Parks and Recreation Administrator (Planning and Development | City of Tucson Parks and Recreation

Tucson, Arizona, The City of Tucson Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a Parks & Recreation Administrator that will focus on the Capital Projects Division of the department.   This position will have a diverse assignment of duties that will require certain skill sets and abilities including project management, budgeting, strong and effective communication with all levels of staffing and external stakeholders, solution-oriented focused problem solving, and a desire to be innovative. It is expected this position will have to manage specially funded capital projects when project manager capacity does not allow for them to be assigned. This is a unique position as it will also manage capital improvement programs which include the asset inventory assessment scorecard and planning for the development of future park master plans. This requires bridging the gap between capital and park maintenance areas of responsibilities. General Description The Parks & Recreation Administrator administers and manages the activities and personnel of a Parks and Recreation Division.  Develops and implements Parks and Recreation programs and manages Parks and Recreation facilities. Essential Functions Organizes and directs daily operations of a division by performing administrative duties, overseeing programs, projects, and manager-level personnel (two or more fulltime employees). Formulates and implements division strategic plans and work activities to coordinate and synchronize with department directions and goals. Implements and evaluates department policies, projects and programs. Oversees the planning, implementation, direction and management of all functions and resources of the division to achieve the strategic objectives of the department and the City in an efficient and effective manner. Assists with implementing the department vision through division activities and leads the division for maximum employee productivity and morale through hiring, disciplining, evaluating employee performance, investigating and resolving grievances and other human resources actions. Develops and administers the division budget with staff assistance. Analyzes organizational and community needs, analyzes trends, reviews statistics and opportunities, and communicate information to department leadership of impending developments, and accomplishment of actions. Develops strategic partnerships and contacts with community representatives, external agencies, and other organizations to develop a sense of relevant issues facing our community and to respond as a representative of the City. Champions the values of the organization through example and accountability. Ensures that division operations conform with local, state and federal governmental regulations, other applicable rules and requirements. Facilitates solutions to problems facing the department. Maintains professional knowledge through such means as attending seminars, reviewing professional publications and participating in professional organizations. Oversees land and facility use agreements.  Reviews program elements. Conducts inspections of facilities by reviewing facilities and equipment. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education Level & Type: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Experience Qualifications: At least 5 years of supervisory management experience in developing and managing parks and recreation programs and facilities projects and budgets Valid and Unrestricted Class D - Driver's License