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Oakland County, Michigan Government · 16 hours ago

Manager of Parks Strategic Planning & Performance

Waterford, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Oakland County is a leading public service organization in Michigan, dedicated to strengthening communities and improving quality of life. The Manager of Parks Strategic Planning & Performance will lead the vision and strategy for the county's parks, overseeing planning, budgeting, and performance initiatives to enhance public spaces and recreation experiences.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Oversee the strategic planning, budgeting, and performance management functions of the Parks & Recreation system

Collaborate with local governments, community partners, and County departments to align park development with community needs

Lead master planning efforts, manage capital and operational budgets, and identify alternative funding opportunities

Represent the Parks Division at Commission and Board meetings, presenting recommendations and updates on performance outcomes

Qualification

Strategic PlanningBudget ManagementPerformance ManagementPublic AdministrationPark ManagementMaster PlanningSustainabilityCollaboration

Required

Possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in Recreation and Park Administration, Park and Recreation Management, Park and Recreation Resources, Planning, Urban Planning, Conservation Planning, Sustainability, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field

Have had at least five (5) years of full-time work experience as supervisor of a major park or recreation facility or department

Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license. Out of Country driver's license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver's license before hire date

Pass the complete examination including the employment medical, established for this classification

Successfully complete the six month probationary period