DIVISION MANAGER (PARKS/PLANNING AND DESIGN) - City of Cincinnati : Job Details

This employee assists the department Director in managing departmental activities and provides support in all areas of the assigned department. The incumbent directs work assignments and projects of division staff, reviews, and participates in their work, ensuring quality and adherence to policies and procedures. The role involves handling technical and complex tasks related to the division's responsibilities.

Additional Information Related to the Role

Cincinnati Parks is seeking a collaborative, innovative, and motivational leader for our Planning & Design Division. The division manages Parks' Capital Improvement Program, including projects funded through the Cincinnati Southern Railway Trust. This position reports directly to the Director of Parks and is part of the senior leadership team.

The leader will develop and implement plans to preserve, renovate, and improve parks, greenspaces, facilities, and amenities citywide. Projects include neighborhood park renovations, playground replacements, facilities renovations, trail projects, a riverfront marina, stream restoration, conservatory restoration, and ongoing maintenance projects such as stormwater management, masonry, accessibility, infrastructure, and more.

The position supervises architects, engineers, planners, and project managers. The ideal candidate is a strong team builder, focused on creating a positive workplace culture that is mission-driven and collaborative, aiming to enhance parks and greenspaces for the Cincinnati community.

PARKS IMPROVEMENT PLAN

(Illustrative only. Not all duties or tasks listed are necessarily performed by any one position.)

Knowledge of:

• Relevant city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Civil Service Rules and HR Policies.
• Management principles, program evaluation, staffing, organizational structure, and administrative analysis.
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Research methods, data collection, report writing.
• Modern HR management practices.
• Applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• City government structure, administration, and public services.
• English grammar, business correspondence.

Skill to:

• Operate relevant computer hardware and software.
• Operate assigned vehicles.
• Set performance targets and priorities.

Ability to:

• Maintain positive employee relations and integrity.
• Manage EEO/AA programs.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate staff.
• Process detailed information accurately.
• Develop activity timelines with milestones and deadlines.
• Interpret policies and procedures.
• Prepare reports and deliver oral presentations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Build effective relationships with officials and the public.
• Use computers for job duties.
• Perform statistical analyses.
• Plan complex work processes.
• Conduct meetings, hearings, interviews, and training.
• Negotiate as needed and utilize HRIS and Microsoft Office Suite.

A Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field is required; a Master's is preferred. Five years of supervisory experience in business management, focusing on HR, project, or change management is required. Relevant experience may substitute for education, and vice versa.

Other Requirements

• Valid Driver's License.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.
• Ability to work irregular hours, including weekends.

Military Education & Experience

May substitute military training and experience for college coursework based on ACE recommendations.

Environmental Conditions: Must manage indoor and outdoor environments, exposure to weather, machinery, vehicles, dust, chemicals, and inclement weather.

Physical Conditions: Must meet physical demands, with accommodations available for disabilities. Tasks include talking, hearing, sitting, handling, standing, walking, reaching, climbing, and visual requirements.