What are the responsibilities and job description for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS position at Prince William County, VA?
Salary : $104,500.50 - $167,193.00 Annually
Location : Manassas, VA
Job Type : Full-Time (FT)
Job Number : 202509550
Department : PARKS & RECREATION
Division : EXECUTIVE MGMT & ADMIN
Opening Date : 02 / 24 / 2025
Closing Date : 3 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
GRADE : D62
Hiring Salary : $104,500 - $142,000 annually
Introduction
Make your mark as the next Assistant Director for Maintenance and Operations in one of metro-DC's largest, most diverse park systems!
The Prince William County, Virginia Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking a proven leader to oversee facility and grounds maintenance operations for a 5,000-acre park system that serves over 484,000 residents. Guided by best practices, the Assistant Director leads a team of highly skilled professionals to work in concert with other divisions to meet service level demands and ensure excellent visitor experiences. If you are looking to unleash your full leadership potential to transform the quality of life for a burgeoning destination located just 25 miles outside of the Nation's Capital, rooted in cultural diversity, history, and natural beauty, then apply today! In addition to working for a top-50 employer in Virginia, the position comes with unparalleled benefits including health and dental coverage, enrollment in the Virginia Retirement System, a defined contributions plan with County match, 11 paid holidays, 4 personal leave days, and generous training and professional development support.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Charge :
Within broad parameters defined by the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Assistant Director for Maintenance and Operations administers all grounds and facility maintenance operations, including operating and capital budget development and oversight, policy development, level of service planning, contract and procurement administration, lease and license management, cyclical maintenance planning, safety and environmental compliance, staff planning, employee relations management, accreditation compliance, project management, and other duties of a similar nature or level. The Assistant Director serves as a member of the Department's Executive Team, which establishes strategic direction for the Department, develops the skills of Department managers that make up the Leadership Team, and drive home the County's leadership-at-all-levels philosophy. The position reports to the Director of Parks and Recreation.
The Right Leader :
This career-defining position requires a team-oriented, get-to-yes leader with exceptional people skills to complement their penchant for logistics, continuous system improvements, and customer service excellence. They will be detail oriented, proactive, relatable to employees at all levels, and motivated to maximize resources. Undeterred by external factors, they will excel at conflict resolution by using diplomacy and tact, empower and trust the subject matter experts on their team, inspire an above and beyond ethic, be committed to robust communication, and have passion for coaching subordinate staff to exceed performance goals.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or G.E.D. and 8 years of progressively responsible management experience in grounds, building, and / or public utility maintenance operations.
PREFERENCES
- Master's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Business Administration, Public Administration, Turf Maintenance, Construction Administration, Building Maintenance, Mechanical or Civil Engineering, or a related field.
- 10 years of progressively responsible management experience in grounds, building, and / or public utility maintenance operations to include budgeting, personnel management, hiring, policy development, regulatory compliance, and setting / tracking performance measures.
- 5 years of supervisory experience for 2 or more direct reports
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional
- Certified Park Maintenance Management professional
- Experience with direct oversight for a $10 million budget including developing budgets and tracking expenditures
- Experience working for a CAPRA accredited organization
- Experience harnessing technology to improve service-delivery
- Experience negotiating and writing agreements
- Experience writing comprehensive maintenance plans and policies
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Excellent conflict resolution skills with customers and employees
- Excellent logistical planning skills
WORK SCHEDULE
37.5 hours per week; some evening and weekend work
HIRING RANGE
104,500 - $142,000 annually
About the Division :
The Department of Parks and Recreation's Maintenance and Operations Division is responsible for grounds upkeep and building maintenance for 55 parks, 2 water parks, 4 community pools, 2 indoor aquatic and fitness centers, 3 recreation centers, 14 historic sites, 2 marinas, 280 sports fields, 3 golf courses, and 50 miles of trail spread across 350 square miles. The Division is composed of the Grounds Services and Facility Maintenance branches and is supported by 146 Full time equivalents and a $17.5 million annual operating budget. The Division is one of seven within the Department of Parks and Recreation.
About the Department :
The Department of Parks and Recreation has a mission to create recreational and cultural experiences for a more vibrant community and envisions itself as a lead collaborator in delivering holistic solutions for community transformation. The Department has an operating budget of nearly $52 million and is currently managing nearly $60 million in capital improvement projects with exciting new investments on the horizon. In 2019, voters approved a $41 million bond referendum for new parks and trails. The Department is undergoing exciting foundational changes such as a recent update to its Comprehensive Plan and Master Plan utilizing a new Level of Service methodology rooted in equity and sets a goal to double County parkland acreage. In addition, the Department is accreditation through the Commission for the Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA). Recent recognitions for the Department include the attainment of E3 status from the Virginia Environmental Excellence Program for a commitment to environmental stewardship in operations, a Gold Medal from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality for the Neabsco Boardwalk project, and several Golden Guard awards, consistent audit scores from Ellis and Associates of exceeds for the Department's aquatic safety program. The Department is supported by three advisory boards and two foundations. The Department is uniquely employee-centered and follows a Leadership Philosophy that believes in Leadership at all Levels. To that end, all employees are invited to participate in day-to-day problem solving, system improvement initiatives, and strategy setting.
About Prince William County :
Located 30 miles outside the District of Columbia, Prince William, Virginia is the 2nd largest county in Virginia and the 4th fastest growing county in the Commonwealth. Known for its diverse population, quality schools, and gorgeous cultural and natural resources, Prince William has become a community of choice for families and professionals in the D.C. metro area. The County boasts two National Parks, including the largest protected natural area in Metro D.C., the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Jiffy Lube Live outdoor music venue, 20 craft breweries and wineries, the George Mason University Science and Technology Campus, the Hylton Performance Arts Center, and NOVA Community college. In the face of accelerating population growth, the County is planning exciting new re-development areas, in which to concentrate mixed-use development for vibrant live-work-play communities.
Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.
Full-time and part-time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.
The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits :
Provisional
Seasonal employees
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I understand that information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications. Information on my resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. Only information provided at the time of the application submission will be considered when determining my qualifications. Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited.
Select the option that reflects your highest level of completed education.
Quantify your years of progressively responsible management experience in grounds, building, and / or public utility maintenance operations such as budgeting, personnel management, hiring, policy development, regulatory compliance, and setting / tracking performance measures.
How many years of supervisory experience do have in grounds, building, and / or public utility maintenance operations for 2 or more direct reports?
Have you written maintenance plans and policies?
What size budget have you been responsible for directly overseeing?
Are you a certified Parks and Recreations Professional?
Are you a certified Park Maintenance Management profesisonal?
Do you have experience working for a CAPRA agency?
Select the managerial responsibilities you have experience performing.
Required Question
Salary : $104,500 - $142,000
