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Parks and Recreation

Non-Exempt

Under general direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, the Operations Project Manager performs a variety of duties associated with providing project support to the Parks and Recreation Department. Duties include but are not limited to assisting with the construction, management and maintenance of the Department’s physical resources and City facilities; assisting the Parks and Recreation Director with the establishment of priorities, policies, and procedures to ensure an acceptable level of maintenance and repair; assisting with oversight of the Department’s capital improvement projects; assisting with design for facilities; and assisting with recommendation of consulting firms.

• Assists with development of bid specifications, proposal review and evaluation, and the award process for capital projects and park enhancements.
• Assists with department budget planning, tracks project expenses, approves project change orders, and manages payments to contractors.
• Assists with the review and development of construction plans and ensures compliance with specifications.
• Assists with short- and long-range department planning; assists with the development and implementation of department operational policies and procedures; ensures that operations support the master plan and comply with established policies, procedures, and related regulations.
• Visits park sites for project status review or equipment evaluation.
• Assists the Parks and Recreation Director with the construction, management and maintenance of the Department’s physical resources including parks, buildings, and other City facilities; assists with the establishment of priorities, policies, and procedures to ensure an acceptable level of maintenance and repair; assists with oversight of the Department’s capital improvement projects; assists with design for facilities; assists with the evaluation and recommendation of consulting firms.
• Attends staff meetings to discuss department needs and objectives.
• Responds to citizen and department concerns for park facilities, grounds and public Right of Way.
• Maintains effective working relationships with all City personnel, affiliated partners, State agencies, and vendors.
• Works collaboratively with City staff members and other departments to ensure maintenance and repairs are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintains communication with staff members and the general public regarding park projects and repairs.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of the job.

• Associate degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Project Management or a closely related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible project or program management experience and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be acceptable.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

• Knowledge of operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive parks program.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures used in developing and administering parks master planning.
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in facility and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of the geography, road network, public buildings, and emergency facilities of the City.
• Knowledge of management concepts and principles.
• Knowledge of basic mathematical principles and governmental budget procedures.
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, equipment, methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of personal computers and computer software applications.
• Skill in planning and organizing information.
• Skill in managing competing priorities on multiple projects.
• Ability to understand and carry out complex verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate documents.
• Ability to prepare and administer project budgets.
• Ability to respond to inquiries, complaints, and requests in a timely and tactful manner.
• Ability to represent the City in a professional manner and deal effectively with City personnel, citizens, and vendors in resolving issues or concerns.
• Ability to manage multiple items at the same time; prioritize tasks; and meet recurring and periodic time constraints.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and to manage stressful situations.
• Ability to oversee and participate in the provision of a high level of customer service to internal and external customers.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with officials, employees, state and federal authorities, civic leaders, and the public.
• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with employees and the general public.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.

• Must be available to work hours as needed or necessary including, but not limited to, attending meetings outside normal business hours.
• Must possess a valid State of Georgia Driver’s License (Class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is frequently required to stoop, climb, crawl, twist, turn, bend, squat, crouch, kneel, or balance.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee’s time is split between an office setting and field work. Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. The employee frequently works in outdoor environments and is subject to inclement weather conditions. The employee may be exposed to wet, cold or humid conditions; airborne particles; machinery with moving parts; irritating chemicals; and dirt or grease.
• The employee must travel to different sites and locations and attend evening and weekend meetings and events.
• The noise level in the work environment may be moderate to loud.

• Competitive salaries
• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans available.
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% employer paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability coverage
• Life Insurance & AD&D Insurance
• 401K match
• Work/Life balance to include paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Individualized training and mentor programs
• Professional development including certification and testing
• Professional membership support
• Employee Discounts to include Verizon, AT&T, and many others
• Complimentary coffee bar, office snacks, free food and fun-themed employee events
• Endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers. Past events include Habitat for Humanity, Red Cross Blood Drives, Brookhaven stream cleanup & multiple types of STEM outreach events at grade schools as well as colleges and universities.

Please send resume to hr@loweengineers.com

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