Division Lead, Maintenance and Skilled Trades

East Bay Regional Park District•Oakland, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The East Bay Regional Park District invites applications for the position of Division Lead, Maintenance and Skilled Trades (MAST), an exceptional leadership opportunity for an accomplished public works professional to help shape the future of one of the nation's premier regional park systems. Reporting to the Assistant General Manager of Facilities and Infrastructure, the Division Lead of MAST plays a pivotal role in directing the maintenance, renovation, and rehabilitation of the District's extensive infrastructure. The position provides strategic leadership for roads and trails, fleet management, skilled trades, water utility maintenance, sanitation and recycling, and renovations, while partnering with the Executive Team and departments across the organization to ensure the District's buildings, trails, roads, utilities, and vehicles remain safe, functional, and well maintained. Working across a diverse organization, the Division Lead of MAST serves as a trusted advisor on complex operational matters, helping align maintenance strategies with the District's operational priorities and long-term vision. Joining the East Bay Regional Park District means becoming part of an organization dedicated to protecting extraordinary natural and cultural resources while improving the quality of life for millions of visitors each year. For public works professionals who are motivated by public service, strategic leadership, and the opportunity to see their work translated into lasting community investments, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful and enduring impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, project management, or a related field.
Six (6) years of full-time experience in facility maintenance and equipment operations and maintenance.
Three (3) years of which must have been as a mid-level manager level with supervision responsibility.
Submit a resume and cover letter.
Cover letter and resume must provide sufficient detail about background and experience, including relevant leadership experience, department(s)/division(s) overseen, size of operating budget managed, number of employees supervised, and overall scope/size of the division/department led.

Nice To Haves

Innovative, collaborative, and strategic public works leader.
Combines technical and managerial expertise with the ability to lead complex maintenance and infrastructure programs that advance the District's mission.
Extensive executive leadership experience in public administration, particularly within infrastructure maintenance, public works, or a special district.
Understands the critical and unique role regional parks play in promoting the health and wellness of the communities served.
Demonstrates deep knowledge of the professional and managerial skills necessary to oversee complex maintenance programs, including facilities, roads and trails, fleet, water utilities, and skilled trades, guided by sound fiscal management in budgeting, purchasing, and contracting.
Builds a cohesive, inclusive team; leads by example; and is visible, accessible, and approachable, building trust and motivating a wide range of team members with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets.
Maintains strong working relationships across departments and divisions, working seamlessly with colleagues to steward the Park District's rich heritage of natural, cultural, and open space resources.
Engages confidently and diplomatically with executive leadership and elected officials, representing the District positively at all levels.
Communicates effectively with and motivates a wide range of team members, while focusing on customer service excellence for both the public and a large group of internal customers.
Demonstrates ethical leadership and sound judgment while responsibly managing public resources to achieve annual objectives aligned with the Park District's mission.

Responsibilities

Administers the operations and daily activities of the Maintenance Department.
Serves as a member of the Park District's senior leadership team, providing leadership, direction, and technical expertise to Maintenance Department programs and staff.
Manages and directs facilities maintenance, major renovations and replacements, equipment operation, and public works-related infrastructure.
Provides strategic support to the Executive Team through capital and operational planning, project prioritization, and long-term maintenance budgeting.
Oversees the maintenance, repair, and renovation of buildings and structures, roads and trails, water and sanitation systems, fleet and specialized equipment, and skilled trades programs.
Analyzes infrastructure needs, develops project funding plans and monitors progress.
Supports the Assistant General Manager in Division strategic planning and budgeting.
Manages the District's work order processing system.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal laws and standards.
Responds to public operational or maintenance emergencies and disasters caused by fire, flood, earthquake, or other natural events.

Benefits

Vacation: 12 days/year, increasing with years of service.
Sick Leave: 12 days/year, unlimited accrual.
Holidays: 15 paid holidays annually.
Administrative Leave: 40 hours/year, plus an additional 40 hours/year after one year of service at the discretion of the General Manager.
Retirement: Participation in CalPERS with a 2.5% at 55 formula for Classic members and 2% at 62 formula for new PEPRA members.
Medical: Choice of CalPERS HMO and PPO Health Plans. The Park District pays up to 100% of the family Kaiser premium.
Vision: Employee paid standard plan or buy-up plan; Coverage through VSP.
Dental: District paid; Delta Dental PPO/ Delta Dental Premier.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical care and/or dependent care FSA Plan available.
Tuition Reimbursement
Long-Term Disability
Short Term Disability through SDI
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance.
Participation in Social Security and Medicare.