Parks Project Advisor - Place-based Learning

Oakland County•Waterford, MI

3d•$39 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire General Summary Hourly rate: $38.69-$45.13 Location: Waterford, MI The Project Advisor for Place-based Learning provides advisory and systems support to advance Oakland County Parks Mission 26, strengthen organizational culture and skills, and expand equitable access and participation in educational programming across Oakland County. This role aligns education initiatives to performance indicators, develops tools to measure impact and accountability, builds relationships across Oakland County school districts, and facilitates collaboration that leads to cohesive, mission-driven culture. As a Project Advisor, you would be responsible for preparing recommendations regarding proposals, projects, policies, and procedures to departmental managers. You'll initiate, plan, and recommend techniques and procedures for completing projects and assignments. Advises staff on the most effective process to complete assignments. Reviews and consults on day-to-day problems, policies, and procedures with appropriate supervision. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.

Requirements

Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in an area related to planning, project coordination, public administration, public relations, communications, or related field of study.
Have had at least five (5) years of full‑time technical or professional level experience in an area related to the function of the assigned department.
NOTE: Additional experience of the type described above may be substituted for the college degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license.
Maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license.

Nice To Haves

Considerable knowledge of departmental operations.
Familiar with current word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, and Internet software.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the research, planning, and implementation of new programming and/or projects as created under a millage, grant funding or other one-time funding as approved by the Parks & Recreation Commission.
Acts as a subject matter expert in assigned project area. Once the program has been established, ensures a successful transition to Parks staff for oversight.
Participates in cost recovery and gap analysis efforts within the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Department.
Advises communication staff with the design and implementation of media programs for classes, tours, and special events for the public or particular groups to promote usage, understanding and acceptance of Parks and Recreation properties, facilities, projects, programs, and activities.
Communicates regularly with Oakland County cities, villages, and townships about current and future OCPR projects and programs, acting as a community liaison for inquiries regarding grants, partnerships, and collaborations.
Leads efforts to review and recommend projects to the Parks and Recreation Commission for collaboration or funding through established programs in alignment with approved processes and procedures.
Assists in the coordination of public information and advertising activities for the Parks and Recreation Division in various types of Countywide media such as newspapers, TV, and radio broadcasts.
Answers public inquiries including information about locations, activities and charges for park and other County parks.
Speaks to civic organizations and interested citizens to inform the public of park regulations and available recreation facilities.
Provides advice to departmental representatives regarding projects and objectives according to established budgetary procedures.
Provides assistance to assigned departmental representatives on various fiscal, business, and/or personnel issues in current and proposed programs.
Determines and suggests new procedures to respond to changing needs and implements procedures.
Confers with supervisor regarding division policies and procedures and ensures they are followed by staff.
Conducts research, prepares reports, and writes proposals to obtain grant funding.
Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.