Salary Range $85,782-$105,083 (D.O.E.)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Trails and Open Space Manager oversees several capital and operating projects and administers various trails and open space programs and policies. This role encompasses supervisory and administrative responsibilities associated with the day-to-day operations of the Trails and Open Space Ranger Program.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Supervises the Trails and Open Space Ranger Program and Staff.
• Provides management of assigned capital projects and programs, including the procurement of contracts, plan development, and supervision of contractors.
• Coordinates writing, securing, and implementing grant funding for relevant projects.
• Coordinates with other City departments and outside agencies on the review of plans and projects, including final construction consistent with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in trails, open space, and active transportation planning and implementation.
• Prepares various documents, including but not limited to staff reports, maps, analysis, and brochures.
• All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 years of experience supervising staff and resources.
• 2 years of experience in outdoor recreation, open space and trails related fields.
• Physical ability to patrol and provide presence on a daily basis on the trails, including but not limited to hiking, biking, and skiing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 6 or more years of experience in management.
• 4 or more years of experience supervising staff and resources.
• Competent in Spanish language.
• Certifications in outdoor recreation, open space or trails related fields.
• Experience working with computer-aided design and mapping.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 75 pounds of trail equipment.
• Physical fitness is a requirement for performing tasks in the field; hiking and cycling is required for patrolling, examination, data gathering, and other trail-related issues.
• Work is performed primarily outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme temperatures.
• Use of equipment including motorized vehicles, chainsaws, and tools, in coordination with the appropriate safety equipment is required.
• Frequent exposure to stressful situations when working with community members and providing civil enforcement or regulations on the trails and open spaces.
• Amplified noise levels may occur when using machinery or tools.
• Hard hats, safety vests and other safety equipment are required when working around and under equipment and buildings, as well as moving vehicles and equipment on streets, parks, and fields.
• May require small amounts of travel to and from meetings, trainings, and conferences.

Occasional non-traditional working hours including holidays, evenings, and weekends.