Park Project Coordinator

City of Denton•Denton, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Park Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, overseeing, and managing municipal parks and open-space capital improvement projects, including their schedules, costs, and quality. The role provides technical support for the design, construction, and project management of park development, such as paving, utilities, buildings, sports complexes, trails, playgrounds, landscaping, and art installations. The coordinator manages project contracts and records, reviews designs and construction submittals, monitors compliance with applicable laws and standards, addresses project risks and conflicts, and reports on progress and outcomes. The position also serves as a liaison for park development review, park land dedication and acquisition, and construction on City park land and open spaces. It coordinates with developers, contractors, vendors, City departments, agencies, and community stakeholders; prepares procurement and related documents; supports grants and policy development; and leads public engagement and project communications. The role represents the Department at meetings and hearings and prepares presentations for internal and external audiences. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and three years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses. It is safety-sensitive and requires a valid Class C driver’s license and minimum state-required automobile liability insurance, along with successful completion of specified screening and, when driving for City business, the City’s Defensive Driving Course. Work is primarily in an office setting, with required travel to City buildings and professional meetings, occasional irregular or prolonged hours, and the ability to work outside normal business hours as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture, Parks and Recreation Administration, Urban Planning, Natural Resources, Forestry, Horticulture, Engineering, or a related field, and three years of experience in construction management, planning, park development, engineering, or a related field; alternatively, an equivalent combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local government legislative processes, codes, regulations, and laws.
Knowledge of design and construction processes, methodologies, products, and quality standards.
Knowledge of City of Denton policies and practices.
Moderate problem-solving skills, including identifying moderate-to-complex problems, evaluating options, and implementing solutions.
Ability to support continuous improvement in processes, relationships, and cost savings.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and other software systems used to complete work.
Ability to provide exceptional service to internal and external customers and to use tact, patience, and courtesy in interpersonal relationships.
Ability to read and comprehend highly technical or specialized materials.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and competing priorities, maintain attention to detail, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships and handle difficult or stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.
Effective oral and written communication tailored to the audience.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, files, and reports.
Ability to support controversial positions, negotiate sensitive issues, and make presentations to internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to motivate, mentor, and manage teams through direct and indirect influence.
Must have and maintain a valid Class C driver’s license and state-required minimum automobile liability insurance before employment; a Texas Class C license and required insurance must be obtained within 90 days of hire under state law.
Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and Social Security number verification.
Must complete the City’s Defensive Driving Course as soon as possible after employment if required to drive a City or personal vehicle for City business.
Must follow established safety procedures, including those for lifting and climbing, and operate tools and equipment safely.
Must be able to work outside normal business hours as required and maintain regular, punctual attendance at the worksite.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, oversee, and manage municipal parks and open-space capital improvement projects, including time, cost, and quality.
Manage and serve as a technical resource for the construction, design, and project management of park development projects, including paving, utilities, buildings, sports complexes, trails, playgrounds, landscaping, and art installations.
Maintain contracts among the City, vendors, developers, and outside agencies and ensure project requirements are implemented.
Maintain design and construction records and ensure projects comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Analyze designs for cost suitability, maintainability, form, and function, and develop solutions to identified problems where appropriate.
Serve as a liaison among the City of Denton, owners, contractors, and vendors; help evaluate and resolve conflicts, manage risks, and ensure work meets contract and project specifications.
Review project progress, prepare progress and status reports, provide updates, and conduct post-project evaluations.
Review and interpret project plans, specifications, reference standards, and contractor shop-drawing submittals as needed.
Prepare vendor solicitation documents, including RFQs, RFPs, ordinances, and staff reports, in accordance with internal policies and applicable statutes.
Assist with research, preparation, implementation, and management of federal, state, local, and City of Denton foundation grants.
Lead public engagement and oversee project, facility, program, and service marketing and promotional campaigns, including milestone updates.
Represent the Department at meetings, hearings, and planning committees and prepare and deliver presentations to stakeholders.
Liaise on management and review of the Park Land Dedication and Development Ordinance, including private development review and park land acquisition.
As a member of the Development Assistance Team, administer the City of Denton Park Dedication and Development Ordinance and serve as the primary contact for park planning and design to align with departmental strategic master plans.
Draft ordinances, development agreements, and landscape maintenance agreements and coordinate their progress with developers and internal departments.
Coordinate easement requests through public park land and ensure compliance with Texas Parks and Wildlife Code, Chapter 26.
Identify and administer park land acquisition, including easements, fee-simple transactions, and land dedications, in coordination with stakeholders.
Support and administer construction activities such as field orders, inspections, change orders, RFIs, record-drawing notations, and daily or monthly activity reports.
Serve as park planning and development lead in developing policies and processes and researching issues and impacts of programs, projects, or policies.
Serve as the primary contact and liaison for management, oversight, and quality control of construction and development on City park land and open spaces.
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, follow safety procedures, and promptly report unsafe or uncorrectable conditions.
Maintain regular and punctual worksite attendance and travel to City buildings and professional meetings as required.