Manager, Parks Capital Planning

2 weeks ago

Oakville, Canada Town of Oakville Full time

**Job Details**:
Permanent Full Time (Non-Union)

**Posting Status**:
Open to all current Town of Oakville employees and external applicants

**Closing Date**:
Applications for this position must be received at oakville.ca by no later than 11:59 pm on **February 12, 2024.**

This position reports to the Director, Parks and Open Space and is responsible for the direct supervision of work relating to parks capital planning and management within the Town of Oakville.

**What can I expect to do in this role?**
- Provide leadership to and supervision of staff including the assignment and priority of work, review of the staff work product, performance evaluation, training and in conjunction with the Director, be involved in the disciplining, promotion, transfer and termination of staff.
- Develop short and long term strategies, including recommendations for acquisition of parkland, related to parks development through implementing an integrated public parkland and open space system.
- Monitor the Section’s activities and the effectiveness of policy implementation and assess the need for change in the context of Council direction, current trends and legislation.
- Respond directly and/or otherwise initiate and ensure investigation and suitable timely follow-up response to inquiries, complaints, or requests for service from the general public, residents, emergency services, other Departments, senior management, Members of Town Council.
- Procure & manage landscape architectural consultants, professional and contract services. Prepare/review project requirements & specifications and/or terms of reference and requests for proposals.
- Develop parks development standards, policies and procedures in consultation with Parks Operations staff to ensure the needs of the community are met within industry best practice. Contributes to Departmental strategic plan and assists in the implementation of approved recommendations.
- Responsible for developing the section’s annual budget, monitoring annual parks development budgets and accounts as well as capital rehabilitation projects and budgets.
- Responsible for assisting in developing and recommending short and long term financial forecasts for park development and park infrastructure/masterplan renewal.
- Approve landscape design drawings, construction specifications and tender documents prepared “in-house” or by consultants. Ensure municipal compliance with legislated requirements and current sound landscape standards and practices.
- Liaise with industry and outside agencies, fostering good relationships, partnering with local Boards, engineering consultants and other external political appointees.
- Liaise with other municipalities and departments on a wide range parks development related matters.
- Lead and represent the section at Oakville Council meetings, various committees, working groups, and taskforces, as required, and public meetings and respond to public comments and inquiries.
- Review and approve park designs ensuring compliance to established policies and procedures.
- Ensure Town policies and By-laws are followed and maintained.
- Maintain effective relations with the public, including communications with developers, citizens, resident associations, community groups and regional/provincial officials; representing the Town at hearings/public meetings including advice as required to statutory land use process.
- Establish for the Section the overall goals and objectives, the work program, identify areas of improvement and change.
- Direct and/or perform research; keep current with ongoing improvements in systems, technologies, practices and programs for municipal park operations and equipment, with a commitment to continuous improvement and adoption of “best practices”.
- Develop, recommend and implement new/revised/innovative technologies, methodologies, policies, standards, levels of service, procedures or programs accordingly.
- Assume the duties of Acting Director during absences or as directed.
- Special projects and other duties as assigned by Director, Parks & Open Space.

**How do I qualify?**
- Post-secondary degree in Landscape Architecture, and a member in good standing with the OALA (Ontario Association of Landscape Architects).
- Knowledge and exposure to “Brownfield development”, community scaled design projects, construction methods, project management, and contract administration.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant progressive experience in park design, planning, development and operations including prior supervisory experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
- An understanding of Provincial legislation such as the Planning Act, Municipal Act, Development Charges Act, Environmental Protection Act etc.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to deal effectively with Council, the public and with staff.
- Demonstrated capability of building confidence in his/her judgment and of inspir

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