Hiring Range: $90,349 - $99,384 annually.

　　Work Schedule: Generally, 40 or more hours per week; typical schedule isMonday Friday 7am 4pm, position may involve nights, weekends andholidays as business needs require.

　　NATURE OF WORKAs a member of the Parks, Recreation & Culture Division, individuals inthis position are responsible for providing leadership and managing allservices associated with providing comprehensive planning, development,maintenance and operations of parks, cemeteries and forestry that meetcommunity desires and needs for parks.Individuals in the position are required to perform work in a mannerconsistent with and exemplary of the town s PRIDE values and philosophiesand the town s Equal Opportunity Employment policy.

　　SUPERVISION EXERCISEDIndividuals in this role directly supervise the Parks and Forestry Divisionemployees, including full-time supervisors, technicians, part-time andseasonal employees.

　　SUPERVISION RECEIVEDIndividuals work under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director ofParks, Recreation and Culture to carry out assigned duties, functions,roles and projects in both routine and complex circumstances.

　　Essential Job FunctionsESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSThe individual in the Parks Operations Manager role is assigned specificassignments, job duties, scope, authority, responsibility, roles andrequirements as determined by the town, department, division, andpursuant to laws, regulation and practices. Individuals in this positionmust be able to successfully perform, be responsible for and/or assist inthe fulfillment of many job functions and duties with or without reasonable acc

　　The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primaryfunctions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive:

　　Develops strategic plan for phasing and implementation of Parks Master Plan incoordination with Parks, Recreation & Culture Deputy Director.Represents the Parks division through substantial contact with electedofficials, representatives of the Park & Recreation Advisory Committee,park users, community and planning groups, representatives of local,state, and federal agencies, and the public.Supervises employees, which includes interviewing and selection,assignment, review of work, performance evaluations, mentoring, anddisciplinary actions.Performs work independently within broad guidelines and format to accomplishgoals and achieve desired results, allowing for significant latitude andindividual judgment.Oversees the capital and maintenance funding and expenditures for theprovisions of the park properties and amenities.Coordinates the preparation, submittal, justification and control of ParksDivision annual operating budget and proposed capital improvement projects.Understands and adjusts to changes in priorities, directions,operations, industry trends, and town needs.Engages in joint and independent problem solving in an open and explorativemanner, ensuring a variety of options are explored, researched, accessedand communicated. Determines the most appropriate solution to problems afterfully vetting options and hearing from others.Responds to inquiries and resolves issues regarding park facilities andmaintenance in a timely manner.Responds to emergencies effectively and efficiently; follows up withappropriate personnel.Listens to internal and external customer priorities, anticipates needs,and offers suggestions.Functions as a liaison for the Parks division with other agencies anddepartments.Supports a service culture of two-way dialogue and ensures all internalclients, as well as division employees, receive timely and relevantinformation.Manages conflicting demands and priorities within the department and amongstaff.Explains, interprets, and recommends revisions of adopted and proposedtown ordinances, master plans, and the comprehensive and long-range financial plans.Researches, develops, and leads formal and informal presentations to avariety of audiences.Prepares professional reports, proposals and project plans.Maintains an inventory of all parks; communicates updates and changes toparks to Risk Manager on a regular basis.Collaborates with different departments for town-wide events.Plans, manages and directs parks operations to provide customers with thebest service possible.Recommends major purchases and expenditures keeping within budgetaryguidelines.Creates an inclusive environment by acknowledging the differences,perspectives and ideas of others.Prepares timely performance evaluations that clearly define expectations.Identifies and acts on employee performance and/or morale issues.Establishes goals, plans, and objectives for the division and ensures thatemployees receive proper training.Mentors staff and identifies training opportunities to maximize performance.Monitors training outcomes based on established training standards andrequirements.Manages and administers projects and functions that involve complex problemswhere there may be little or no established precedentOTHER DUTIESDepending on organizational need, additional duties may include the following:The Parks Operations Manager position participates in the Shared Fleet Vehicle