Parks Assistant Director

Williamson County; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamson County seeks a senior operations leader to report to the Senior Director of Parks and Venues, providing direction and guidance across the Parks Department. In the absence of the Senior Director, this role assumes responsibilities to keep operations moving and maintain service standards.

The position oversees programs, budgeting, training, and capital projects, directs staff, and participates in strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Five years of increasing responsibility in park administration and operations.
• CPRP certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and guidance to divisions of the Parks Department.
• Assume Senior Director duties in their absence and support strategic planning.
• Oversee volunteer programs, conservation activities, and community engagement.
• Participate in budget development and capital improvement projects.
• Develop and communicate visions and goals to leadership and the public.
• Ensure compliance with rules, regulations, and department policies.

Skills

Leadership

Personnel Management

Budgeting

Strategic Planning

Public Speaking

Education

CPRP (Certified Parks and Recreation Professional)

Job description

Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Parks and Venues, responsible for providing direction, guidance, and assistance to the various divisions of the Williamson County Parks Department. Assumes responsibilities of the Senior Director of Parks and Venues in their absence.

• Performs personnel management including hiring, termination, suspension, employee recognition, and disciplinary action
• Assists the Senior Director of Parks and Venues in research and planning of programs related to the improvement of operations and procedures of the Parks Department
• Develops short range and long-term plans to meet and facilitate the department’s vision and effectively communicates the vision, plans, and goals to division leaders and the public

• Oversees and directs various programs including the departments volunteer program, conservation activities and other community engagement programs

• Participates in the County’s strategic planning process and provides recommendations on Parks Department related objectives and strategies

• Provides and creates necessary trainings to park staff on a variety of topics procedures, processes and changes including implementing and educating the public on updated parks rules and regulations
• Collaborates with the Senior Director of Parks and Venues on capital improvement projects and serves as a project manager on various projects as needed
• Assists in annual budget process by collaborating with department leadership on equipment needs, park maintenance and other departmental cost for budget development
• Performs a variety of inventory control and asset management measures to help ensure department resources are properly cared for and managed

• Responds to and resolves various complex issues related to complaints, compliance, regulation, and policy within various department divisions
• Prepares and presents presentations to Commissioners Court and other groups or individuals regarding bond projects, contract review, construction projects and other various complex topics related to the Parks department
• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, training sessions, and reviews publications to remain current on principles, practices, and new developments

• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Senior Director of Parks and Venues
• Direct Reports – Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting, and operating equipment
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• Essential personnel for emergency situations; discretion of department director
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid Texas driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) years of increasing responsibility in park administration and operations
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP)

EMPLOYMENT TESTING

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: No
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.