Program Manager

Orange County Government; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid holidays

18 days paid time off per year

Longevity bonus

Low-cost medical, dental, vision

Florida Retirement System

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Orange County Government is seeking a Program Manager to supervise and administer major programs across a division in Orlando, FL. The role leads teams, delivers services, and achieves program outcomes through community engagement, outreach, and policy implementation.

Independent work style with sound judgement under supervision will be required. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and 2 years in program management or related areas; NRPA membership and strong Excel/Office skills are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two years of experience in program management, project coordination, public administration, or related fields.
• In lieu of the degree, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and administer major programs or projects across a division.
• Lead teams, oversee service delivery, and ensure achievement of program outcomes.
• Engage with the public through community outreach and policy implementation.
• Present to governing boards, staff, and the public with limited supervision.
• Coordinate budgeting, procurement, and resource management.
• Maintain integrity of cultural and environmental resources and public parks.

Skills

Program management

Public administration

Community outreach

Project coordination

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Document management systems

myOCTIME time and labor

revenue and registration systems

performance dashboards

Job description

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description

General Functions

This position is responsible for supervising and administering one or more major programs or projects across a division. The Program Manager leads teams, oversees service delivery, and ensures the successful execution of program goals through community engagement, outreach, and policy implementation. Work is performed with a considerable degree of independence and the exercise of sound judgment under the general supervision of a department manager or designated supervisor. Performance is evaluated through completed projects, team effectiveness, and achievement of program outcomes.

Representative Duties/Assignments

• Utilizes Document Management for revenue collection and processing, scholarships and trust, proprietary systems for revenue and registration transactions, myOCTIME time and labor, contracted instructor and concessionaire agreement audits, leading training presentations, and performance management system/benchmarking dashboards.
• General operational knowledge of trails, turf fields, league relations, private/public partnerships, gymnasium recreation centers, organized labor, landscape maintenance and installation contracts, performance development and oversight through onsite work, audits, instruction, and resource accountability.
• Present to governing boards, staff and general public. The position operates with limited direct supervision and great independence in pursuit of County and Division service objectives. Determines goals and objectives for parks and is responsible for planning and programming, public relations, administration, resources management, visitor protection, interpretation, visitor services, and maintenance, rehabilitation, development, and construction.
• Provides coordination and planning input for natural and cultural resources and meets public needs and adverse external impacts.
• Ensures application of good management practices to develop and maintain employee morale, productivity, career development, and achieve an optimum balance between operating costs and program effectiveness through regular performance monitoring, data collection, and reporting.
• Maintains and perpetuates the integrity of the cultural and environmental resources; provides for the enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of the parks by the public; and controls public use that could impact park resources and their enjoyment.
• Maintains responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of physical facilities involving construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, trails, structures, buildings, utilities, and other features.
• Provides support to line management, including budget preparation and fiscal records, personnel management, recruitment, staffing, procurement, and property management, technical training and procedural assistance, vehicle and equipment use, and disposal and acquisition of excess property.
• Monitors and prepares draft responses and background data to public and administrative office inquiries on controversial issues or public complaints regarding programs, operations, or employee conduct.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two (2) years of experience in program management, project coordination, public administration, community outreach or other closely related experience. In lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferences

Active membership in NRPA and state park and recreation professional association.

Technical competency with a variety of computing applications including Excel, Word, and other productivity applications conducive to public presentations and community leadership.

Experienced recreation program leadership, sport field management, environmental stewardship, and multimillion- dollar fiscal management.

Five years supervisory experience of more than six subordinates and multiple properties.

Experience operating aquatic, athletic, and childcare facilities, and programs

Application Deadline

Open Date: 09/23/2026

Close Date: 10/02/2026

This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information

Pay Grade: 019 - From $33.73 to $43.86

FLSA Status: Exempt

Placement based on Education and Experience

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer: Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements.

Veterans Preference

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Address

4801 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808

Notes

Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.