Park and Trail Operations Manager (At-Will)

Posted 7 days ago

Job Description

Overall Job Objective

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Do you prioritize work/life balance? If your answer is "yes", we have great news for you!

Pinal County Does Too.

Pinal County prioritizes its employees wellbeing and respects work/life balance. Say goodbye to late night hours, being attached to your phone to respond to work emails, and f

Say hello to paid sabbaticals every five years, three weeks of paid vacation your first year, 13 paid sick days and 11 paid holidays annually.

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An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work Life Balance.
Paid Vacation And Sick Leave
- 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
  - After Three (3) Years of Service 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
  - After Five (5) Years of Service 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually
Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish
13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One
Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years
- Two Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service
- Three Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service
- Four Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
- Four Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service
Comprehensive Wellness Program
- Quarterly Wellness Challenges
- Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite
- Vaccination Clinics
- Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events
- Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite
- Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite
- Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online
- Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi
Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions - Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit!
Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans - Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From
- Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost
Dental and Vision Plans
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Alternative Work Schedules
Telehealth
Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program through the Dept of Education
Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options
Civil Service Leave
VanPool Options
Short-Term Disability - Employer Paid
Basic Life Insurance - Employer Paid
Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses
Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance

Plus, work with an amazing team of people who are committed to making Pinal County a great place for its citizens and its employees.

JOB SUMMARY

Under limited supervision, manages and oversees the daily operation of the County Park and Trail system. Performs management, supervisory and advanced administrative level work involved in planning, customer service, coordinating, and ensuring park security and public safety while assisting in the operation of the County owned parks for the Pinal County Open Space, Trails, and Regional Parks Department.

Example of Duties

Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this description.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Manages, supervises, coordinates and performs a variety of administrative work which includes scheduling, cash handling, customer service, record maintenance, preventative maintenance, responding to requests for information or services, preparing correspondence, reports, statistical information and budget materials, and assisting in the development of policies, procedures and training.
Completes performance evaluations, makes hiring recommendations, recommends disciplinary actions, approves leave times, prepares work schedules and assigns work tasks.
Supervises the activities of assigned personnel, monitors reports and recordkeeping activities filed by assigned personnel for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to policy and procedure guidelines.
Instructs personnel in departmental policies, procedures and techniques, and provides training.
Conducts and/or arranges for training and development programs for park staff.
Attends meetings and conferences in conjunction with other local agencies.
Greets and meets customers in a polite and professional manner.
Assist in the development of the operations budget.
Manages the operations budget for several park and trail facilities.
Establishes goals and work plans for the park and trail employees and ensures completion.
Develops and implements equipment and facility upgrades or replacements including park sites, facilities, vehicles and equipment.
Maintains records for land management, facility and equipment activities.
Promotes safety in activities of the division and in maintenance of facilities for the public.
Assists in the long range planning for the Department including the development of grant proposals, land acquisition and special projects.
Represents the County and the Department by participating in various organizations and committees appropriate to the County and Departments mission. Attends meetings of the Open Space and Trails Advisory Commission.
Prepares regular reports of various park and trail activities.
Manages special projects related to division operations.
Recommends policy and establishes procedural guidelines pertinent to the maintenance and development of park and trail facilities; evaluates maintenance operations and effects measures to improve efficiency, cost effectiveness and service provision.
Develops, coordinates and maintains productive relationships with partnering agencies, user and citizen groups, businesses and other non-governmental organizations
Promotes and adheres to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation.
Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records and restricted County information.
Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

Bachelors Degree in Outdoor Recreation, Recreation Management, Forestry, Natural Resources or Parks and Recreation.
Four (4) years progressively responsible experience in a position related to Outdoor Parks, Natural Resources, or Forestry services, including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, techniques, and equipment used in enforcement of park operations, maintenance and security.
Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in business management, cash handling, and customer service in park and hospitality services.
Knowledge of relevant laws, rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement in general and specifically to the park operations.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to parks operation and general maintenance work.
Skill in developing, administering and managing a department budget.
Skill in coordinating and directing work of others.
Skill in the management and coordination of strategic planning of park development or maintenance.
Ability to provide leadership, supervision, training and evaluation for park staff.
Ability to protect the public and assist a law enforcement in enforcing the laws in a park with due regard for the rights and safety of individuals, the preservation of property, and the maintenance of good community and interpersonal relationships in compliance with established laws, policies, procedures and regulations.
Ability to deliver high level customer service during performance of essential duties.
Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences
Ability to work within a team environment
Ability to work within a diverse community in a fair and ethical manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The work requires independent body mobility to stand, move, bend, and sit for prolonged periods of time and drive a vehicle. Manual dexterity to reach, and grasp; manual dexterity to hand write or use computer keyboard; vision sufficient to see/read; hear and speak to communicate with customers in person and over the phone.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in both an office and field based environment. The typical field based setting requires exposure to inclement weather conditions, extreme temperatures, and natural terrain. Work may include night, weekend and/or holiday shifts.

Notice to Applicants:
We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications.

The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the midpoint require additional approval.

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