Director of Parks
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
14 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Description
Working at Harris County Precinct 4:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.
What you will do forHarris County Precinct 4 (HCP4)
Harris County Precinct 4 is seeking a visionary and results-driven Director of Parks to lead the strategic direction operations and stewardship of one of the most expansive and diverse park systems in the region. With 62 parks over 14000 acres of greenspace 98 miles of trails and 180 sports fields the Director will oversee a premier park system that is vital to recreation conservation and community well-being.
The Director of Parks provides high-level leadership and direction for all aspects of park operations capital improvement projects safety and compliance community partnerships and environmental stewardship. This role requires a balance of strategic vision and hands-on operational expertise ensuring that every park and recreational facility embodies Heart Hustle and Higher Standards in service to the public.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership- Lead the development and implementation of a long-term vision for Precinct 4 parks ensuring alignment with precinct-wide goals community priorities and environmental sustainability.
- Participate in the planning design and execution of major capital improvement projects park enhancements and infrastructure upgrades.
- Develop and implement policies programs and initiatives that promote equitable access community engagement and environmental stewardship.
- Build and sustain strategic partnerships with municipalities HOAs MUDs community organizations nonprofits and other agencies to expand impact and resources.
- Serve as the precincts liaison to external partners including U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on all park-related matters.
- Champion the precincts core values and represent the parks department at public meetings community events and with elected officials and stakeholders.
- Provide executive oversight for all daily park operations maintenance programming security and asset management.
- Ensure that parks and facilities are safe well-maintained and meet or exceed regulatory safety and service standards.
- Collaborate with internal divisionsincluding General Services Operations and Complianceto ensure seamless service delivery.
- Direct emergency preparedness and response for parks before during and after disasters; lead after-action reporting and implementation of emergency action plans.
- Monitor and analyze performance metrics to assess operational effectiveness identify efficiencies and drive continuous improvement.
- Actively manage and prioritize projects through effective coordination with the Operations Project Manager and other internal partners.
- Develop manage and monitor the departments operating and capital budgets.
- Oversee the administration of contracts MOUs agreements and vendor partnerships to ensure compliance and fiscal responsibility.
- Prepare reports presentations and recommendations for senior leadership and Commissioners Court.
- Develop maintain and update departmental job descriptions policies and procedures.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal state and local laws codes and regulations.
- Build mentor and lead a diverse team of professionals committed to high-quality service and operational excellence.
- Establish staffing plans and schedules that support departmental priorities and optimize resources.
- Foster a workplace culture that values accountability innovation safety and collaboration.
- Invest in professional development and training for staff to strengthen skills and grow departmental capacity.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Requirements
Education:
Bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university
Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years of leadership and personnel management experience including at least two (2) years overseeing facilities infrastructure or program planning design or maintenance.
Demonstrated success in managing budgets personnel and complex projects.
Additional Requirements:
Must possess a valid Texas drivers license and maintain a good driving record.
- An updated cover letter résumé and writing sample are required for all applicants.
- Strong written communication skills are essential. Applicants must submit a writing sample that demonstrates their ability to convey information clearly and professionally. Preferred formatsinclude a memo standard operating procedure (SOP) project summary manual orsimilar document that reflects the applicants ability to communicate technical or operational information effectively.
- Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities with a proven track record of operational excellence.
- Comprehensive knowledge of park planning design operations maintenance programming and environmental best practices.
- Familiarity with applicable federal state county and city laws codes and regulations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences including staff the public community partners and elected officials.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-informed decisions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Teams) and relevant management software.
NOTE: Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supportingdocumentation butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Education:
- Masters degree in Parks and Recreation Management Public Administration Environmental Science or a related fieldof studyfrom an accredited college or university (preferred)
- Experience with grant writing and administration.(preferred)
- Previous experience managing large-scale park systems and capital improvement programs.(preferred)
- Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) designation from National Recreation and Park Association.(preferred)
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) certification.(preferred)
- Affiliations with local state and/or national organizations that promote and share the state of the industry information and best practices supporting parks.(preferred)
General Information
Position Type Salary and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Location:
P4 Headquarters located at 3131 Eastside St Houston TX 77098
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This position requires a significant amount of time outdoors and exposure to a variety of environmental and extreme weather conditions. This position also requires traveling to parks located throughout the precinct and at long distances. The ability to work outdoors during all seasons and to drive safely is essential. The ability to operate standard office equipment and software platforms is required.
- Essential functions involve significant physical demands related to repeated lifting of up to 50 pounds unassisted 100 pounds with assistance rarely; carrying tools materials and equipment over rough terrain; climbing reaching and bending. Frequently to walk sit talk drive hear bend stoop twist and balance.
What You Will Get in Return:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring heart hustle and higher standards to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative dynamic and forward-looking.
Featured Benefits:
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 full-time 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.
HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER you need special services or accommodations please call or email
Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Key Skills
- Crisis Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Fundraising
- Media Relations
- Constant Contact
- Strategic Planning
- Social Media Management
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
