Parks Development & Facilities Lead

Roanoke County, VA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Roanoke County Park Development Manager oversees park development, rehabilitation, and facility repairs to keep parks safe and well-maintained. This role supervises Parks Maintenance, Facility, and Sign Technicians and coordinates with staff, contractors, and vendors on projects and capital maintenance.

Responsibilities include planning, documentation, cost estimates, schedules, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in parks operations.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Fertilizer Applicator certification or ability to obtain within six months.
• Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certificate from Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Service.
• Strong supervisory and project coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate park development, rehabilitation, facility repair, signage, and maintenance projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, contracts, bid documents, schedules, and project records.
• Supervise Parks Maintenance, Facility, and Sign Technicians.
• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and other County departments.
• Respond to public inquiries and support events and initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Project coordination

Budgeting

Public sector knowledge

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Tools

Contract management

Cost estimation

Documentation

Job description

The Roanoke County Park Development Manager oversees park development, rehabilitation, and facility repairs to keep parks safe and well-maintained. This role supervises Parks Maintenance, Facility, and Sign Technicians and coordinates with staff, contractors, and vendors on projects and capital maintenance.

Responsibilities include planning, documentation, cost estimates, schedules, and ensuring compliance with standards.