The Recreation & Parks Special Projects Coordinator leads improvement projects to meet the recreational needs of the community. This position works under the general supervision of the Recreation & Parks Director while collaborating with City staff, other governmental organizations, contractors, and residents.
Essential Functions
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Assists the department Director in planning and prioritizing the Capital Improvement Program; oversees the implementation of funded projects.
• Serves as Project Manager for department projects as assigned.
• Assists in the development and evaluation of requests for qualifications, requests for proposals and bid documents as well as the selection of contracted services and equipment purchases.
• Reviews plans and specifications for projects. Coordinates approvals with the department Director.
• Evaluates and recommends approval of landscape designs and plant selections.
• Inspects projects while in progress and when completed to ensure compliance with job requirements.
• Reviews purchase orders, invoices for payment and other documents for accuracy of information; recommends approval of invoices for payment.
• Assists with management of grant funding for projects.
• Assists with interviewing, selection, and evaluation of employees.
• Assists the Director in the development and implementation of operating policies and procedures.
• Performs periodic inspections of all Recreation & Parks facilities.
• Calculates the most efficient and cost-effective methods to extend the useful life of facilities and equipment.
• Coordinates donations and special projects with community volunteers and organizations.
• Makes presentations at community, regional and state meetings, and functions on behalf of the Department and the City.
• Serves as Acting Director in the absence of the Department Director.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Planning, Horticulture/Plant Science, Recreation Management, or related field and three (3) years project management experience or Associates Degree and seven (7) years project management experience.
• Project Management certification preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Tennessee Driver’s License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate projects.
• Knowledge of planning and design principles for construction and landscaping projects.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory practices & principles.
• Knowledge of and ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic long- and short-range planning.
• Ability to assist in the development of Department goals and objectives.
• Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently.
• Ability to adapt to changes in priority.
• Knowledge of City and Department organization, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor when dealing with the public.
• Ability to take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
• Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures
• Ability to prepare performance evaluations and make recommendations regarding unsatisfactory employees.
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Ability to analyze and prepare organizational and functional reports from research data.
• Ability to work the allocated hours of the position.

All parties interested in this position should have an application and/or resume on file with the Personnel Department no later than 12:00 noon, Friday August 12, 2022.

personnel@oakridgetn.gov

https://tn-oakridge.civicplushrms.com/

865.425.3564
THE CITY OF OAK RIDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING THE DISABLED