RAMSEY COUNTY Department of Human Resources 121 East Seventh Place Suite 2100 Saint Paul, MN 55101

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1 RAMSEY COUNTY Department of Human Resources 121 East Seventh Place Suite 2100 Saint Paul, MN INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Director of Operations - Parks & Recreation An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY $ $55.30 Hourly $2, $4, Biweekly $6, $9, Monthly $77, $115, Annually OPENING DATE: 12/11/18 CLOSING DATE: 12/24/18 04:30 PM LOCATION: (Parks & Recreation Admin Bldg) Maplewood, Minnesota BASIC FUNCTION: To direct and manage assigned divisions of the Parks and Recreation Department including management of fiscal resources for development; operations and maintenance for the parks and recreation system; labor relations and human resource management services development; marketing, implementation and evaluation of program services; and to perform related duties as assigned. The current vacancy is in the Parks and Trails Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. This position is responsible for programming, operations and maintenance of county and regional parks, trails, aquatic facilities and nature center. If an internal candidate is selected, salary will be set in accordance with the personnel rules (i.e. promotion, transfer, or voluntary reduction). To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this job, go to: Job Descriptions. Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED 1. Promote a diverse, culturally competent, and respectful workplace. 2. Assist the director as principal assistant in the administration and management of all Parks and Recreation activities, to include directing the work of departmental division managers. 3. Assist the director in the formulation of goals, objectives, priorities, strategic plans and annual work plans for the department. 4. Assist the director in identifying, organizing and implementing departmental activities. 5. Act as department representative with government agencies, civic groups, and special interest groups to promote the county's interests in parks and recreation matters. 6. Represent the Parks and Recreation Department by serving on countywide committees.

2 7. Perform special assignments as directed, including research and policy analysis related to the Parks and Recreation Department, and make recommendations based on the results of such analysis. 8. Plan, direct and manage all operation maintenance and program functions within assigned divisions to ensure high quality recreational facilities and services. 9. Depending on assignment, manage the operation and maintenance of golf courses, nature center, ice arenas, parks, beaches, aquatic center, beach and arena concessions, trails and special use facilities, and soil, water, vegetation, and wildlife. Administer contracts with private concessionaires such as the golf professionals, golf course operators and leases, vending and food service providers, skating professionals, and other vendors. Direct the maintenance and repair of parks, all recreation buildings, facilities, equipment, vehicles and grounds. Manage reservation systems for ice arenas, nature center, picnic shelters, pavilions, and special use facilities. Direct the development, marketing and evaluation of programs and services to determine if they are achieving desired goals and objectives. Direct the development, preservation, and restoration of natural resources including soil, water, vegetation, and wildlife. Direct assigned staff in developing work plans, including priorities to assure proper training and effective and efficient utilization of staff and equipment. 10. Develop and manage operating and capital budgets for assigned divisions in a manner that ensures effective use of financial resources. Direct the purchase of materials and services in accordance with Ramsey County policies and procedures. Coordinate budget preparation and implementation with Director of Parks and Recreation. Prepare and manage annual operating budget and capital improvement budgets. Participate in the development of plans and specifications for purchase of equipment and capital improvement projects, and act as project manager for projects as assigned. Identify outside funding sources and develop and coordinate grant proposals to advance the goals and objectives of the department. Analyze operating statements and advise on methods to improve efficiency. Work with Finance to monitor and administer the operating and capital improvement budgets. 11. In coordination with the department director, administer labor contracts and coordinate human resource management of the department, if applicable. 12. Depending on assignment, represent the department as a member of the county negotiating team in collective bargaining. Administer employee performance evaluations for employees within assigned divisions. Represent the department in handling employee grievances pursuant to collective bargaining agreements. 13. Plan staffing levels, assist Human Resources Department staff in coordinating examinations, conducting interviews and hiring of permanent and seasonal staff. 14. Monitor workers compensation cases and coordinate with QRCs, attorneys and risk management on employee return to work programs. Integrate rules and regulations mandated by OSHA, EPA and Environmental Health to provide a safe work environment and hazard-free recreation facilities. Implement and direct Critical Incident Management Plan, Federal Highway Environmental Protection Agency, Bloodborne Diseases Exposure Control Plan, National Recycling and Emissions Program. 15. Lead the department's Safety Committee; direct the development and implementation of staff training related to safety of employees and customers. 16. Direct volunteer programs within assigned divisions to ensure proper utilization and recognition of volunteers consistent with department policies. 17. Direct research, marketing, promotions, public relations, and customer service activities within assigned divisions to ensure responsiveness to customers. 18. Prepare county board documentation, reports, manuals and other documents as they relate to assigned divisions. (The work assigned to a position in this classification may not include all possible tasks in this work and does not limit the assignment of any additional tasks in this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required.)

3 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field. Experience: Five years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of parks and recreation facilities, services and programs, including two years in a supervisory/management capacity. Substitution: ne. Certifications/Licensure: Valid class D driver's license. EXAM/SCREENING PROCESS INFORMATION Examination/Screening Process: The examination for the Director of Operations - Parks & Recreation will consist of a training and experience rating, comprised of the questions in the attached supplemental questionnaire. The rating on this supplemental questionnaire will depend on the answers provided. A candidate must pass the training and experience rating in order to be advanced in the process. This examination process will consist of the following sections with each section weighted as indicated: Training and Experience Rating...100% Eligible List: The names of all applicants who pass the examination/screening process, and file a properly completed application, shall be placed on the eligible list for employment as a Director of Operations - Parks & Recreation. This list will be certified to the appointing authority which may use this list to fill a vacancy. Candidates will remain on the list for three months or until hired, whichever occurs first. A notice will be sent to applicants at the time the eligible list is posted, informing them that the list has been posted and their rank on the list. Veteran's Preference: This is a classified position requiring an open, competitive selection process. Veteran's Preference points will be applied after a candidate passes the examination process. Applicants who are eligible for veteran's preference should update their veteran's DD214, and other supporting documents, and submit them as an attachment at the time of application. Criminal Background Checks: All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment. E-Verify Participation Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

4 Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance or national origin. You may apply at in the Job Opportunities section. To print a paper application for this posting click Paper Application. You will need to print off this posting and also answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them if you complete a paper application. For further information regarding this posting, please contact elana Gates at or noelana.gates@ramseycounty.us APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: OR 121 East Seventh Place Suite 2100 Saint Paul, MN Job # / DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS - PARKS & RECREATION NG Director of Operations - Parks & Recreation Supplemental Questionnaire * 1. The information you provide in this questionnaire will be used to assign you a score for the training and experience rating component of the examination process. This information is very important. t all applicants will pass the training and experience rating exam process and move on in the selection process. If there is missing or unclear information, you may not receive full credit for your experience. The information you provide must be reflected in your work history of your application. Do not mark "see resume" or "see attachment" for your answer. Please select the "yes" button below, if you have read and understand this. * 2. Do you have a Bachelor's or more advanced degree in Parks and Recreation, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field? * 3. If you answered "YES" to question #2, please provide the degree type (Bachelors, Masters, etc.), the name and location of the granting institution, your field(s) of study, and the date your degree was granted for each degree received. If you answered "NO" to question #1 please enter "N/A" in the space below. * 4. Do you have at least five years of progressively responsible experience in the administration of parks and recreation or similar facilities, services, and programs, including five years in a supervisory/management capacity? Please note: If you have worked part-time you must adjust the experience you are reporting accordingly. For example, if you worked 20 hours per week it would take two years to reach one year of full-time equivalent experience. * 5. Please provide information about where you gained the experience you refer to in question #4. Include the following information in the space below: The name of the

5 employer you worked for; your job title; dates of employment (mo/yr to mo/yr); the number of employees you supervised including their job titles; and whether it was full time or part time. If it was part time include the number of hours you worked per week. Do not write "see resume" or "see application." If you do not have experience in this area enter "N/A" in the space below. * 6. Select all of the areas below in which you have direct management experience including: setting facility maintenance and operations standards; identifying facility staffing needs; directing facility planning and development; advertising / marketing / promotion program development and management of capital assets and budgets. CHECK ALL THAT APPLY. Parks Multi-use trails Nature Centers Aquatics facilities Cross Country Skiing facilities Community centers ne of the above * 7. For each area in question #6 where you have identified having experience, describe in detail your experience setting facility maintenance and operations standards; identifying facility staffing needs; directing facility planning and development; developing advertising/marketing/promotion; and program development. If you do not have experience in this area enter "N/A" in the space below. * 8. Describe your experience hiring and managing staff including any programming and maintenance personnel. Explain how you hire high quality employees, how you've handled disciplinary issues and how you have motivated employees. If you do not have experience in this area write "N/A" in the space below. * 9. Describe your experience preparing and/or managing operating and capital improvement plan budgets. Include the amount of operating expenditures, revenue, capital improvement and level of spending authority. If you do not have experience in this area enter "N/A" in the space below. * 10. Describe your experience developing and implementing programs as well as evaluating programs. If you do not have experience in this area enter "N/A" in the space below. * 11. Describe your experience overseeing marketing initiatives and customer service standards for recreation type facilities, including your understanding of current marketing and customer service best practices. If you do not have experience in this area enter "N/A" in the space below. * 12. Describe your experience creating contracts, request-for-proposals and managing contracts. If you do not have experience in this area enter "N/A" in the space below.

6 * 13. Do you, or have you, ever held a professional license? * 14. If you responded "" to question # 2, please list the type of license and state or jurisdiction the license is or was held. Please also indicate the status of your license. * Required Question