Job description

WHO WE ARE:

Established in 1883, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) oversees a renowned urban park system spanning 6,809 acres of parkland and water. Featured among its 180 park properties are 55 miles of parkways, 102 miles of Grand Rounds biking and walking paths, 22 lakes, 12 formal gardens, 7 golf courses and 49 recreation centers. The MPRB is proud to provide services, programs and activities that meet the park and recreation needs of diverse communities and ensure race equity, gender inclusion and universal access. Altogether, MPRB properties receive about 26 million visitors annually, and employs approximately 617 full-time and 1,400 part-time and seasonal employees.

Park it here for an exciting career by joining the #1 urban park system in the United States as recognized by the Trust for Public Land in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2020.

SUMMARY:

The MPRB is seeking a dedicated Assistant Director of Asset Management to assist in overseeing the Park Maintenance Operations work unit and the Fleet Services work unit. This role is responsible for leading and coordinating the delivery of maintenance services for all MPRB neighborhood and regional parks and MPRB fleet management. Work involves establishing, planning and implementing MPRB’s level of service standards for park maintenance to deliver exceptional experiences for park users.

Employee will be eligible to request a teleworking arrangement (up to two days per week of remote work) after 6 months of continuous regular employment and a satisfactory performance record.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Responsible for assisting the Director of Asset Management, as needed, in the overall management of the Asset Management Department.
• Responsible for strategic leadership and management of the Park Maintenance Operations work unit, and Fleet Services work unit including effective planning and administrative work that fully support the current and future needs of the MPRB and are compatible with the Park Board’s mission and in compliance with all regulatory bodies.
• Lead and work closely with team of Park Operations Managers to create a cohesive team and ensure standardization of programs and processes across maintenance service areas within the Asset Management Department.
• Responsible for management, administration, and coordination of the Park Maintenance Operations work unit in the repair, preventative maintenance and ongoing operation of all parks and park assets meeting all federal, state and local regulations. This includes timely and effective maintenance operations, utilizing MPRB maintenance standards and industry best practices.
• Responsible for management, administration and coordination of the Fleet Services unit in the purchase, repair, preventative maintenance, disposition, and ongoing operation of the MPRB fleet of mobile equipment meeting all federal, state and local regulations.
• Manages the implementation and oversight of the MPRB’s enterprise asset management system within the Park Maintenance Operations work unit and Fleet Services work unit.
• Assist the Director of Asset Management in managing and monitoring performance metrics in coordination with the Park Project and Systems work unit and recommend service delivery adjustments based on performance results.
• Responsible for the planning, development and oversight of seasonal operational practices for the Park Maintenance Operations and Fleet Services work units and work closely with Park Operations Managers to ensure such practices meet established service levels throughout the park system.
• Responsible for working with the Director of Asset Management, Fleet Services Manager and others in the Asset Management Department and throughout the MPRB in development and implementation of a strategic equipment operating and replacement plan to provide for long term financial sustainability of the Equipment Fund.
• Under the guidance of the Director, responsible for preparing, recommending and administering the Park Maintenance Operations and Fleet Services work units' budgets.
• Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, develop and discipline subordinate full-time and seasonal employees for development of a professional and support staff with a high degree of competence and sound judgment within both non-represented and represented work groups.
• Work is conducted primarily in an office setting; position involves traveling to and from various sites, checking in on staff and park operations and frequent attendance at meetings including many that may be conducted during the evening or on weekends, and irregular hours as necessary to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
• Develop and implement services and programs that result in equitable distribution of resources across the MPRB system of parks.

WHAT TO BRING:

Need to Have:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business Administration, Park and Recreation, Facility Management or closely related field. (Master's degree preferred.)
Increasingly responsible experience in park operations and management: at least five (5) years
Increasingly responsible experience in leadership, management and administration: at least five (5) years
Increasingly responsible experience supervising others: at least five (5) years
Valid driver's license

OR

Associate's degree with a major in Business Administration, Park and Recreation, Facility Management or closely related field
Increasingly responsible experience in park operations and management: at least seven (7) years
Increasingly responsible experience in leadership, management and administration: at least seven (7) years
Increasingly responsible experience supervising others: at least five (5) years
Valid driver's license

OR

High school diploma or GED
Increasingly responsible experience in park operations and management: at least nine (9) years
Increasingly responsible experience in leadership, management and administration: at least nine (9) years
Increasingly responsible experience supervising others: at least five (5) years
Valid driver's license

Nice to Have:

Experience supervising unionized employees: at least three (3) years (preferred)
CPRP or CPRE (preferred)

Skills Crucial to Success in This Role:

Contemporary principles and best practices of park operation and maintenance, playground regulations, pool operation, asset management practices, and winter operations for trails, parking lots, parks, and ice rinks.
Contemporary principles and best practices of project management.
Contemporary principles and best practices of personnel management and supervision with a diverse workforce, including unionized workforce.
Contemporary principles and best practices of athletic and other turf management.
Knowledge of forestry and environmental management best practices.
Outstanding customer service principles and practices with a diverse customer base.
Contemporary principles in budget preparation and administration.
Computer and software applications used in business settings, facility management, and asset management.
Critically analyze operations, collaboratively design and implement improvements without disruption of existing operations.
Understand, correctly interpret, and effectively utilize and communicate with others a variety of reports and records.
Read, understand and interpret union collective bargaining agreements.
Thoroughly evaluate project alternatives and make recommendations for improvements in business practices and service delivery.
Provide comprehensive support to assure the successful and effective performance of staff.
Effectively write contracts, policy recommendations, requests for proposals, bids for services and grants.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Job Information Session: A 30 minute Job Information Session will be held on March 10, 2022 at 1:00pm CST. This is your opportunity to ask questions about the position and to gain a better understanding of the civil service application process. Interested parties are encouraged to attend join us via phone conference at612.230.6595.

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Selection Process:
To apply for this full-time civil service position, applicants must complete an online application with supplemental questions at www.minneapolisparks.org/jobs. Late applications will be rejected.
What steps the selection process involves:We review your minimum qualifications.
We rate your training and experience based on application materials and supplemental questions (30%).
We conduct a structured panel interview (oral exam) (70%).
We calculate your civil service score based on the above components and place you on the eligible list if all testing components are passed (passing score for each component and as an overall score is 70.00 or above). Eligible list will expire in three (3) months.
We refer the top finalists to the hiring manager for an interview.
References, including verification of employment and work performance, may be considered.
We conduct a background check. Upon receiving a conditional offer of employment, the applicant will be asked to sign an informed consent allowing the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to obtain their criminal history in connection with the positions sought. View the MPRB Background Check Policy at https://www.minneapolisparks.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Background-Check-Policy.pdf

Please note that HR reserves the right to limit the number of people invited to successive testing events.
The MPRB is a tobacco-free workplace and park system.
The MPRB is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $111,326.52 - $131,491.57 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Minneapolis, MN 55409

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