Goleta, City of (CA)
Parks and Recreation Manager
Goleta, City of (CA), Goleta, California, us, 93116
ABOUT THE POSITION
The City of Goleta is seeking a dynamic and adaptable Parks and Recreation Manager to join our dedicated Neighborhood Services team. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a proven track record in planning, organizing, and supervising a variety of park and recreation programs and activities. This individual should have a passion for community engagement, a flexible approach to work, and a strong ability to adapt to changing priorities. With a diverse background in programming and project management, the successful candidate will be able to effectively balance field work with strategic planning and community outreach. Their exceptional interpersonal skills will allow them to build strong relationships with staff, volunteers, and community members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. (Please note that this position requires occasional weekend and evening work.)
ABOUT THE CITY'S PARKS, RECREATION, AND OPEN SPACES
The City of Goleta is fortunate to have approximately 550 acres of city parks and open space. Goleta's parks and playground facilities consist of nine neighborhood parks, five community parks, nine neighborhood open spaces, six regional open spaces, one community center, and three mini parks. Exploring nature is an important part of the Goleta lifestyle and its parks and open spaces provide opportunities for residents to experience outdoors. The City of Goleta recognizes that local parks and recreation opportunities are an integral part of a happy, healthy community, and the Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Divisions strive to meet the needs of our residents.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plans, organizes and supervises a variety of personnel, programmatic and capital park and recreational related activities and programs related to the Recreation Needs Assessment, Parks Master Plan and any other related Council approved plans and agreements; coordinates the development and implementation of park improvement projects related to playground equipment, amenities, facilities and programming; evaluates the success of existing programs, and services and creates, coordinates and/or implements new programs or services to meet community needs; coordinates programs and services with other managers, service providers, advisory groups, and community groups; serves as liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission; provides professional management and technical support to the Neighborhood Services Department; and performs related duties as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-position class responsible for planning, developing, supervising recreation personnel and coordinating park and recreational programs, services, facilities, and special events; organizes and oversees day-to-day program, budgetary, and administrative activities for assigned programs and projects. This position is responsible for implementation and management of the Recreation Needs Assessment and Goleta Parks, Facilities and Playgrounds Master Plan, and serves as a City liaison for the Parks and Recreation Commission, providing professional-level support to the Neighborhood Services Director. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in coordinating departmental work with that of other departments.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Serve as a City liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission and represent the department to community and professional groups and committees and provide technical assistance as necessary.
Research, prepare and submit administrative reports, studies and grant applications, and prepare written correspondence as needed.
Make oral presentations on department activities and proposed programs to City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, various community organizations, and civic and advisory groups.
Manage and oversee the implementation of the Recreation Needs Assessment, Goleta Parks, Facilities and Playgrounds Master Plan and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects related to parks and recreation.
Manage contracts and operation agreements as needed. Review contracts and agreements for completeness, define measurable services, maintains valid insurance documents, and evaluates services prior to renewal.
Recruit, hire, train and supervise recreation support staff and volunteer personnel.
Monitor and keep informed of current trends in the parks and recreation field, including program development trends and best practices for potential operational improvements.
Oversee, coordinate, and manage recreational and community service programs and facility management and operations as assigned.
Responsible for development and implementation of marketing plans/materials for facility rentals at the Goleta Community Center, education programs and specialty services related to parks and recreation opportunities within the community.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education, Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation, physical education, public or business administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible professional recreation and/or administrative experience in community services and recreational programs, including two years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of recreational program development; evaluation of programs, policies, and operational and service delivery needs; administration, including budgeting, purchasing, personnel management.
Procedures for planning, implementing and maintaining a variety of recreation and leisure activities and programs through community participation.
Knowledge of capital park development and construction as well as park and recreational facility operations, maintenance and management.
Parks and recreation safety principles and practices.
Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to park and recreational program planning and administration.
Marketing theories, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of recreation programs including developing community participation and support.
Principles and practices of employee and volunteer supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation and the training of staff in work procedures.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment, including computer hardware and software necessary for word processing, graphic presentation, and database management.
Ability to:
Supervise, organize, direct, and review the work of assigned personnel; provide training and guidance to staff.
Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards for the division and manage associated budget.
Plan, organize, schedule, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate consequences and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Interpret and apply city policies to commission and council direction.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, procedures and other written materials.
Maintain accurate records and files of work performed.
Organize work, setting priorities and meeting multiple deadlines.
Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
Mental function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate citizens or contractors, decision making under stressful conditions, and executing assignments within established deadlines.
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents must be able to stand, sit, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, survey equipment, computers, and various office equipment. Incumbents may be required to lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
Vision: Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing: Incumbents are required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Environment: Ability to be exposed to inclement weather and conditions including cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibrations, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards.
Other factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents will be required to travel to different sites and locations; and be available for overtime, on-call, or standby duty.
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The City of Goleta is seeking a dynamic and adaptable Parks and Recreation Manager to join our dedicated Neighborhood Services team. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a proven track record in planning, organizing, and supervising a variety of park and recreation programs and activities. This individual should have a passion for community engagement, a flexible approach to work, and a strong ability to adapt to changing priorities. With a diverse background in programming and project management, the successful candidate will be able to effectively balance field work with strategic planning and community outreach. Their exceptional interpersonal skills will allow them to build strong relationships with staff, volunteers, and community members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. (Please note that this position requires occasional weekend and evening work.)
ABOUT THE CITY'S PARKS, RECREATION, AND OPEN SPACES
The City of Goleta is fortunate to have approximately 550 acres of city parks and open space. Goleta's parks and playground facilities consist of nine neighborhood parks, five community parks, nine neighborhood open spaces, six regional open spaces, one community center, and three mini parks. Exploring nature is an important part of the Goleta lifestyle and its parks and open spaces provide opportunities for residents to experience outdoors. The City of Goleta recognizes that local parks and recreation opportunities are an integral part of a happy, healthy community, and the Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces Divisions strive to meet the needs of our residents.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, plans, organizes and supervises a variety of personnel, programmatic and capital park and recreational related activities and programs related to the Recreation Needs Assessment, Parks Master Plan and any other related Council approved plans and agreements; coordinates the development and implementation of park improvement projects related to playground equipment, amenities, facilities and programming; evaluates the success of existing programs, and services and creates, coordinates and/or implements new programs or services to meet community needs; coordinates programs and services with other managers, service providers, advisory groups, and community groups; serves as liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission; provides professional management and technical support to the Neighborhood Services Department; and performs related duties as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a single-position class responsible for planning, developing, supervising recreation personnel and coordinating park and recreational programs, services, facilities, and special events; organizes and oversees day-to-day program, budgetary, and administrative activities for assigned programs and projects. This position is responsible for implementation and management of the Recreation Needs Assessment and Goleta Parks, Facilities and Playgrounds Master Plan, and serves as a City liaison for the Parks and Recreation Commission, providing professional-level support to the Neighborhood Services Director. Successful performance of the work requires an extensive professional background as well as skill in coordinating departmental work with that of other departments.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Serve as a City liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission and represent the department to community and professional groups and committees and provide technical assistance as necessary.
Research, prepare and submit administrative reports, studies and grant applications, and prepare written correspondence as needed.
Make oral presentations on department activities and proposed programs to City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, various community organizations, and civic and advisory groups.
Manage and oversee the implementation of the Recreation Needs Assessment, Goleta Parks, Facilities and Playgrounds Master Plan and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects related to parks and recreation.
Manage contracts and operation agreements as needed. Review contracts and agreements for completeness, define measurable services, maintains valid insurance documents, and evaluates services prior to renewal.
Recruit, hire, train and supervise recreation support staff and volunteer personnel.
Monitor and keep informed of current trends in the parks and recreation field, including program development trends and best practices for potential operational improvements.
Oversee, coordinate, and manage recreational and community service programs and facility management and operations as assigned.
Responsible for development and implementation of marketing plans/materials for facility rentals at the Goleta Community Center, education programs and specialty services related to parks and recreation opportunities within the community.
QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES
Education, Experience and Training
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation, physical education, public or business administration, or a related field.
Experience:
Five years of progressively responsible professional recreation and/or administrative experience in community services and recreational programs, including two years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of recreational program development; evaluation of programs, policies, and operational and service delivery needs; administration, including budgeting, purchasing, personnel management.
Procedures for planning, implementing and maintaining a variety of recreation and leisure activities and programs through community participation.
Knowledge of capital park development and construction as well as park and recreational facility operations, maintenance and management.
Parks and recreation safety principles and practices.
Recent developments, current literature, and sources of information related to park and recreational program planning and administration.
Marketing theories, principles, and practices, and their application to a wide variety of recreation programs including developing community participation and support.
Principles and practices of employee and volunteer supervision, including work planning, assignment, review and evaluation and the training of staff in work procedures.
Applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes and regulations.
Modern office methods, practices, procedures and equipment, including computer hardware and software necessary for word processing, graphic presentation, and database management.
Ability to:
Supervise, organize, direct, and review the work of assigned personnel; provide training and guidance to staff.
Assist in developing and implementing goals, objectives, policies, procedures, work standards for the division and manage associated budget.
Plan, organize, schedule, assign, review and evaluate the work of staff.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate consequences and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Interpret and apply city policies to commission and council direction.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, procedures and other written materials.
Maintain accurate records and files of work performed.
Organize work, setting priorities and meeting multiple deadlines.
Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software programs.
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Special Requirements
Possession of a valid Class “C” California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.
Mental function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate citizens or contractors, decision making under stressful conditions, and executing assignments within established deadlines.
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents must be able to stand, sit, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate drafting instruments, survey equipment, computers, and various office equipment. Incumbents may be required to lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.
Vision: Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Hearing: Incumbents are required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
Environment: Ability to be exposed to inclement weather and conditions including cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibrations, chemicals, mechanical and electrical hazards.
Other factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents will be required to travel to different sites and locations; and be available for overtime, on-call, or standby duty.
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