What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation and Parks Project Manager position at Center for Digital Governmtent?
Position Description
Anne Arundel County Government is looking to fill a Full-Time, Permanent, Recreation and Parks Project Manager position in the Department of Recreation and Parks.
This is responsible professional work in public project management and development.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Under general supervision, facilitates, coordinates, and expedites the development, design, review, approval, and construction of the Department of Recreation and Parks' capital projects. Work includes acting as a supervisor on assigned projects and coordinating the work of contractors and consultants.
Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.)
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree
EXPERIENCE: Four (4) or more years of experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.
NOTE: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to an additional four (4) years of experience for a total of eight (8) years of work experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.
NOTE: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.
For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following:
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
Did you graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree?
If you answered yes to the question above, please list your major coursework and degree earned. If you answered "No," please write N/A
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Do you possess four (4) or more years of experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field?
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your experience, including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No," please write N/A
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Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to an additional four (4) years of experience for a total of eight (8) years of work experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license. Does this apply to you?
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please detail your combination of education and/or work experience, including position title, length of time in position, and any education you possess. Work experience MUST appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please type N/A
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Do you possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license?
Please indicate below the applications/software in which you are proficient.
Do you possess experience in project management including all aspects of construction, preferred recreation, and parks projects?
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your experience, including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No," please write N/A
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Did a current County employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, Department, and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an employee, indicate N/A.
Anne Arundel County Government is looking to fill a Full-Time, Permanent, Recreation and Parks Project Manager position in the Department of Recreation and Parks.
This is responsible professional work in public project management and development.
NATURE AND VARIETY OF WORK
Under general supervision, facilitates, coordinates, and expedites the development, design, review, approval, and construction of the Department of Recreation and Parks' capital projects. Work includes acting as a supervisor on assigned projects and coordinating the work of contractors and consultants.
Examples Of Duties And Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this class specification are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all of the essential functions of all positions in the class.)
- Facilitates, coordinates, and expedites the development, design, review, approval, and construction of capital improvement projects such as parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, recreation centers, and nature centers.
- Reviews and prepares concept plans, design plans, construction plans, and various other plans, drawings, and proposals to ensure compliance with departmental standards and objectives.
- Prepares comments and assessments regarding plans and project proposals.
- Confers with agency staff, engineers, and consultants to research and resolve project design issues.
- Recommends changes to plans and projects. Facilitates the approval of plans. Prepares, reviews, and expedites contracts and related documents. Verifies invoices and authorizes payments to contractors and consultants.
- Serves as the department’s liaison with consultant engineers, architects, community groups, contractors, and others. Represents the department at meetings with County agencies, outside agencies, consultants, and contractors. Conducts and attends public meetings.
- Manages project schedules and resolves delays and disputes. Coordinates, oversees, and reviews the work of construction contractors. Performs field inspections of sites.
- Resolves issues that arise during construction. Recommends project budgets. Assists in overseeing budgets and resolving budgetary issues.
- Prepares documents and reports. Keeps agency management informed of projects’ status.
- Researches and compiles data to assist in the preparation of the agency’s capital budget.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation and parks planning, design, and construction, facilities management, engineering, landscape architecture, and development and construction management.
- Knowledge of modern office practices and the principles and practices of project management.
- Ability to facilitate, coordinate, and expedite the design, review, approval, and construction of recreation and parks capital projects.
- Ability to read, review, and comment upon plans, drawings, and proposals.
- Ability to prepare and review contract documents. Ability to represent the department in meetings.
- Ability to manage project schedules and budgets. Ability to review the work of construction contractors and ensure projects’ compliance with departmental standards and objectives.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, consultants, contractors, and the public.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, employees, and the public.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to deal tactfully, effectively, and equitably with people.
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree
EXPERIENCE: Four (4) or more years of experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.
NOTE: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to an additional four (4) years of experience for a total of eight (8) years of work experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license.
NOTE: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States.
For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement.
Supplemental Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following:
- Experience in Microsoft WORD, EXCEL, and Google Suite.
- Experience in project management, including all aspects of construction, preferred recreation, and parks projects.
- Medical/Health Insurance Plans
- Open Access Aetna Select HMO-EPO
- Aetna Open Choice PPO
- Dental Insurance
- CIGNA Dental PPO (Buy-Up)
- CIGNA Dental PPO (CORE)
- CIGNA Dental HMO (DHMO)
- Vision Insurance
- EyeMed
- Employee Life Insurance
- Term insurance of up to 2 times salary ($100,000 maximum) for employees at no cost.
- Ability to purchase Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance
- Disability Income Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Normal retirement after 30 years of service or Age 60 and 10 years of service or election to enroll in the Employees Retirement Savings Plan.
- Deferred Compensation Section 457 Plan
- Direct Deposit
- Credit Union
- Holidays
- Twelve days provided per year, thirteen in general election year
- Annual Leave
- Less than 3 years - 13 days
- 3 to less than 15 years - 20 days
- 15 years or more - 26 days
- Disability Leave
- Accrual at a rate of 15 days a year
- Personal Leave Day, 5 per calendar year
- Leave Sharing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free, confidential counseling for employee and family members 4X per year per problem per family member; also counseling on legal and financial issues; assistance in locating childcare and elder care
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Dependent Care Reimbursement
- Health Care Reimbursement
- Voluntary Benefits
- Provides you an opportunity to enroll in any or all of the benefits listed below with the convenience of payroll deduction
- Universal Life Insurance with Long Term Care Rider
- United Legal Benefits
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to accurately and completely respond to each question by providing the information asked in each question. Your responses will be used to initially determine your qualifications and eligibility for this position. DO NOT INDICATE "SEE RESUME" OR CUT AND PASTE YOUR RESUME IN RESPONSE TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS. This response and a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. THIS MEANS YOU MAY BE INELIGIBLE FOR FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THIS RECRUITMENT PROCESS. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
Did you graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree?
- Yes
- No
If you answered yes to the question above, please list your major coursework and degree earned. If you answered "No," please write N/A
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- Note: Accredited University or College is the recognition from an accrediting agency that an institution maintains a certain level of educational standards. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a database of accrediting agencies it recognizes for schools within the United States. For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide documentation of accreditation and educational equivalency, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Have you attached the appropriate documentation to verify your education?
- Yes
- No
- N/A
Do you possess four (4) or more years of experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your experience, including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No," please write N/A
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Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis with up to an additional four (4) years of experience for a total of eight (8) years of work experience in Recreation and Parks planning or facilities management, engineering, development management, landscape architecture, construction management, or a closely related field and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator’s license. Does this apply to you?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "yes" to the question above, please detail your combination of education and/or work experience, including position title, length of time in position, and any education you possess. Work experience MUST appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No" please type N/A
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Do you possess a valid motor vehicle driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Please indicate below the applications/software in which you are proficient.
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Gmail
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- None of the above
Do you possess experience in project management including all aspects of construction, preferred recreation, and parks projects?
- Yes
- No
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, please explain your experience, including position title, length of time in position, and major duties. This experience MUST also appear in the work history section of your application. If you answered "No," please write N/A
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Did a current County employee refer you? If yes, indicate their name, Department, and badge/id number. If you weren't referred by an employee, indicate N/A.
- Required Question
Salary : $100,000
