This position is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation CHASE Division, which includes Communications and Customer Experience, History, and Special Events. The CHASE Division Manager plays an integral role in the department’s ongoing efforts to unify the community, provide services and events that celebrate history and culture, and distribute critical information to county residents and staff.

Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer, related software, and other standard office equipment; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers; apply critical thinking skills and make sound decisions, including under pressure; develop and sustain partnerships with various organizations and county departments; and present ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely.

Represents the department to the general public, school representatives, community groups, county staff, vendors, contractors, and other internal and external stakeholders. Participates in the development and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies, and standards affecting operations, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures. Assists in the development and administration of budgets for assigned facilities, services, and programs. Responds to and resolves inquiries and complaints related to the division’s programs, activities, events, operations, projects, and plans. Supervises, trains, and evaluates the work of the division’s professional staff. Performs other work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

 

Bachelor’s degree in recreation, history, marketing, or a related field; seven years of experience in marketing, special events, community engagement, and annual marketing campaigns; and three years of direct supervision and management experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of communications and customer engagement, programming, historical resources, and special events. Working knowledge of strategic planning principles and methodologies to develop, plan, market, organize, and coordinate comprehensive events at various facilities throughout Chesterfield County.

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. 

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required.

About Chesterfield County Parks & Recreation

The Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation Department offers many opportunities for residents to engage in recreation and outdoor pursuits. The county is home to many parks and athletic complexes, where sports tournaments and athletic events are hosted. In addition, the parks system maintains 21 historic sites, an extensive trail system and five conservation areas: Brown and Williamson, Dutch Gap, Radcliffe, Swift Creek and James River. Our indoor facility inventory includes the Bensley, Ettrick, Stonebridge and Beulah recreation centers, the Rockwood Nature Center and the County Fairgrounds. A wide variety of recreation services are offered, catering to the unique interests of citizens. The department’s Program Guide outlines recreation services in sports and athletics, classes, special events, therapeutic recreation, outdoor adventures, programs for older adults, nature exploration, summer camps and historical interpretation. The department is divided into the following core functional areas: Administration/Finance; Community Recreation; Outdoor Recreation; Athletics and Sports Tourism; Historical Facilities, Sites and Programs; Parks Maintenance and Operations; and Planning an...d Construction Services. The department employs 112 full time staff, 45 part-time staff and numerous seasonal and contractual staff. For more information, call (804) 748-1623.

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