GREAT PARKS OF HAMILTON COUNTY Chief of Conservation and Parks Salary in the United States

Great Parks of Hamilton County is currently seeking a Chief of Conservation and Parks to provide leadership to the Conservation and Parks division.  This division includes Conservation and Parks, Natural Resources and related facilities and programs.  They will be responsible for planning, developing, administering and achieving division goals and objectives, and providing leadership and coordination of work and services in accordance with Great Parks’ master plan,  strategic plan, policies and requirements. 

This position is based in Winton Woods Park.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty listed below.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

Directs and provides leadership to the Conservation and Parks division operations and staff; Plans and implements division and agency objectives and goals, and ensures natural assets, built assets and services meet quality and regulatory standards; Directs the development and implementation of projects and activities, and coordinates with other divisions and departments; evaluates organizational function and alignment to assure effective and efficient execution of division and agency priorities                                             

Serves as a member of the Leadership Team and Crisis Communication Team; Participates in executive level meetings including Board meetings; Participates and assists with facilitating various staff meetings

Leads the development and implementation of acceptable standards of practice that meet or exceed industry standards for all areas of the division

Revises existing policies and procedures, develops and implements new policies and procedures, and monitors Great Parks’ by-laws related to the responsibilities of the division to ensure Great Parks is in full compliance with federal, state and local laws

Responsible for staff administering agency environmental regulatory requirements, conservation, and environmental restoration.  Responsible for prioritizing conservation value in evaluating land acquisition opportunities; assures compliance with agency conservation values

Advocates high standards for customer service; Places importance on quality service and positive guest experiences

Maintains effective communication with the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer, Chief Ranger and Director of Marketing & Public Engagement regarding critical incidents and public safety issues

Manages various employee levels and makes major personnel decisions in consultation with Human Resources; Delegates job responsibilities, maintains effective organizational communications, and consistently follows sound management principles and practices; Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Great Parks’ policies and applicable laws; Plans, directs and evaluates performance of direct reports; Establishes priorities, performance requirements and professional development goals that align with Great Parks’ goals, objectives and initiatives; Regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvements and development; Responsible for hiring, compensation and other rewards to recognize performance; Responsible for administering disciplinary action up to and including termination in consultation with Human ResourcesPrepares and presents the division budget to the Budget Committee; Manages and approves division expenditures within the approved budget

Prepares division and districtwide reports for the Board, staff and public; Makes formal presentations and speaks before groups and the general public relating to Great Parks’ strategies and division related topics; represents the agency at meetings and on professional organizations, committees and boards

Oversees the coordination of staff training and professional development in accordance with state certification requirements and division goals

Serves on regional and statewide committees and boards, and participates in outside organizations to represent Great Parks and to keep informed of developments and trends in the parks and recreation field

Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks of Hamilton County’s policies, procedures, and performance expectations 

Maintains confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information

Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required 

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Completes special projects assigned by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer

Utilizes and promotes environmentally sustainable practices and processes

Performs other job duties as assigned

SCOPE OF SUPERVISION

Conservation and Parks Directors (3), Natural Resources Director, Conservation and Parks Administrator

EQUIPMENT OPERATED

Fleet vehicles; mobile devices; computer; presentation devices; standard office equipment; standard industry related equipment

CONTACT WITH OTHERS

Board of Park Commissioners, staff and volunteers; state and national park leaders; government agencies; elected officials; local agencies, both public and private; consultants, sales representatives; contractors; reporters and other media representatives; general public and other job contacts

CONFIDENTIAL DATA

All non-public confidential and sensitive public records of the park district including access to all digital data and information; negotiations; potential bequests and estate planning; legal reviews and claims; non-public record personnel issues; employee health and medical records; land acquisition strategies, plans and appraisals

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office working conditions; occasional exposure to normal outdoor conditions when inspecting, evaluating and visiting various parks and facilities

USUAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following physical demands are typically exhibited by position incumbents performing this job’s essential duties and responsibilities.  These physical demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.

The employee frequently exhibits manual dexterity performing job duties, and frequently talks and hears when working and interacting with job contacts

The employee frequently sits for extended periods of time, and occasionally stands and walks

Employee typically exhibits normal vision demands

Employee regularly lifts items up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lifts items up to 25 pounds.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of: advanced management principles and practices; Great Parks policy, procedures and objectives; budget development and management; Ohio Revised Code; personnel policies and principles; employee training techniques, procedures and development; computer software, programs and applications; professional practices and principles of managing wildlife and habitat; state and federal wildlife regulations; state and federal environmental laws and regulations; GIS as applied to monitoring, assessment, planning and management of natural and developed areas; ecological restoration principles; habitat evaluation methods; wildlife behavior; prescribed burning methods; safety practices

Ability to: analyze financial data and formulate viable conclusions; coordinate division and departments toward common objectives; apply management principles to practical work situations and problems; provide creativity and initiative in planning, developing and implementing new procedures and outcomes; plan and implement long and short range goals; evaluate and resolve difficult or unusual work situations; identify problems and determine appropriate solutions; evaluate and interpret written reports; communicate effectively in verbal and written form; exercise sound judgment in dealing with unusual, sensitive or difficult management situations; collaborate effectively with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and other senior management; develop and maintain effective working relationships with direct reports, associates, directors and the general public; maintain confidential and sensitive information; understand and demonstrate respect for cultural and socio-economic differences; support a working atmosphere consistent with Great Parks’ equal employment opportunity; embrace and support constructive change; consistently follow safety and security procedures and practices; contribute toward building a positive team working environment; establish and maintain an effective working relationship with associates, officials, general public, and other job contacts.

Skill in: leadership; public relations; organization; team building; listening; interpreting and applying statistical and situational information; interviewing; planning, scheduling and organizing work; collaborating and networking with other agencies, organizations and businesses; conflict resolution; maintaining accurate and complete records; written and verbal communications; preparing and making presentations; operation of computer and application of job related software

QUALIFICATIONS

An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  An example of an acceptable qualification is:  Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation management, natural resources management or related field and more than ten years’ experience which evidences a comprehensive knowledge of parks, recreation and natural resources management and leadership.

Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

LICENSE OF CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License that meets GPHC current carrier guidelines

The salary is negotiable based on experience.  The salary range is $80,783-$121,173/yr.

Applications must be submitted online prior to 11:59pm, Feb 26, 2020.

Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.