Parks Administrative Program Manager 1
Parks Administrative Program Manager 1
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Description
- This position is hybrid.
Position Summary
Why Its a Great Opportunity:
Shape the Future of Parks & Recreation as an Administrative Program Manager 1 (APM1)
As the APM 1 youll be at the heart of shaping how our parks and recreation services are delivered across the community. This isnt just about spreadsheetsits about strategy. Youll help design and implement the financial and operational roadmap that guides our departments long-term impact.
What Makes This Role Special
- Strategic Influence: Youll play a key role in planning and decision-making influencing how when and where services are offered. Your insight will directly shape the Parks Departments priorities and resource allocation.
- Systems Leadership: Youll dive deep into our eleven diverse funding sourcesgeneral enterprise special revenue and constructionand help us make smarter more transparent decisions using strong data and systems thinking.
- Tech-Savvy Innovation: Were looking for someone who sees technology as a tool to drive efficiency equity and clarity. Your ability to leverage modern tools and improve systems will be highly valued.
- Team Development: As a supervisor youll lead and mentor the Office Assistant 2 team building career pathways and helping team members grow through training meaningful assignments and coaching.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: From budgeting and HR to policy development and interdepartmental partnerships youll be a connector and collaboratorworking closely with Administrative Services and Parks Division staff alike.
Key Projects Youll Support:
- Development of the biennial and supplemental budgets
- Annual revision of the Park Fee Ordinance
- Department-wide hiring plan
- Policies procedures and process
This is more than a managerial roleits a chance to shape the systems behind a department that brings joy connection and wellness to our community every day. If youre ready to bring your strategic mind systems savvy and leadership skills to a role where theyll make a real difference wed love to hear from you.
Why Its a Great Department:
Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages over 5200 acres of open space trails developed and undeveloped parks. We provide recreation programs and infrastructure in active and passive parks and trails. The department consists of three divisions: Parks and Recreation Administration and Resource Stewardship. Our mission is to be a leader in creating livable communities by providing opportunities for people to connect with nature learn about sustainable practices live healthy lifestyles and enjoy vibrant community spaces.
Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department
How to be Successful in the Role:
We seek an approachable adaptable and communicative leader capable of seamlessly transitioning from immediate operational needs to the development of long-term strategic plans. Were looking for someone who proactively seeks opportunities to refine processes and takes initiative in creative problem-solving. Your strong communication abilities will be instrumental in establishing clear expectations ensuring accountability and driving continuous improvement. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment with constantly shifting priorities possesses exceptional communication skills is detail-oriented and contributes effectively within a team environment.
Your Future in this Role:
This is a great role with varied activities supporting business processes with community engagement that touches everyone who lives or works in Pierce County. Pierce County offers professional development through robust online learning and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Manage and oversee the daily administrative operations of a small department or division of a large department.
- Assign review and approve the work of subordinate staff; investigate grievances involving subordinates and recommend resolution; recommend hiring promotional and disciplinary actions; approve leave requests and overtime; provide adequate coverage during staff absences.
- Ensure consistent interpretation and application of laws rules policies and procedures.
- Assist in developing and implementing operating procedures consistent with regulations controlling departmental activities; develop and prepare training manuals and facilitate training to ensure consistent and proper procedures are followed.
- Oversee and establish data collection and billing procedures; verify billing and other accounting related activities; assist staff in resolving complex accounting related problems.
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.
Qualifications
- Additional education or experience may substitute equally for the position requirements
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in business or public administration or a related field
- Two or more years of experience in an administrative position requiring budgetary and personnel skills
- Submit a cover letter with your application. Failure to attach this will result in an incomplete application.
Special Requirements and/or Qualifications
- A valid Washington State drivers license may be required when travel is required of the position
As a condition of employment the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
Supplemental Information
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting APPLY above or go to: you have a question about this opportunity please email the Recruitment Team at and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application testing process or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the Countys needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments phone screen and interviews.
At Pierce County diversity equity and inclusion means commitment not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit develop and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds cultures lifestyles and perspectives committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local direct and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County place people are proud to call home
We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Unclear
