PARK PLANNING MANAGER

Salary: $48.31 - $64.29 HourlyLocation : Madison, WIJob Type: Full time (1.0FTE)Job Number: 2025-00011Department: Land and Water ResourcesOpening Date: 02142025Closing Date: 372025 11:59 PM CentralFLSA: ExemptBargaining Unit: MGR Description Land and Water Resources Department, Parks Division, has a full-time (1.0 FTE) vacancy for a Parks Planner Manager position in Madison, WI.Eligibility List created will be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months. All applicants are encouraged to apply.Equity, Definition and Examples of DutiesCOMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND INCLUSIONAs an employer, we strive to provide a work environment where diversity and differing opinions are valued, creativity is encouraged, continuous learning and improvement are fostered, teamwork and openhonest communication are encouraged, and meeting customers' needs through quality service is a shared goal. All employees must be able to demonstrate multicultural competence - the awareness, knowledge, and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant, and productive ways. Applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations including women, racial and ethnic minorities, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.DEFINITIONUnder general supervision of the Parks Director, the Park Planning Manager is responsible for the planning and development of a countywide park and trail system. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESResponsible for countywide park planning and development projects. Planning and development project types are diverse and may be complex, and could involve millions of dollars of County, State, or Federal funds. Projects often are highly visible and require extensive public participation efforts to inform the public and build consensus among stakeholders such as a variety of County Departments, Federal, State and local units of government, non-profit conservation organizations, recreation user groups, volunteers and private consultants. Responsible for planning and implementation of the County bicyclepedestrian regional trail system. Responsible for updating the County Parks and Open Space Plan every five (5) years and development of Master Plans for Dane County Parks properties. Plan and oversee development of campgrounds, dog parks, trail bridges, boat landings, pathways, piers, parking lots, overlook structures, trails, roadways, playground equipment and all other park infrastructure projects. Coordinate projects with County Public Works - Engineering Division for public bidding and contract administration. Work closely with the Parks Director and Real Estate Coordinator to identify areas for future land acquisition that implement recommendations of the County Parks and Open Space Plan. Coordinate frequently with the Parks Director, Operations Manager, Natural Resource Manager and Engagement and Visitor Services Manager on implementing the goals of objectives of Dane County Parks. Provide supervision, evaluation, coaching, and training to Landscape Architect I's and II's and LTE Park Planning staff. Find applicable grant programs, write and submit grant applications, track grant progress, submit grant reports and reimbursement requests as required.Education, Experience and Special Requirements Education, Training and Experience: Any combination of education, training or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in, Landscape Architecture, Professional option, parks or recreation administration, public administration or closely related field. A minimum of five (5) years of professional park planning and development experience; including at least two (2) years' supervisory or lead experience.LicensesCertifications:Must possess licensurecertification as a Registered Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) in the state of Wisconsin. Certified Park and Recreation Professional Certification, National Recreation and Park Association, preferred but not required.Special Requirements:Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and access to reliable personal transportation, or equivalent. Must be willing to work some evenings and weekends for meetings and events. Must be willing to maintain on-call status as part of a manager weekend rotation April - October. Must be willing to respond in a reasonable amount of time to emergencies during off-work hours even when not on call.Background Check Statement: Some positions may require a criminal background check which can include fingerprinting due to the nature of the job's responsibilities. Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 - 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.) Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.For Bilingual Positions:Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong, etc.). Applicants being considered for bilingual positions will be tested during the recruitment process prior to employment. This will primarily consist of passing an oral language proficiency assessment from English to foreign language and foreign language to English, but may require additional language testing, such as written translation, if it is an essential function of the job. *If applicable, individuals may confirm with the Employee Relations Division whether results of bilingual language certifications examinations they currently hold qualify them for the position's bilingual designation.Physical and Environmental Work Requirements:Professional office work environment. Work involves walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, twisting, turning, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, and reaching within normal ranges. Ability to lift and move a variety of work-related materials weighing up to 25 pounds (withwithout assistance). Prolonged computer and phone use. Manual dexterity using fine and gross motor skills. Ability to speak and be heard by others. Ability to see and hear within normal ranges with or without corrective devices. Ability to conduct indoor and outdoor work, including traversing variable terrains in variable field conditions. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the principles of Landscape Architecture, park and recreation planning, storm water management, regional planning, GIS site inventory and analysis, construction documentation, project management, surveying and site design. Knowledge of federal, state and local laws and regulations governing countywide park planning and development projects. Advanced knowledge of civilsite design process including preparation of construction specifications, grading plans, and site development plans. Ability to prepare technical reports and graphic presentations. Ability to prepare and justify proposed budget expenditures. Ability to prepare master plans through construction documents for all park and trail projects. Ability to read and interpret legal property descriptions. Ability to prepare and present oral and graphic presentations. Ability to maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Become a part of the Dane County Team! We offer a wide range of benefits including fully paid dental and HMO health insurance premiums for full time employeespro rated for part time employees. The County will also provide contributions towards POS health insurance premiums and shortlong term disability. Additional benefits available include long term care, vision coverage, flex spending account and deferred compensation programs paid in full by the employee and a wellness program. For further details on insurance benefits visit Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday andor Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups). Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child. Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely for all or part of their workweek. Dane County considers telecommuting to be a viable, flexible option when both the employee and the job are suited to such an arrangement. Dane County will permit telecommuting when it benefits the productivity of the employee and their department and if determined by employee's department that telecommuting is not detrimental to either the County or the employee.Student Loan Forgiveness: If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.WI Retirement System: Employees hired after 7-1-11 must be expected to work a minimum of 1200 hours annually to be enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System when hired. Like our Facebook page: Dane County participates in E-Verify. For more information see the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters here" and then the 'here' links to this page: 01 Do you have any combination of education, training or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in, Landscape Architecture, Professional option, parks or recreation administration, public administration or closely related field? Yes No 02 Do you have a minimum of five (5) years of professional park planning and development experience? Yes No 03 Do you have at least two (2) years' supervisory or lead experience? Yes No 04 Do you possess licensurecertification as a Registered Professional Landscape Architect (PLA) in the state of Wisconsin? Yes No 05 THIS IS NOT A QUESTION. NOTE TO APPLICANT: Your responses to the following graded questions will also be evaluated based on: (1) Clarity of information, (2) Proper spelling and grammar usage; (3) Conciseness of material; and (4) Organization of narrative. Applicants applying for Dane County jobs are strictly prohibited from using artificial intelligence-generated (AI-generated) content or tools in any part of the job application process. This includes but is not limited to resumes, cover letters, and responses to written or oral questions during the entirety of the recruitment process. Please refer to the introductory paragraph on the Dane County Career Opportunities page (titled: "Important! Applicant - Read This Section Before Applying!") where you accessed your application, for further details of the Dane County Job Applicant Artificial Intelligence Use Prohibited Policy (Paragraph #8). In your application you will be asked to disclose whether or not you used AI to complete any part of the job application process. Exceptions apply if you need to use AI as a health-related accommodation (details for submitting the request are provided in the policy). Otherwise, your application will be disqualified. 06 THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. The Park Planning Manager is responsible for the planning and development of a countywide park and trail system. Please describe how your education, background, and past employment has prepared you to take on both planning and development responsibilities. Be specific about the experience that applies to the duties of this position, including supervisory or lead worker experience. 07 THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. Park development project types are diverse and may be complex, and could involve millions of dollars of County or grant funds. Projects often are highly visible and require extensive public participation efforts to inform the public and build consensus among stakeholders such as local units of government, non-profit conservation organizations, recreation user groups and volunteers. Please describe successful strategies you have employed to build public consensus in potentially controversial development projects. 08 THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. Explain your experience working on public transportation plans, five year park and open space plans, park or trail master plans, regional resource protection plans or other public planning processes. Include descriptions of how the public and stakeholders were engaged in the planning process and what role(s) you led throughout the entire planning process. 09 THIS QUESTION IS GRADED. The Dane County Parks system has grown considerably over the past 20 years. The number of acres owned and managed has roughly tripled and there are now over 200 facilities throughout the park system, including shelters, restrooms, playgrounds, campground infrastructure, trail boardwalks and bridges, maintenance and storage buildings, etc. Please describe your experience developing and maintaining facility inventory and maintenance schedules. How do you incorporate this data into capital improvement planning and budget recommendations? 10 Did you use artificial intelligence (AI)-generated content or tools in any part of this position's job application process? Yes No 11 If you used AI-generated content or tools, do you have an approved request from Dane County's ADA Coordinator to do so? Yes No 12 If you used AI-generated content or tools to complete any part of the job application process, please list in which sections of the application process you did so, including responses to graded questions. Required Question

Created: 2025-02-22