CHIEF OF PARKS OPERATIONSOfficial Title: Chief, Departmental OperationsAnticipated Hiring Range: $110,000 to $116,000 Annually

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C O U N T Y O F S A N D I E G O

The ideal candidate for Chief, Parks Operations thrives in a fast-paced, high profile, and demanding environment; and possesses depth and breadth of experience in parks and recreational operations and activities.

The ideal candidate will also possess a professional history that includes the following:• At least five years of management level experience within a public sector parks and recreation department • Proven experience at a management level in enhancing and embracing an organizational culture that

promotes a high degree of customer service • Ability to practice a customer service-oriented management philosophy which transcends all levels of an

organization• Ability to manage people by building and supporting mutually beneficial relationships with other

organizations, associations, and community contacts• Ability to provide accurate and complete information in a timely manner• Ability to demonstrate organizational and political awareness of sensitive issues and understanding of

multiple stakeholder needs to develop consensus on projects and programs, including working with boards and commissions, community planning or sponsor groups, industry groups, community organizations, agency officials, and the public

• Skill in strategic thinking and anticipation of future consequences and trends while applying knowledge appropriately

• Ability to mentor, develop, and advocate for staff• Demonstrates strong teamwork and collaboration skills and the ability to help others learn interpersonal

skills• Ability to convey information and ideas verbally and in writing in a transparent and articulate manner• Ability to relate to a wide range of styles and personalities of staff and various stakeholders

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) of the County of San Diego is seeking applications and résumés from qualified individuals for Chief of Parks Operations (official class title: Chief, Departmental Operations). The selected candidate for this unclassified management position will be a strategist and innovator who strives for continuous improvement and results. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing leadership and oversight to maintain park and recreation facilities, Parks Region Managers and staff assigned to DPR’s South Operations Division. Facilities within this District include a variety of day use parks, sports complexes, campgrounds, open space preserves, historic sites, community/recreation centers and miles of multi-use trails all spanning from the coast to the desert.

Chief of Parks Operations

THE POSITION

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

Parks and RecreationOur Mission:Enhance the quality of life in San Diego County by providing exceptional parks and recreation experiences and preserving significant natural resources.

Accessible high-quality parks and diverse recreational opportunities improve the lives of residents and visitors in San Diego County. The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) builds better health for individuals and families, enhances safety in communities, and preserves the environment so that people can enjoy clean air, clean water, rich bio-diversity, and access to open space. The County continues to expand its award-winning park system, which features 136 facilities including local and regional parks, camping parks, historic park sites, fishing lakes, ecological preserves and botanic gardens. DPR operates and manages approximately 53,000 acres of parkland and 369.5 miles of trails that foster an appreciation of nature and history.

Park facilities are open year-round and recreation programs enrich the lives of all patrons including families, seniors, kids, adults, people with disabilities and at-risk youth. DPR provides more than 200 programs that enhance physical/mental health while designing and maintaining safe park settings for individuals and families. More than 3 million people visit County parks and participate in County recreation programs each year. DPR has a budget of $60.2 million and 234 positions.

The County’s Department of Parks and Recreation was the first county parks department in California toreceive accreditation by the National Recreation and Park Association for achieving high standards ofoperational excellence and was reaccredited in 2016.

For more information please visit the Department of Parks and Recreation website.

THE DEPARTMENT

Applicants must possess the following:A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or certified equivalency for foreign studies, AND, five years of experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the classification which must include two years of management or supervision; OR a combination of experience and/or education as stated above.

Notes: A master's degree or higher degree may substitute for a total of one year. In order foreducation to substitute for work experience as indicated above, college level coursework mustdemonstrate progress toward a degree and may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.Qualifying experience will include CAO Staff Officer or Project Manager experience that involvesleading projects.

COMPENSATION

The anticipated hiring range is $110,000 to $116,000 annually.

Salary placement for this position is dependent upon the qualifications of the successful candidate. Salary reviews are performance-based and goal oriented.

BENEFITS

• Fifteen days of paid vacation, thirteen days of paid sick leave, and thirteen paid holidays

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans • Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, and Accidental

Death/Dismemberment Insurance• Flexible Management Benefit Package – a monthly credit may be

used to select benefits from a group of options • Defined benefit retirement program • Reciprocity with other governmental retirement systems may be

granted; for further information, visit the website for the San Diego County Employees Retirement System

• Deferred Compensation Program 457 and 401(a) plans

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

SALARY & BENEFITS

SAN DIEGO WEATHER ANNUAL AVERAGES

• HIGH TEMPERATURE: 70°F • LOW TEMPERATURE: 58°F • RAINFALL: 10.4 INCH

From our world-class beaches to almost year-round sunnyweather, San Diego offers our residents much more than sunand waves. Downtown you can watch a Padres game at PetcoPark or enjoy one of the fine-dining restaurants in theGaslamp.

3,316,1922017 Population

4,526Square Miles

18Incorporated Cities

The County of San Diego is committed tovaluing diversity and practicing inclusionbecause our diverse workforce is our greatestasset and our customers are our number onepriority.

The County of San Diego and its employeesembrace the Live Well San Diego vision: Aregion that is Building Better Health, LivingSafely and Thriving. For more informationplease visit www.livewellsd.org

THE COMMUNITY OF SAN DIEGO

Heading east you will find mountains that may be covered in snow depending on the time ofyear. Head south and you will start to truly see the diversity in both geography and cultures.Head west, and you will run into over 70+ miles of pristine coastline.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE1. Complete the online application at www.sandiegocounty.gov/hr;

select the current job postings link. 2. Attach your résumé and cover letter.3. Attach a copy of college degree, final transcript, diploma, or

completion letter*. 4. Complete Supplemental Questionnaire with your application.

*Note: If qualifying with a letter of completion, a copy of your degree or final transcript must be submitted at time of appointment.Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for consideration. The selection interviews are tentatively scheduled during the week of January 20, 2020.

SPECIAL NOTES Persons serving in positions in the Unclassified Service do not accrue tenure andserve at the pleasure of the appointing authority. The provisions of this jobannouncement may be modified or revoked and do not constitute an expressed orimplied contract. Qualified women, minorities, and persons with disabilities areencouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualifiedindividuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.

CONTACT INFORMATION You may direct any questions regarding the application and selection process toAnna Lisa Acedo, Human Resources Services Manager atAnnaLisa.Acedo@sdcounty.ca.gov.

Questions regarding the position or department should be directed to Carlos Renstrom, Senior Departmental Human Resources Officer, Department of Parks and Recreation, at Carlos.Renstrom@sdcounty.ca.gov.

HOW TO APPLY