Job Description
To allow for growth and salary progression the full salary range is $110,957.47 - $151,900.77 annually. Employees will have the opportunity to move through the posted range based on annual performance reviews and merit increases.
Parks Tacoma is seeking an exceptional leader with expertise in capital program management and project delivery to serve as the Capital Program Manager within the Planning and Asset Management Division of the Business Administration and Planning Department.
The Capital Program Manager is responsible for the planning and implementation of capital projects for the Capital Development and Major Maintenance Business Unit of Parks Tacoma's Planning Division. This Business Unit manages a high volume of impactful park improvement projects within an integrated planning environment, delivering essential facilities to the Tacoma community with an equity emphasis. The Park District’s strategic vision places Parks Tacoma central to the continued transformation of Tacoma as a healthy, cohesive and vibrant community. The Capital Program Manager must embody the core values of the District as set forth within its long-range and strategic planning framework and demonstrate a commitment to fulfilling a vision for Tacoma as a ‘City in a Park’.
The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge and experience with capital program development and delivery with a keen sense for the role of public parks and recreation facilities as critical urban infrastructure contributing to broader community health and wellness outcomes. This position demands an ability to manage multiple capital programs and projects simultaneously with an emphasis on multi-jurisdictional coordination and collaborative problem solving in a fast paced work environment. The scale of projects ranges from simple major maintenance replacements up to high-profile, multi-million dollar projects with a high degree of complexity.
The CIP planning and project management framework at Parks Tacoma's is increasingly data-driven in nature and draws upon recent advancement in our asset management systems and broader GIS-based level-of-service and equity mapping. The Capital Program Manager must understand these systems, skillfully interpret and translate this data to effect positive outcomes on behalf of the agency and the community that it serves.
The Capital Program Manager is responsible for the delivery of projects within the CIP, contributing towards the District’s Capital Facilities Plan whose two-year spending plan averages approximately $25M annually. The successful delivery of this program requires a keen understanding of CIP rules and regulations, business and accounting practices, public-sector legislative processes, personnel management, tactful and effective communication skill, and a personal and professional commitment to manage through adversity when demanded.
Work where you play!Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.
Who We Are
Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.
Why You’ll Love it Here
Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.
Position Information
Under the direction of the District-Wide Capital Improvement Manager, the Capital Program Manager serves as the manager of large and small capital project development and oversees the design, sequencing, coordination, fund administration, budgeting and agreements required to plan and construct capital improvements. This position also leads a staff that includes licensed professional planners, project managers, technical and support staff as well as outside contract project management professionals as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Work involves administration of Parks Tacoma's capital design and construction program, requiring experience with feasibility analysis, master plan and design processes, program and project management, construction management, as well as parks operations and maintenance practices.
Working closely with Parks Tacoma Department Directors who ultimately manage the capital facilities, this customer-service oriented position must be able to develop, monitor, and manage project delivery for efficient use of District capital funds. The position must be able to address a variety of site development issues including environmental, historic and cultural aspects in a manner that enhances interdepartmental and interagency cooperation and public confidence. Adaptability, problem-solving and communication skills are essential. Experience with long-term capital asset management is desirable.
This position shall serve a key role in the cross-departmental coordination of CIP and major maintenance projects and shall serve on multiple committees and work groups implementing a work plan driven by Parks Tacoma policy in the areas of sustainability, asset management and diversity/equity/inclusion. This position has extensive contact with citizen advisory committees, members of the public through presentations and meetings, developers, boards and commissions. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment within established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by the Director or Deputy Director of Planning and Development through regular staff meetings, conferences and reports.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
To allow for growth and salary progression the full salary range is $110,957.47 - $151,900.77 annually. Employees will have the opportunity to move through the posted range based on annual performance reviews and merit increases.
Parks Tacoma is seeking an exceptional leader with expertise in capital program management and project delivery to serve as the Capital Program Manager within the Planning and Asset Management Division of the Business Administration and Planning Department.
The Capital Program Manager is responsible for the planning and implementation of capital projects for the Capital Development and Major Maintenance Business Unit of Parks Tacoma's Planning Division. This Business Unit manages a high volume of impactful park improvement projects within an integrated planning environment, delivering essential facilities to the Tacoma community with an equity emphasis. The Park District’s strategic vision places Parks Tacoma central to the continued transformation of Tacoma as a healthy, cohesive and vibrant community. The Capital Program Manager must embody the core values of the District as set forth within its long-range and strategic planning framework and demonstrate a commitment to fulfilling a vision for Tacoma as a ‘City in a Park’.
The ideal candidate will have broad knowledge and experience with capital program development and delivery with a keen sense for the role of public parks and recreation facilities as critical urban infrastructure contributing to broader community health and wellness outcomes. This position demands an ability to manage multiple capital programs and projects simultaneously with an emphasis on multi-jurisdictional coordination and collaborative problem solving in a fast paced work environment. The scale of projects ranges from simple major maintenance replacements up to high-profile, multi-million dollar projects with a high degree of complexity.
The CIP planning and project management framework at Parks Tacoma's is increasingly data-driven in nature and draws upon recent advancement in our asset management systems and broader GIS-based level-of-service and equity mapping. The Capital Program Manager must understand these systems, skillfully interpret and translate this data to effect positive outcomes on behalf of the agency and the community that it serves.
The Capital Program Manager is responsible for the delivery of projects within the CIP, contributing towards the District’s Capital Facilities Plan whose two-year spending plan averages approximately $25M annually. The successful delivery of this program requires a keen understanding of CIP rules and regulations, business and accounting practices, public-sector legislative processes, personnel management, tactful and effective communication skill, and a personal and professional commitment to manage through adversity when demanded.
Work where you play!Join our team at Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.
Who We Are
Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Tacoma Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.
Why You’ll Love it Here
Come work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Parks Tacoma are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.
Position Information
Under the direction of the District-Wide Capital Improvement Manager, the Capital Program Manager serves as the manager of large and small capital project development and oversees the design, sequencing, coordination, fund administration, budgeting and agreements required to plan and construct capital improvements. This position also leads a staff that includes licensed professional planners, project managers, technical and support staff as well as outside contract project management professionals as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Work involves administration of Parks Tacoma's capital design and construction program, requiring experience with feasibility analysis, master plan and design processes, program and project management, construction management, as well as parks operations and maintenance practices.
Working closely with Parks Tacoma Department Directors who ultimately manage the capital facilities, this customer-service oriented position must be able to develop, monitor, and manage project delivery for efficient use of District capital funds. The position must be able to address a variety of site development issues including environmental, historic and cultural aspects in a manner that enhances interdepartmental and interagency cooperation and public confidence. Adaptability, problem-solving and communication skills are essential. Experience with long-term capital asset management is desirable.
This position shall serve a key role in the cross-departmental coordination of CIP and major maintenance projects and shall serve on multiple committees and work groups implementing a work plan driven by Parks Tacoma policy in the areas of sustainability, asset management and diversity/equity/inclusion. This position has extensive contact with citizen advisory committees, members of the public through presentations and meetings, developers, boards and commissions. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment within established policies and procedures. Work is reviewed by the Director or Deputy Director of Planning and Development through regular staff meetings, conferences and reports.
In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
- Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
- Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
- Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
- Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.
About Metro Parks Tacoma
Metro Parks Tacoma is a CAPRA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community.
Good parks, open space and program services contribute to economic development by fostering economic benefits and promoting tourism:
- Environmentally, they provide green infrastructure and help manage climate change.
- Socially, they revitalize communities, create safer neighborhoods, help children learn and grow, improve public and environmental health, and support smart growth.
- Culturally, open space and program services can nurture a sense of place in the community, and provide opportunities to engage the public of diverse backgrounds.