Regional Operations Manager, Parks and Recreation

Assists in directing recreational and maintenance activities in one of five operational regions of the Department of Parks and Recreation.  Positions allocable to this class report to an Assistant Director, Parks and Recreation in charge of an operational region and are responsible for assisting in the overall direction of park operations, including grounds maintenance, recreation operations, golf course management, and coordination of construction and planning. Positions in this class require incumbents to exercise a thorough knowledge of departmental objectives, policies and operations sufficient to assist in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating the work of a region of the Parks and Recreation Department. 

Some essential duties include:

• Assists in the direction of the recreation, maintenance, and security programs of an operational region of the department.
• Assists the Assistant Director, Parks and Recreation in the development and implementation of public service, financial and administrative objectives and policies.
• Assists in preparation and control of a regional budget, assigns regional staff and resources, monitors private contractors, and prepares reports.
• Coordinates regional activities with other organizational units of the department, other County departments, and public and governmental agencies to ensure that program requirements are fulfilled.
• Maintains effective relations with other public agencies, organizations and the public; promotes interest and participation in parks and recreation programs.
• Represents the department at meetings with community groups and individuals to discuss matters related to park and facility maintenance, and the improvement of parks and recreation services and programs.