Parks Operation Manager - Whitestown, United States - Town of Whitestown
1 week ago
Description
Purpose:
Parks Operation Manager assists in the planning, coordination, and management of the Parks & Recreation Department; coordinates Department programs and strategies required to meet the Town's goals and objectives.
- Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job responsibilities._
Responsibilities:
- Manage departmental programs, services, and personnel as assigned by the Parks Director.
- Monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures.
- Evaluate and monitor staff workload, and administrative and support systems.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and present recommendations to the Director; manages the implementation of operational improvements and monitors the effects of the changes.
- Conduct a variety of organization studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommend modifications to recreation programs, events, and activities as appropriate.
- Attend meetings of boards and commissions as assigned; attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in recreation programs.
- Represent the Parks & Recreation Department at local and regional meetings as assigned and makes decisions and commitments within scope of authority.
- Select, train, motivate, and evaluate assigned personnel; provide and coordinate staff training.
Qualifications and Skills
- Knowledge of Town organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of State and Federal statutes, rules, codes, regulations and resources for Recreation programs and events.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of recreation program development and administration.
- Knowledge of policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of parks and recreation programs and facilities.
- Ability to assess community needs and develop solutions.
- Develop, coordinate, and conduct recreation programs and activities.
- Plan, organize, and coordinate the work of professional, technical, clerical, and volunteer personnel.
- Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
- Maintain a cooperative working relationship with Town employees, officials, and representatives from other local, state, and Federal agencies.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
- Valid driver's license
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Parks and Recreation Administration, Business Administration, Public Relations, Event Management.
- Five years of professional experience in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pay:
Up to $70,070.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Whitestown, IN required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Whitestown, IN 46075: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person
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