Center for Digital Governmtent
Associate Director (Recreation and Parks Operations Administrator)
Center for Digital Governmtent, Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403
Position Description
Anne Arundel County Government is looking to fill a Full-Time, Permanent
Associate Director (Recreation and Parks Operations Administrator)
position in the Department of Recreation and Parks.
This is a responsible supervisory and administrative position in managing and administering operational programs for the Department of Recreation and Parks.
Nature and Variety of Work Work involves responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing the internal support functions of the Department of Recreation and Parks, including budget development and oversight, human resources management, procurement, finance, departmental communications, and special projects administration. Work includes responsibility for the administration of planning, development, and department-wide execution of the tasks needed to execute the departmental responsibilities of the Department of Recreation and Parks. This employee is responsible for policy and procedure development for their assigned area of responsibility. Employees in this class supervise directly or through subordinate supervisors, employees of the Department\'s operational divisions, including marketing and events, capital projects, and business management. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Recreation and Parks, and is reviewed through conferences and reports.
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.)
Analyzes and oversees the development of operating and capital budget needs, prepares budget requests and justification, and manages operating budget to achieve the greatest economy consistent with efficient service to the public.
Plans, organizes, and directs the programs and activities of technical support services to ensure economical and efficient operation;
Manages human resources, training, and other related services.
Plans, organizes, supervises, and administers the special projects division.
Monitors division operating expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary and program guidelines.
Manages financial accounts payable, revenue expenditures, personnel hiring, operating agreements, budget grants, procurements, and vendor selection.
Prepares or directs the preparation and necessary records, reports, and correspondence.
Supervises directly, or through subordinates, a staff of employees engaged in administrative activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of financial practices, modern methods, and techniques of management, including budgeting and fiscal management.
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of municipal system administration.
Skill in planning, organizing, and directing programs and activities of a complex Department.
Ability to evaluate the progress and efficiency of the Department\'s programs and operations.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and through written reports.
Ability to articulate and communicate departmental business goals and objectives.
Ability to prepare, analyze, and implement Departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county and regulatory officials, consultants, contractors, and the public.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration or a related field.
Experience:
Six (6) or more years of experience in the administration, management, and financial operation of a large municipal department, including four (4) or more years of supervisory experience; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator\'s license.
Note:
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. An 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.
Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
Ten (10) years or more of high-level supervisory and strong leadership experience overseeing the daily operations of a large governmental agency
Considerable experience in governmental operations oversight, including, but not limited to, personnel, procurement, and budget.
Experience with the development and implementation of recreation and park management policies – specifically the development of long-range plans, financial planning, business plans, and workflows.
Experience with process/project management to improve efficiency and optimization of Departmental resources.
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
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
Application Instructions and Supplemental Questions 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 a 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.
Did you graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration or a related field?
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
For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide accreditation and educational equivalency documentation, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Does this apply to you, and if so, did you attach the necessary documentation?
Yes No
Do you have six (6) or more years of experience in the administration, management, and financial operation of a large municipal department?
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
Do you have four (4) or more years of supervisory experience?
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
Do you have a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license?
Yes No
Do you have ten (10) years or more of high-level supervisory and strong leadership experience overseeing the daily operations of a large governmental agency?
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
Do you possess considerable experience in governmental operations oversight, including, but not limited to, personnel, procurement, and budget?
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
Do you have experience with the development and implementation of recreation and park management policies – specifically the development of long-range plans, financial planning, business plans, and workflows?
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
Do you have experience with process/project management to improve efficiency and optimization of Departmental resources?
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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Associate Director (Recreation and Parks Operations Administrator)
position in the Department of Recreation and Parks.
This is a responsible supervisory and administrative position in managing and administering operational programs for the Department of Recreation and Parks.
Nature and Variety of Work Work involves responsibility for planning, organizing, and directing the internal support functions of the Department of Recreation and Parks, including budget development and oversight, human resources management, procurement, finance, departmental communications, and special projects administration. Work includes responsibility for the administration of planning, development, and department-wide execution of the tasks needed to execute the departmental responsibilities of the Department of Recreation and Parks. This employee is responsible for policy and procedure development for their assigned area of responsibility. Employees in this class supervise directly or through subordinate supervisors, employees of the Department\'s operational divisions, including marketing and events, capital projects, and business management. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general direction of the Deputy Director, Recreation and Parks, and is reviewed through conferences and reports.
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.)
Analyzes and oversees the development of operating and capital budget needs, prepares budget requests and justification, and manages operating budget to achieve the greatest economy consistent with efficient service to the public.
Plans, organizes, and directs the programs and activities of technical support services to ensure economical and efficient operation;
Manages human resources, training, and other related services.
Plans, organizes, supervises, and administers the special projects division.
Monitors division operating expenditures to ensure compliance with budgetary and program guidelines.
Manages financial accounts payable, revenue expenditures, personnel hiring, operating agreements, budget grants, procurements, and vendor selection.
Prepares or directs the preparation and necessary records, reports, and correspondence.
Supervises directly, or through subordinates, a staff of employees engaged in administrative activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of financial practices, modern methods, and techniques of management, including budgeting and fiscal management.
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and methods of municipal system administration.
Skill in planning, organizing, and directing programs and activities of a complex Department.
Ability to evaluate the progress and efficiency of the Department\'s programs and operations.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and through written reports.
Ability to articulate and communicate departmental business goals and objectives.
Ability to prepare, analyze, and implement Departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county and regulatory officials, consultants, contractors, and the public.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration or a related field.
Experience:
Six (6) or more years of experience in the administration, management, and financial operation of a large municipal department, including four (4) or more years of supervisory experience; and a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator\'s license.
Note:
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. An 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.
Supplemental Qualifications Preference will be given to applicants with the following:
Ten (10) years or more of high-level supervisory and strong leadership experience overseeing the daily operations of a large governmental agency
Considerable experience in governmental operations oversight, including, but not limited to, personnel, procurement, and budget.
Experience with the development and implementation of recreation and park management policies – specifically the development of long-range plans, financial planning, business plans, and workflows.
Experience with process/project management to improve efficiency and optimization of Departmental resources.
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
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
Application Instructions and Supplemental Questions 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 a 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.
Did you graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business administration or a related field?
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
For a University or College outside the United States, the applicant must provide accreditation and educational equivalency documentation, which can be accomplished through a credential evaluation service. Applicants with a foreign degree must provide this documentation upon the close of the announcement. Does this apply to you, and if so, did you attach the necessary documentation?
Yes No
Do you have six (6) or more years of experience in the administration, management, and financial operation of a large municipal department?
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
Do you have four (4) or more years of supervisory experience?
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
Do you have a valid non-commercial Class C motor vehicle operator's license?
Yes No
Do you have ten (10) years or more of high-level supervisory and strong leadership experience overseeing the daily operations of a large governmental agency?
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
Do you possess considerable experience in governmental operations oversight, including, but not limited to, personnel, procurement, and budget?
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
Do you have experience with the development and implementation of recreation and park management policies – specifically the development of long-range plans, financial planning, business plans, and workflows?
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
Do you have experience with process/project management to improve efficiency and optimization of Departmental resources?
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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