Park Manager

About This Role

This Park Manager role involves overseeing park operations, maintaining facilities, and ensuring safety within the Southern Parks Division of Montgomery County. The manager will lead and develop a diverse team of maintenance staff while managing resources, budgets, and engaging with the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct teams for park maintenance, renovation, and construction projects
• Plan, schedule, assign, and evaluate the work of designated personnel, including counseling and training staff
• Conduct park inspections to identify problems, generate service requests, and ensure corrections
• Operate assigned vehicle for duties, transport staff/equipment, and manage vehicle maintenance records
• Review blueprints and estimate staff, equipment, materials, and supplies for projects
• Provide technical assistance and supervise the operation of major equipment and tree maintenance activities
• Participate in budget preparation, monitor expenditures, and initiate purchase requisitions
• Ensure transactions are properly coded, approved, closed, reconciled in the general ledger, and documented in EAM
• Work with senior park managers to develop and implement revenue production programs and recommend fees/staffing
• Conduct research for conservation programs, develop goals, and coordinate with Park Naturalists for interpretive programs
• Meet with community organizations and citizens to develop special programs or resolve problems
• Provide general assistance to park visitors, take reservations, enforce park rules, and assist in investigations related to accidents/crimes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Park Management, Park Administration, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Science, Physical Science or any related field
• 1 year of park management experience with staff leadership
• Valid driver's license with no restrictions
• Ability to obtain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements within 12 months (depending on assignment)
• Ability to obtain and maintain applicable certifications within 12 months (e.g., Pesticide Applicator, Fertilizer Applicator, Playground Safety Inspector)
• Pass Commission medical examination

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Park Management, Park Administration, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Science, Physical Science or any related field
• 1 year of park management experience that includes leadership of staff, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 5 years

Nice to Have

• Experience working with a Parks Dept. or other government organization
• Advanced ArcGIS skills
• Proficiency using a computer, modern office software, MS Office, enterprise software, and specialized software

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits

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