Job Description

Manager - Parks and Open Spaces

Job Number:
J0423-0246

Position Title:
Manager - Parks and Open Spaces

Department:
Public Works

Appointment Status:
Full-Time Permanent

Employee Group:
Management

Job Category:
Management - Public Works

Compensation:
$121,243.00 - $156,444.00/Year

Closing Date:
May 5, 2023

Our City, Our Future

St. John\'s is a progressive city with a strong connection to the past and a positive outlook on the future. As one of the oldest cities in North America we have a unique history, but we are also a growing city with the needs and opportunities of a modern urban population. The City of St. John\xe2\x80\x99s is committed to recruiting world-class talent and expertise to join our City staff, more than 1200 strong, who provide a vast array of valued services to the residents of St. John\'s and the metropolitan area. If you are an innovative thinker with a positive attitude and a commitment to quality, we want you to help us make St. John\xe2\x80\x99s a city where people want to live and feel they belong.

The Opportunity

The City of St. John\'s is presently accepting applications for the full time permanent position of Manager - Parks and Open Spaces.

Accountabilities

Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, Public Works, the Manager- Parks and Open Spaces will ensure the effective and efficient upkeep and maintenance of City\xe2\x80\x99s Parks and Open Spaces. Key accountabilities include:

• Develop, implement and modify divisional maintenance programs to ensure they are efficient and meet the current and future needs of the public and corporate goals of the City of St. John\'s.
• Collect and analyze maintenance, performance, and service response data in order to optimize value to the public.
• Develop, monitor and manage the Division\'s operational capital budgets.
• Review and provide commentary on residential, commercial and open space development plans to ensure compliance with City policy.
• Provide subject matter expertise, information, and advice to Council, superiors, peers and the public. Participate in various internal and external committees in order to provide input, guidance, or recommendation.
• Monitor and ensure the proper functioning and security of assigned equipment, parks, playgrounds sports facilities and open spaces.

Description disclaimer

The successful applicant will be required to participate in all training programs applicable to this position and other related work. The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

University degree in environmental science, horticulture, forest resource management, parks management or related field. Supplementary post-secondary coursework in business, communications, project management, human resources and labour relations would be considered an asset. Ten (10) years of experience managing parks related operations with a progressive level of responsibility.

Extensive supervisory experience; demonstrated leadership skills with an emphasis on promoting a team environment, engaging and developing others; ability to exercise tact, discretion & diplomacy in all matters; effective analytical, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to prepare concise and effective reports and correspondence. Strong organizational, project management and execution skills to ensure successful delivery and implementation of multiple projects and strategic goals is required.

Successful performance in this position requires demonstrated abilities and strong working knowledge in: horticulture; arboriculture; outdoor sports facility maintenance; playground maintenance; snow clearing; contract administration; Occupational Health and Safety and experience developing and monitoring multi-year capital budgets. The incumbent must be able to establish and maintain productive relationships with other City operations, Council and committees, customers and key stakeholders.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered.

Hours of Work

Monday - Friday, 8am-4pm.
We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. The City of St. John\'s does not accept applications in person, by email, fax or mail. Applications will be received up to 12:00 Midnight (Newfoundland Standard Time) on closing date.
This City of St. John\'s is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the
employment of a qualified workforce which reflects the community\'s diversity.