NATURAL RESOURCES COORDINATIOR

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The City of Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation is seeking a Natural Resources Coordinator to lead Natural Resources Management, Urban Forestry, and Horticulture teams. You will oversee budgeting, contracts, and policy development to support municipal landscapes and environmental programs.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and several years of experience, with a willingness to work during emergencies. DMV transcript is required; a Master’s degree is a plus.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in Ecology or related field and six years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling ten years.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Alpha I designation and willingness to work beyond regular hours during emergencies may be required.
• Other requirements listed by the City include DMV Transcript and background checks.

Responsabilidades

• Manage and direct the City's Natural Resources Management, Urban Forestry, and Horticulture teams, including strategic planning and budget oversight.
• Oversee approximately 24 staff and coordinate operations across municipal natural areas and waterway access sites.
• Provide contract administration for environmental consulting, landscape projects, and maintenance programs.
• Lead urban forestry and horticultural initiatives in support of Council goals and city services.
• Develop divisional policies, budget planning, requisitions, and procurement activities.
• Respond to inquiries from City leadership and citizens regarding landscape programs.

Conocimientos

Budget management

Leadership

Environmental compliance

Contract administration

Communication skills

GIS knowledge

Emergency preparedness

Team supervision

Public partnerships

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Botany, Natural Resources Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, or related field

Master’s degree in Ecology or related field

Herramientas

Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Microsoft Office

Contract management software

Budgeting tools

Descripción del empleo

Work with the best – work for Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Join our team and contribute to our 60+ year track record of providinglegendary experiences! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and protecting our environment. We ensure all residents – regardless of their physical, social, and economic circumstances – can access our programs. By providing enriching and memorable lifelong experiences, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by improving the physical and mental well-being of our residents.

Duties:

NATURAL RESOURCES COORDINATIOR duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage and direct the City's Natural Resources Management, Urban Forestry, and Horticulture teams. Oversee strategic planning, program administration, personnel supervision, budget management, environmental compliance, emergency preparedness, and community partnerships.
• Supervise approximately 24 members in the Natural Resources bureau, a team that includes personnel who provide operational support and maintenance of Virginia Beach’s natural areas and waterway access sites.
• Provide contract administration and oversight, coordinating the preparation and management of written contracts for environmental consulting, landscape construction, landscape maintenance, various management plan updates, urban forestry and invasives control.
• Lead teams in providing urban forest management and horticultural expertise in support of departmental and Council goals and support other City agencies and departmental supervisory and technical personnel that provide landscape management and horticultural services for municipal properties.
• Review personnel applications, interview and select applicants for employment. Address disciplinary issues as needed and assists subordinate supervisors with complex disciplinary issues.
• Assist in developing divisional policies and procedures and consistently enforce policies and procedures to ensure a safe, productive work environment.
• Assist in development of the division's budget by preparing annual operating budgets for multiple budget units and coordinating many of the division’s budgeting activities.
• Prepare written requisitions and specifications for equipment, materials, and supplies as necessary.
• Responsibly spend funds and monitor operating budget through frequent review of expenditures. Verify financial transactions including bimonthly payrolls and payment to vendors and other city agencies.
• Administer the Integrated Pest Management Plan with respect to maintenance of the Oceanfront Resort, municipal buildings, schools, municipal parks (including athletic fields), and rights-of-way, both internally and with other agencies.
• Respond orally and in writing to address inquiries from City Council, the City Manager or his staff, other City staff, or citizens to answer questions or resolve complaints relative to landscape maintenance programs or operations.

Preferences

In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for this position will have experience listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application.

• Master’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Botany, Natural Resources Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, or related field
• One or more related certifications, such as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), ISA Certified Arborist, Nutrient Management Planner, Certified Fertilizer Applicator, Certified Natural Resources Professional
• Natural resources management experience
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Operating budget and financial monitoring experience
• Experience working with volunteers and non-profit partners
• Experience supervising multiple teams
• Contract administration and procurement experience
• Computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office
• Experience utilizing Geographic Information Systems

Alpha I

The position you are applying for is designated as Alpha I, requiring the selected candidate to work, regardless of the City’s operational status. All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Biology, Botany, Natural Resources Management, Forestry, Horticulture, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, or related field and six (6) years of experience utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with this position OR an equivalent combination of education (above high school) and experience equivalent to ten (10) years in fields utilizing the knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with this position.

Additional requirements:

• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: No
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: No
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: No
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

The City of Virginia Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.