NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Executive Director - Parks
Colorado Springs, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$145K/yr - $218K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Executive Director for the Parks Department of El Paso County, responsible for the management and leadership of various divisions including Park Operations and Recreation Services. The role involves strategic oversight, fostering relationships with community groups, and guiding departmental staff to ensure effective service delivery.
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Responsibilities
Participates as an integral member of the County’s Executive Team to develop and guide the County’s vision and strategic goals. Exhibits and promotes the County’s Core Values: service focused, collaborative, accountable, trustworthy, and transparent. Establishes goals and objectives to meet the needs of the Parks Department while maintaining consistency with the mission of the organization
Directs Departmental activities and provides fiscal and strategic oversight and planning
Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends and implements service and staffing changes to ensure the delivery of excellent and efficient service
Cultivates, fosters, and maintains positive working relationships with Elected Officials, Executive staff, and community/business groups to gain cooperation and support to further organizational and/or operational interests and objectives
Empowers senior departmental staff by providing leadership, inspiration, motivation, professionalism, and guidance to staff; resolves issues and conflicts. Directs division managers in the preparation of reports, recommendations, and presentations
Provides management and guidance to staff, including training, performance evaluation, professional development, discipline, and dismissal, subject to applicable County personnel policies and procedures
Advises and cooperates with County officials and community organizations regarding all Parks divisions
Provides recommendations and presents issues to the Board of County Commissioners concerning Park Operations, Park Planning, Recreation and Cultural Services, and CSU Extension Divisions
Serves as the County's representative on various community-based organizations, boards, councils, and committees
Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and maintains liaison relationships with Elected Officials, managers, and State and Local agencies
Promotes teamwork, accountability, and productivity
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Extensive knowledge of resource planning, state and federal grant funding, and principles and practices of budget preparation and administration required
Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and other requirements governing public jurisdictions
Demonstrated skills in capital project management
Proven skills in fundraising and grant procurement and management
Skilled in cultural change management principles
Ability to direct, organize, and coordinate the activities of others
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with Elected Officials, County Executive staff, community agencies, and the public
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Bachelor's degree in public administration, non-profit administration, or related field
Four years of related professional experience may substitute for the required degree
Five years of demonstrated managerial and administrative leadership experience
Five years of community and/or natural resources/services or related experience
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen
Preferred
Master's degree in public administration, non-profit administration, or related field
Ten years of demonstrated managerial and administrative leadership experience
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Paid vacation, sick, and personal leave
11 paid holidays
Onsite health centers
Onsite fitness centers
Reach Your Peak wellness program
Short and long term disability
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts to include dependent care
Employee assistance program
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan
Deferred compensation (457b)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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