Parks and Facilities Director
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Parks and Facilities Director - Job PostingThe CommunityThe City of Pleasant Hill, MO is situated in northern Cass County and southeastern Jackson County at the intersection of three state highways. The City occupies 8.01 square miles and is located 30 miles southeast of Downtown Kansas City. Pleasant Hill is also on the main line of the Union Pacific Railroad where it intersects with the Missouri North Arkansas line.Pleasant Hill's 19th century origin as an agricultural and railroad community, its quintessential hometown character, and proximity to the rich cultural and entertainment amenities of a thriving urban center combine to give it a desirable livable lifestyle. We have the vibe of a small town, close knit, volunteeristic community in an exurban setting. Our history has given our community buildings great character. In fact, the City's downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Districts and the City maintains a local historic district.The Parks system enhances our quality of life through programming and outdoor recreation opportunities. The department's 350 acres of park land include sporting fields, a swimming pool, City Lake, and multi-use trails. The parks and green spaces are spread throughout the community and provide ample green space for health and fitness activities, leisure pastimes, and community events. The westernmost trailhead for the Rock Island Trail is located at the Cass County Fairgrounds in Pleasant Hill. The City is encouraged by continued residential development. Being close to a metropolitan region, residential development typically precedes other development. While infill development continues to occur, future growth of the City will require new subdivisions and extensions of City services and roadways. Our residents are proud of their education system - the home of the Roosters and the Chicks . The Pleasant Hill R-3 School District offers instruction for approximately 2,250 students at five campuses and operates a central office for administrative services. The district's quality programs and small class sizes have earned it an accredited rating by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.Governance and OrganizationThe City of Pleasant Hill operates under a Special Charter, approved by the Missouri Legislature in 1859. The City is served by a Mayor and four Council members who serve two-year overlapping terms. The Mayor presides over the City Council meetings and only votes in the event of a tie. As the City's legislative body, the City Council sets policy, passes ordinances, adopts resolutions, and makes appointments to advisory boards and commissions. The City Administrator is appointed by and reports directly to the Mayor and City Council. The City Administrator is responsible for directing the City's day-to-day operations and carrying out the policies set forth by the Council. The City has approximately 46 full-time employees. The City oversees parks and facilities, streets and transportation, water distribution, sewer collection, municipal court, animal control, and police service in addition to general administration. The City operates an $11 million budget.The PositionThe Parks and Facilities Director is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the Parks and Facilities Department. The core functions of the Department are: Contract Administration Budget Oversight Aquatics Facility Operations Capital Projects City Facility Master Plan Park and Field MaintenanceThe Department includes but is not limited to; Recreation Coordinator and seasonal workers who help implement the City's recreation programming, a Maintenance Supervisor, a Facilities Maintenance Specialist, a maintenance worker, and several seasonal employees who are responsible for the maintenance of all our city facilities, fields, and parks. This position serves as the staff liaison to the Park Board and assists in implementing their goals and priorities. The Director will also have several opportunities for high-level projects that impact the community and organization as a whole, including: Co-Facilitator with Assistant City Administrator on an $11.5 million park system improvement and renovation project approved by the voters of Pleasant Hill in April 2024 Expected completion of May 2025 Implement and monitor a city-wide asset management program Continued Implementation of the findings and recommendations from the Facility Condition Assessment that was prepared for the city in 2020 Facilitate a dam mitigation project for the City LakePlease see below for the full job description. Thank you for your interest in this position and we look forward to your application. First review of applications will be on September 13, 2024 with interviews scheduled on September 18 and September 19, 2024 potential candidates are identified through the first review. If not, the position will remain open until filled. Parks and Facilities Director - Job DescriptionDepartment: Parks, Recreation, and FacilitiesFLSA Status: ExemptPay Grade: 30Supervisor: Assistant City Administrator Summary of Responsibilities: Responsible for the overall administration of the Parks, Recreation, and Facilities department; including, planning, organizing, supervising, and evaluating programs and operations. Examples of Duties: Oversee the management of the City's recreation programs, parks, and facilities. Prepare and monitor the annual department budget, and make recommendations regarding fees and other revenue enhancements. Supervise department personnel including hiring, training, evaluation, and discipline. Work collaboratively with citizen advisory groups and other agencies/organizations to deliver high-quality community services. Prepare reports and studies related to capital improvements, facility maintenance, and other long-term plans. Assist in the planning, marketing, and organizing of community events. Serve as the City's grant administrator by proactively searching for grant opportunities and writing grant proposals Respond to and resolve difficult citizen inquiries and complaints. Work closely with city administration to assist in implementing the goals and priorities of the City Council, Park Board, and the community. Perform all other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: The selected candidate should possess a bachelor's degree or equivalent and have five (5) or more years of progressively responsible professional experience. A combination of education and experience can be considered. Residency is preferred, but not required. A response time of 20 minutes or less will be highly favored. Ability to protect the confidentiality of sensitive information. Extensive knowledge of the operations and maintenance of parks, grounds, and public facilities as well as project management. Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of community services and assist in setting goals and priorities for program delivery. Ability to make decisions at the department head level; comprehend major policy, operational, and personnel issues and draw valid conclusions to provide sound recommendations. Preference will be given to a candidate who possesses strong leadership skills in the area of project and employee management. Benefits: This is a full time, exempt position; pay range is $82,840 - $88,000, depending on experience. This salary amount is reflective of salary plus car allowance. The City offers health, dental, and vision insurance, LAGERS pension, employer-paid short-term disability/life insurance, and paid time off.