What are the responsibilities and job description for the Park Operations Manager position at City of Lewisville?
Park Operations Manager Recruitment Brochure - Click Here
Our recruitment brochure provides an in-depth look at our organization, the Parks & Recreation Department, and the benefits of joining our team. For more information, click the link above to access the brochure. This position is open until filled with priority review of candidates by February 17, 2025.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $85,340.26-$95,167.32, which represents the hiring range for new employees based on factors such as education, experience, certifications, and licenses. The full salary range extends up to $121,545.22, providing opportunities for salary growth as employees gain experience, develop skills, and demonstrate strong performance over time.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, provides leadership for park operations of the Lewisville Parks & Recreation system. Coordinates and directs the work of the park operations team and contractors on the maintenance of parks, trails, medians, ROW’s and recreation amenities to meet the vision, goals and objectives established in Lewisville 2025 and the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) Healthy Infrastructure Plan and strategic plans. Provides professional expertise in the care, improvement and maintenance of parks, trails, recreation facilities and the urban tree canopy.
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Other Requirements:
Monday-Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm, Friday 7:30am-11:30am.
Our recruitment brochure provides an in-depth look at our organization, the Parks & Recreation Department, and the benefits of joining our team. For more information, click the link above to access the brochure. This position is open until filled with priority review of candidates by February 17, 2025.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $85,340.26-$95,167.32, which represents the hiring range for new employees based on factors such as education, experience, certifications, and licenses. The full salary range extends up to $121,545.22, providing opportunities for salary growth as employees gain experience, develop skills, and demonstrate strong performance over time.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, provides leadership for park operations of the Lewisville Parks & Recreation system. Coordinates and directs the work of the park operations team and contractors on the maintenance of parks, trails, medians, ROW’s and recreation amenities to meet the vision, goals and objectives established in Lewisville 2025 and the Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) Healthy Infrastructure Plan and strategic plans. Provides professional expertise in the care, improvement and maintenance of parks, trails, recreation facilities and the urban tree canopy.
- Develops, implements and manages activities and operation of the Park Operations division. Coordinates and administers the work of assigned supervisors.
- Develop, evaluate and update policies and procedures for part, trail, and tree canopy maintenance.
- Directs Park Supervisors to ensure work and planning schedules follow city policies, procedures, park master plans, and department goals and objectives.
- Analyzes trends and seeks feed back from team members to make data and value driven decisions.
- Conduct comprehensive park assessments and ability to utilize information to develop strategic plans for park upgrades and replacements.
- Manages contracts, agreements and requisitions of service, materials and supplies.
- Assists in the preparation, execution and monitoring operating budgets for park maintenance and improvement projects.
- Coordinates and consults with other city departments and agencies such as Corp of Engineers, LISD, TXDOT, NCTCOG, and other municipalities on park maintenance issues and improvement projects.
- Communicates effectively and courteously with the public, vendors, contractors, customers, board members, and staff, in writing, via the internet, Trello and by phone
- Leads smaller park projects, playground replacements, landscape, irrigation systems with the ability to identify tree species and native, low maintenance plant material to be incorporated into the design.
- Research, complies and presents information and recommendations to Director, Assistant Director, Park Board, City Council, DRC, and public.
- Responds to and resolves customer complaints in a timely, effective and professional manner.
- Familiar with CAPRA accreditation and reaccreditation process and able to evaluate, update policies, procedures, and SOPs that directly contribute to the chapters and fundamentals associated with the Park Operations Division.
- Performs duties of Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation in their absence.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Horticulture, Parks & Recreation Management, Land and Resource Management, Turf Maintenance or related field preferred.
- Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in a related field including three years of supervisory experience or project management experience.
Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Operational and project management practices for parks and recreation areas, sports fields, open spaces, facilities and trail systems.
- Construction management practices
- Irrigation and aquatic maintenance management
- Parks and recreation services and the important role they play in a community.
- Municipal budget preparation and administration principles and practices.
- Principles of leadership, supervision, and project management
- Municipal budget preparation and administration principles and practices.
- Federal, State and local building and development codes and ordinances.
- Accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
- Be punctual and attend work regularly
- Work effectively and foster relationships with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
- Perform work accurately and thoroughly.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Prepare and present clear and concise administrative, financial reports and presentations.
- Identify and respond to community issues, concerns and needs.
- Problem solving.
- Must possess skills in personnel supervision, training and in coordinating operations for parks and recreation.
- Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office, Google Suite or similar word processing programs, e-mail and the internet.
- Skills in project planning and construction delivery.
Other Requirements:
- Must submit to and pass a criminal background and pre-employment drug test.
- Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy. An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.
- Current Certified Park and Recreation Professional CPRP, Certified Park and Recreation Executive CPRE, Certified Playground Safety Inspector CPSI or Certified Arborist preferred.
Salary : $85,340 - $121,545
