CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER Office of Human Resources 201 W Colfax Ave, Dept 412, Wellington E. Webb Municipal Office Building Denver, CO 80202 (720) 913-5615 http://www.denvergov.org/jobs INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: Senior Park Project Manager An Equal Opportunity Employer SALARY $64,857.00 - $103,771.00 Annually OPENING DATE: 08/28/13 CLOSING DATE: 09/10/13 THE POSITION Denver Parks and Recreation s Park Planning Division is seeking an experienced, and highly motivated professional for the position of Senior Park Project Manager to be responsible for implementing park design, development, restoration, and rehabilitation projects. As part of DPR s Planning Division, Capital Projects Group, this position will assume the lead responsibility for managing park design and construction implementation and project coordination for a variety of facilities in Denver s park system including but not limited to; recreation centers, historic structures, playgrounds, athletic fields, trails, swimming pools, and parking areas. This position will also provide team leadership in all associated project management tasks from project planning, schedule and budgeting, contracting and procurement, design guidance, public and stakeholder coordination, construction management and project reporting. Denver s Parks and Recreation Department boasts one of the most expansive and diverse park systems in the Rocky Mountain West, offering more than 5,000 acres including over 300 urban parks and parkways, 36 lakes, 7 golf courses, and 14,000 acres of mountain parks, including Red Rocks Park, Buffalo Bill Museum and Genesee Park s bison herd. The Department also provides and manages 27 neighborhood recreation centers with 13 indoor and 16 outdoor pools that offer hundreds of affordable recreational programs throughout the year to community residents.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Project Leadership: Assumes a leadership and management role for planning and design projects, programs and policies, meeting DPR goals, including the management of scope, schedule, budget, public participation, stakeholder involvement as well as technical design guidance, intra-departmental plan review, bidding and contract negotiations. The position also assumes the full responsibility for consistent reporting on project progress and addressing any project issues and overcoming roadblocks. District Planning and Design: Advances the mission, vision, and values of the Department and coordinates ongoing planning and design efforts for urban parks, mountain parks, natural areas, facility infrastructure, and park road, and trail projects throughout the parks system. Strategic Planning and Policy: Oversees efforts in strategic planning, and establishment and adherence to appropriate DPR and City-wide policies, internal standard operating procedures, park standards and quality assurance. Identifies and cultivates potential partnerships between DPR and other internal and external interest groups. Communication & Internal Production: Successfully collaborates in the exchange of information between city staff, the public and stakeholders through clear and effective written, graphic and verbal communication. Builds consensus and support for DPR efforts and coordinates the outreach with neighborhood residents, stakeholders, city managers, and political leaders with a variety views and interests in order to successfully complete projects. Cultivates and contributes to positive public relations for the department. Utilizes a systematic and responsive methodology in managing city staff associates, stakeholders, consultants, and contractors to accomplish work. Initiates and supports efforts to secure grants and other project funding. QUALIFICATIONS Education Requirement: Baccalaureate Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, and Horticulture or a related field. Experience Requirement: Two years of professional project management experience in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, and Horticulture or related field, including coordinating, administering, and monitoring projects. Preferred Qualifications: Post graduate degree, training, professional license, or certifications in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, and Horticulture or related field; Demonstrated experience in:
Park and Recreation Facility Design Capital Project Management Site Design and Multidisciplinary Consultant Team Leadership Construction Management and Administration Knowledge of horticulture and irrigation systems, including experience in low water and naturalized landscapes; Superior writing skills, particularly in specifications, scope of work documents, contracts, and official correspondence; Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills; A proven ability to manage conflict Education/Experience Equivalency: Two (2) years of experience at the type and level of Project Inspector who performs full performance technical work inspecting work quality and materials used on a variety of projects including construction, repair, maintenance, and/or alterations and ensures that work performed by contractors/developers is in compliance with established standards, codes, plans, and specifications may be substituted for the minimum experience requirement. Licensure and/or Certification: By position, requires a valid driver s license. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The City and County of Denver values leadership that influences the commitment, ability and willingness of employees to provide quality service to the citizens of Denver. We offer a competitive benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision Plans (multiple programs) Paid Time Off (combined vacation/sick leave) Paid Holidays
Retirement (Pension Plan & 457 Deferred Comp Plan) Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Parking, Dependant Care) RTD Pass Discounts Life Insurance; Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance Domestic Partner Programs Wellness Center & Programs (vary by location) Education & Training Classes (vary by location) For more information on our benefits, please click here. No relocation assistance is available. The formal job description is listed under Job Specifications on our website: www.denvergov.org/jobs Classification Title: Project Manager I [CE2291] Working Title: Senior Landscape Project Manager Pay Grade: 813-E Compensation Range: $64,777.00 - $103,643.00 Annually Agency: Department of Parks and Recreation To Apply: Please select the apply button at the top of this posting / visit: www.denvergov.org/jobs Background Check / Drug Testing: Candidates must pass a criminal background check, 10 year employment verification and education verification. Additional checks such as credit and drug testing may be required. Probationary Period: The successful candidate will be required to complete a minimum six month probationary period (benefits will be active during this time) prior to attaining Career Status with the City. As part of probation, employees complete a series of internal training classes which may include supervisory training based on the specific role. Recruiter: MO RESUMES MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: http://www.denvergov.org/jobs EXAM #37305 09111 SENIOR PARK PROJECT MANAGER MO
Senior Landscape Project Manager Supplemental Questionnaire 1. Information provided on the application/resume is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered, and additional information that is not listed on either the application or an attached resume will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application and attached resumes. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application / resume will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position. 2. The following supplemental questions may be used as a scored evaluation of your knowledge, skills and experience. Be certain that the choices you make and the answers you provide correspond to the information you have provided on your application and resume. Please be honest and accurate. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview. It is highly likely that your answers will be evaluated separately from your application. It is also highly likely that each rater will review only one answer per candidate. Because of this, "See resume" and "See previous answer" are not acceptable answers to these questions. By completing this supplemental evaluation, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. Yes I understand and agree No I do not agree 3. Are you a current employee with the City and County of Denver? Yes No 4. What's the highest level of education that you've completed?
Did not finish high school or GED High school/ged An Associate Degree A Bachelor's Degree in unrelated field Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, and Horticulture or a related field Master's Degree in unrelated field Master's Degree in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, and Horticulture or related field 5. Do you have two (2) years of professional project management experience in Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, Planning, and Horticulture or related field, including coordinating, administering, and monitoring projects? Yes No 6. If you answered, "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate your experience along with dates (MM/YY) and names of organizations where you worked. Please mark "N/A" if this question does not apply. 7. Do you have experience in the following areas? Please choose all areas that apply. Park and Recreation Facility Design Capital Project Management Site Design and Multidisciplinary Consultant Team Management Construction Management and Administration None of the above 8. If you've indicated experience in an area in the previous question, please detail the type of work you did along with dates (MM/YY) and names of organizations where you worked. (Please mark "N/A" if the experience does not apply.) 9. Do you have a background in horticulture and irrigation systems, including experience in low water and naturalized landscapes? Yes No
10. If you answered, "Yes" to the previous question, please indicate your experience along with dates (MM/YY) and names of organizations where you worked. Please mark "N/A" if this question does not apply. 11. Please share a time when you've had to manage conflict at work. What was the situation? What process did you take to manage the conflict? What was the result? Required Question