Administrative Program Manager III

State of Maryland•Anne Arundel, MD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year. This position is Management Services and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. This position is a senior level function, responsible for the oversight and development of statewide maintenance programs; review and prioritization of parks’ critical maintenance needs; coordination and oversight of Maryland Park Service (MPS) In-house maintenance and construction projects; coordination and oversight of park utility projects to include water, electricity, gas, solar and green infrastructure, telecommunications and internet (in close collaboration with Engineering & Construction, Information Technology, Maryland Environmental Service, Land Acquisition and Planning, the Office of the Attorney General, Fiscal and Administrative Services and other relevant partners); support and coordination of unique maintenance plans for specialized park facilities such as swimming pools, irrigation systems, marina fuel pumps, and similar recreational facilities; management of MPS vehicle fleet and heavy equipment inventory and replacement plan, and general oversight of Maryland Park Service Training Division, in support of the management and preservation of the state’s natural, cultural, historical, and recreational resources to provide the best use for the benefit of people. The Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Maryland Park Service, is currently accepting applications for an Administrative Program Manager III that serves as the Maintenance and Logistics Program Manager for all state parks. This senior level position is responsible for the oversight and development of statewide maintenance programs; review and prioritization of parks’ critical maintenance needs; coordination and oversight of Maryland Park Service (MPS) in-house maintenance and construction projects; coordination and oversight of park utility projects to include water, electricity, gas, solar and green infrastructure, telecommunications and internet (in close collaboration with Engineering & Construction, Information Technology, Maryland Environmental Service, Land Acquisition and Planning, the Office of the Attorney General, Fiscal and Administrative Services and other relevant partners); support and coordination of unique maintenance plans for specialized park facilities such as swimming pools, irrigation systems, marina fuel pumps, and similar recreational facilities; management of MPS vehicle fleet and heavy equipment inventory and replacement plan, and general oversight of Maryland Park Service Training Division. This position performs duties at the direction of the Director and in coordination with the Deputy Director, Regional Managers and Director of Planning to direct maintenance activities that impact public lands. The incumbent serves as a member of Maryland Park Service Leadership Team. Performs maintenance managerial duties to ensure efficient operation of public lands through the statewide management of park maintenance programs, critical maintenance and capital improvements, coordination of analysis and reports to provide direction to agency staff, and deliver clean, operable, safe, and user-friendly facilities to the public. Supervises the Maintenance Program Coordinators and Training Division Manager and provides general direction to all managers and employees regarding maintenance matters. This position manages the Maryland Park Service vehicle fleet and heavy equipment inventory and replacement, and oversees the development and implementation of training programs and policies for classified and contractual staff.

Requirements

Education: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in the field of biology, forestry, ecology, natural resources management, or a related natural science; parks and recreation, history, business administration, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field;
Experience: Eight years of experience in project management, forest/park administration, maintenance, and/or operations or skilled maintenance/construction trades (e.g. master electrician, plumber, carpenter, heavy equipment operator, etc.).
Five years of experience must have been in a supervisory capacity over full-time personnel engaged in forest/park operations and/or maintenance/construction work.
Seasonal employees/temporary employees/interns will not count towards supervisory experience
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Nice To Haves

Three years of professional experience directly managing park operations and supervising employees in a Maryland State Park is preferred.
Five years of professional field-level experience working in a park setting is preferred.
Three years of managing budgets and personnel, managing and maintaining park facilities/grounds is preferred.
Candidates should have experience leading work crews in project completion through verbal and written communications.
Candidates should have experience estimating staff requirements and resource needs, procuring equipment and supplies, and completing other project management tasks.
Candidates should have good organization skills to prioritize multiple projects, organize multiple tasks and maintain multiple project files.

Responsibilities

Oversight and development of statewide maintenance programs
Review and prioritization of parks’ critical maintenance needs
Coordination and oversight of Maryland Park Service (MPS) In-house maintenance and construction projects
Coordination and oversight of park utility projects to include water, electricity, gas, solar and green infrastructure, telecommunications and internet (in close collaboration with Engineering & Construction, Information Technology, Maryland Environmental Service, Land Acquisition and Planning, the Office of the Attorney General, Fiscal and Administrative Services and other relevant partners)
Support and coordination of unique maintenance plans for specialized park facilities such as swimming pools, irrigation systems, marina fuel pumps, and similar recreational facilities
Management of MPS vehicle fleet and heavy equipment inventory and replacement plan
General oversight of Maryland Park Service Training Division
Performs maintenance managerial duties to ensure efficient operation of public lands through the statewide management of park maintenance programs, critical maintenance and capital improvements, coordination of analysis and reports to provide direction to agency staff, and deliver clean, operable, safe, and user-friendly facilities to the public.
Supervises the Maintenance Program Coordinators and Training Division Manager and provides general direction to all managers and employees regarding maintenance matters.
Oversees the development and implementation of training programs and policies for classified and contractual staff.