Campgrounds Division.  An employee allocated to this job class provides first line supervision of clerical and specialized technical staff as well as managing the day-to-day operations of all support services and related facilities/services.  An incumbent in this job class must possess excellent organizational and communications skills as well as the ability to supervise staff in an effective and productive manner.  An incumbent in this job class must also possess a broad base of in-depth knowledge of all functions and activities necessary to provide the services required of the assigned divisions and their operations.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY AND SCOPE:   Receives general supervision from the Deputy Director, Assistant Director and Director of Public Works.  Exercises direct supervision to assigned clerical, specialized, and technical staff.   
ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Assists in the planning and implementation of long-range plans and development for the Parks and Campgrounds Division; plans, monitors, and approves divisional purchases; identifies needs of the County and public and writes proposals and recommends methods to meet these needs.
Inspects parks and campgrounds properties, facilities, water systems, and equipment; identifies and prioritizes needed maintenance, repairs, and construction; supervises and participates in the proper completion of logs and documentation for the parks and campgrounds operations. 
Organizes and directs overall operations of parks and campgrounds facilities; directs the daily operations of the parks and campgrounds in a customer friendly manner; develops and reviews parks and campgrounds policies and safety procedures for operations; takes corrective action to improve procedures as necessary.  
Identifies and develops new and/or modified services and community programs that would promote and enhance the mission, goals, and objectives of the Parks and Campgrounds Divisions; initiates, oversees, and participates in the necessary research and analysis to justify the appropriateness of implementing the proposed service and/or facility.
Assists in preparing and administering the fiscal budget for operation of the Parks and Campgrounds; participates in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials; supplies monitors and manages expenditures and ensures compliance to budget.
Identifies grant funding opportunities and, utilizing clerical and technical staff, writes grant applications to secure new funding for the existing parks and campgrounds.
Promotes and encourages programs and events to utilize parks and campgrounds with a goal of increasing campground occupancy rates and bring events or programs that benefit local citizens and the local economy.
Represents Parks and Campground at County meetings; serves as liaison to the County, the public and other agencies; coordinates with the Deputy Director, Assistant Director and Director of Public Works the establishment of priorities. 
Plans, directs, assigns, prioritizes, and evaluates the work of assigned personnel; provides leadership; sets priorities; supervises and evaluates performance and work of employees; participates in the hiring, training, evaluating, promoting and disciplining of employees. 
Plans, implements, and supervises a variety of maintenance and repair functions performed on or at Parks and Campground buildings and facilities; improves building cosmetic appearance; may utilize or operate backhoes, loaders, mowers, small tools and vehicles in maintenance and construction activities. 
Directs the investigation and resolution of complaints/concerns related to designated responsibility areas and activities; identifies and initiates solutions to major issues involving policy, and organizational changes and directions.
Attends meetings, seminars and training classes.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Experience and Training/Education
Experience:  Three (3) years as a Parks & Campground Specialist Lead with Inyo County OR four (4) years of progressively responsible full-time experience in campground facilities or resort management, community program development and implementation, or other related field, including one year at a supervisory level.   A Parks & Rec degree can substitute for up to three (3) years of experience.
Training/Education:   High school graduate or equivalent. A Bachelors or Associates Degree in Parks & Recreation is preferred. 
Knowledge of:
Standard and accepted principles and practices of park planning and development, including environmental and land development processes.
Standard and accepted principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building and conflict resolution.
Standard and accepted principles and practices of operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. 
Pertinent local, state and federal guidelines, regulations and laws.
Principles and practices of policy development.
Standard and accepted principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Standard and accepted office methods, equipment and procedures including basic word processing and spread sheet software applications.
Standard and accepted methods of accounting and fiscal record keeping.
Basic mathematic skills.
Standard and accepted principles and practices of electrical systems and irrigation systems.
Safe work practices
Skill to:
Organize and direct the Parks and Campgrounds operations.
On a continuous basis, analyze budget and technical reports; interpret and evaluate staff reports; know and interpret laws, regulations and codes; perform complex construction, maintenance or grounds keeping activities observe performance and evaluate staff; problem solve department related issues; remember various rules and procedures; and explain and interpret policy.
Successfully apply for and administer grant applications.
Develop and manage requests for proposals processes and resulting agreements.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Utilize technology when appropriate to improve parks and campground operations.
Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
Employ creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to reduce costs, increase revenues and improve operations and services.
Interpret and apply County and divisional policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Prepare and administer a budget in conjunction with Deputy Director, Assistant Director, and Director of Public Works.
Supervise, train and evaluate personnel in an effective and positive manner.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Prioritize assigned work effectively for self and others for successful job performance.
Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform required duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
License or Certificate:
Must possess a valid driver's license as required by the position.   Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required. 
Possession of a valid Level 1 (D1) or Level 2 (D2) water distribution certificate from or recognized by the California State Water Resources Control Board is preferred. 
Typical Physical Requirements:  While performing the essential functions of this job class, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to operate a variety of objects, tools, equipment, computer keyboard, vehicles, and other specialized equipment; flexibility and endurance to stand, climb, stoop, kneel, crawl, bend, walk, reach, and crouch; talk and hear clearly and concisely to communicate with citizens, general public, victims, suspects, witnesses, supervisors, and fellow employees on a continuous basis.  Employee is regularly required to lift and/or carry and/or move objects weighing up to 25 to 35 pounds.  The employee must also sit at desk or in meetings for long periods of time; intermittently, walk, stand and bend while going to/from other offices and taking files to/from meetings; twist to reach equipment surrounding desk; perform simple grasping and fine manipulation.
 
Typical Working Conditions:
Assigned work is performed in both an office and outdoor environment.  Incumbent will have continuous contact with County staff, management, state and federal agency representatives, general public and outside organizations/agencies.   Incumbents will be, at times, exposed to a wide variety of climate and weather conditions while conducting inspections and maintenance of parks and campgrounds.
Special requirements:  You may be required to drive a motor vehicle in the course of employment and must possess a valid operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.   Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation and physical examination. Your position may be required to serve as a Disaster Service Worker during a County emergency.

APPLICATION: It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Beginning with your present or most recent job, show a complete record of your employment.  Describe in detail any aspects of your experience or activities that are particularly appropriate for the position for which you are applying. You may not submit resume in lieu of completing the Employment Record fields.  We will evaluate your qualifications based solely on the information entered into the Employment Record form.
 It is not acceptable to complete the application with statements like “See/Refer to resume” or “See attached”. 
 
IMPORTANT:   If requesting Veteran's preference, you must attach a copy of your DD214 with your application
SELECTION:  Selection procedures will be determined by the number and qualifications of applicants and may include a qualification screening, written examination, and oral interview. 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH QUALIFYING DISABILITIES:  Inyo County will make reasonable efforts in the examination process on a case-by-case basis to accommodate persons with disabilities.   If you have special needs, please contact (760) 878-0377 prior to the examination process.  
CITIZENSHIP/IMMIGRATION STATUS:   Inyo County hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-citizens in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.  
The County of Inyo has work sites located throughout the Owens Valley (Independence, Bishop, Lone Pine, Big Pine, and Olancha) and the Death Valley area (Death Valley, Tecopa, and Shoshone).  All Inyo County positions are considered Countywide.  Positions are assigned to a work site based upon the needs of the County.  Positions may be temporarily or permanently reassigned to another work site as deemed necessary by the Department Head and/or County Administration.