Park Manager
Park Manager
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Position Description
Precinct Ones Mission
Precinct Ones mission is that we are committed to become a national model for delivering responsive public service utilizing inclusive innovative and collaborative approaches to improve the quality of life advance equality of opportunity and promote the fair treatment of all people in Harris County. The Policy team advances the mission by developing and advancing equitable public policy that enhances the quality of life of all Harris County residents.What you will do at Precinct One
Harris County Precinct One is looking for a Park Manager!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- The successful candidate will be handson and responsible for the safe and effective operation of the assigned Precinct One Park.
- The manager will assign supervise and monitor the work of park Caretakers.
- This includes planning and scheduling tasks monitoring and evaluating employees resolving personnel concerns enforcing Precinct policies and regulations park rules and procedures and training employees.
- This individual also plans the maintenance in the park coordinates equipment repairs performs weekly inspections of all facilities equipment and playgrounds and reports safety hazards to the proper personnel.
- Additionally the manager plans and coordinates special projects and events; interfaces with the public regarding park concerns; participates in scheduled meetings and conferences; assists in the preparation of budgets and other departmental reports.
- Other duties: Performs all other duties as assigned.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please callor email.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and even when considered may not automatically disqualify the candidate.Requirements
What you will bring to Precinct One
Education:
Bachelors Degree in Park and Resource Management Recreation Forestry Arboriculture or a related field of study from an accredited college or university.
Comparable years of experience maysubstitute for education on a yearforyear basis
Experience:- Three 3years of experience in park maintenance including tasks such as landscaping groundskeeping facility repairs and general upkeep of park areas.
- Three 3 years of experience leading or supervising the work of others
- Proficiency in all Microsoft software applications including Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint and SharePoint
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:- Extensive knowledge of ground maintenance park operations occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Knowledge of natural resource conservation and public relations
- Ability to coach and lead staff as well as practice good budget management
- Knowledgeable about the operation of park maintenance equipment and tools
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Fulltime Regular
- Monday Friday
Work Environment and Physical Demands:- Will generally perform duties in an office though sometimes at external event locations
- Occasional travel within Harris County
What You Get in Return
You will be surrounded by coworkers who bring their best daily. Passionate people who want to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves and Harris County as a whole. You will be in a missiondriven organization surrounded by colleagues who bring their best to work each day and collaborate to make a difference in the communities Precinct One serves along with Harris County as a whole.
Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical dental and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of fulltime continued employment. Vacation sick time and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.About Precinct One
There are four precincts in Harris County. The four elected commissioners along with an elected county judge serve as members of Harris County Commissioners Court the administrative head of the countys government. Commissioner Rodney Ellis represents the constituents of Precinct One.
With approximately 1.17 million residents Harris County Precinct One is a diverse urban precinct that covers 363 square miles. Precinct Ones multiracial multiethnic population is roughly 33 percent African American 38 percent Latino 21 percent Anglo 6 percent Asian and 2 percent other or multiple races.
Precinct One stretches south to Brazoria County and reaches into eastern and northern sections of Harris County. The Precincts territory includes a large section of Downtown Houston including the Downtown Harris County Courthouse Complex Toyota Center Minute Maid Park and the BBVA Compass Stadium. Other notable landmarks include the 263acre NRG Park Complex and the renowned Texas Medical Center. The Precinct is also the higher educational home to Houston Community College Rice University Texas Southern University the University of Houston and the University of St. Thomas. Precinct One manages more than 21 parks 10 community centers numerous hikeandbike trails three maintenance service centers and several area offices all of which provide an array of services to Precinct One residents.How to apply
If this job sounds interesting you meet the required qualifications and you can see yourself working for Precinct One we invite you to apply.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
