Parks/recreation Manager - Queen Creek, United States - Town of Queen Creek, AZ

Town of Queen Creek, AZ

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Queen Creek, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Description:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek._

The current vacancy will be assigned to Parks. Work hours may be required on nights and weekends and may include holidays.

The primary duties will include but are not limited to:

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Directly supervise the Parks Superintendent and oversee the Grounds Division:

Directly supervise the Senior Recreation Coordinator and oversee the Park Ranger Division:

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Take the lead on current trail projects and future trail planning:

Create and finalize park amenity inventory and maintenance management plans:

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Support staff in Cartegraph to ensure effective results (and efficient operations):

Co-lead the process toward department accreditation:

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Provide detailed data to support department reporting and performance management

IMPORTANT DATES
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This recruitment closes June 9, 2024:

First round of interviews are scheduled to take place the week of June 17:

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Second round of interviews for finalists are scheduled to take place the week of June 24:

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY

Positions assigned to this class are responsible for supervising the staff and activities of the Parks and Recreation Department to include programs, longrange planning and budgeting, parks, trails, and current and future capital improvement projects.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a management classification in the parks and recreation job family, recognized as an organizational authority within recreation programming and/or parks systems, grounds and maintenance disciplines and demonstrates specific, broad practical knowledge. Work involves directing, planning and coordinating staff and projects/programs, and budget.

When assigned to Recreation, the Manager will primarily oversee the Recreation and Aquatics Divisions.

When assigned to Parks, the Manager will primarily oversee the Grounds Maintenance and Park Ranger Divisions as well as special projects, such as department accreditation and current and future trail projects and planning.

Examples of Duties:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs._
Manages, directs and evaluates assigned division staff; processes employee concerns and problems; counsels, disciplines, and completes employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews and makes hiring recommendations.
Manages, identifies, communicates and carries out the objectives of the division.
Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise; coordinates or conducts staff training activities.
Participates in the accomplishment of organizational, departmental and divisional longrange goals and objectives; assists in evaluation efficiency and effectiveness of program operations, procedures, and use of resources; recommends and/or implements improvements to policies and procedures as needed.
Implements the division master plan; maintains and updates plan.
Manages the parks and trails programs, including planning, construction, opening and operations.
Assists in preparation of division budget; prepares cost estimates; monitors contract expenditures and revenues for services; and may review and propose fee structures for services.
Administers applicable contracts; negotiates and recommends contract terms; evaluates performance; ensures compliance to contract agreements; reviews and analyzes annual a variety of data and information in assigned area of responsibility.
Audits a variety of division documents and information.
Resolves a variety of customer complaints.
Prepares, reviews, approves, completes, processes, or retains various forms, reports, correspondence, time sheets, personnel action forms, performance evaluations, invoices, budget reports, financial records, contracts, codes, ordinance, policies, procedures, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation.
Represents the Town and serves participates in a variety of local and regional committees and/or advisory boards.
Develops short

- and long-term plans, goals, objectives and projections to forecast needs in assigned area of responsibility.

Attends meetings, serve on committees, and make presentations as needed; prepares Council Action reports as needed.
Prepares and presents oral and written reports to applicable stakeholders.
Recruits event producers, procures sponsorships, and develops partners