Assistant Director of Parks Maintenance and Golf Services at City of Victoria, TX
City of Victoria, TX · Victoria, United States Of America · Onsite
- Senior
- Office in Victoria
About the Department
The Assistant Director of Parks Maintenance and Golf Services provides leadership and strategic oversight of the City’s parks maintenance operations and municipal golf course services. This role directs managers and supervisors responsible for daily operations, ensuring that facilities, open space, and golf amenities are safe, well-maintained, and responsive to community needs. Key responsibilities include long-range planning, budget development, capital projects, policy implementation, and public engagement. The position also serves as active Director in the absence of the Director of Parks & Recreation.
Position Duties
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Minimum Qualifications
Work is typically performed in a standard office environment with controlled temperature and noise levels, requiring frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, twisting, turning, reaching, and use of standard office equipment. Duties may involve extended periods at a computer workstation as well as occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 20 pounds. Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity are needed to operate computers, phones, and related equipment. The position may require occasional travel to other City facilities, meeting sites, or training locations, with limited exposure to outdoor conditions, and involves regular interaction with employees, vendors, and the public requiring effective communication and professional conduct.
Other Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Parks & Recreation, Public Administrations, Turf/Golf Management, or related field. (Master’s preferred).
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in parks and /or golf operations, including at least three (3) years in senior management or director-level capacity.
- Valid state Driver’s license required
- PGA Professional Golf Management (PGM) Class A certification preferred.
- CPRP or CPRE certification and NRPA/TRAPS membership preferred.
- TABC and Food Handler certifications (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire).
- Advanced knowledge of municipal parks and recreation administration, turf/golf course management, and facility maintenance.
- Expertise in budget development, strategic planning, and capital project management.
- Strong leadership skills to inspire and direct diverse teams.
- Knowledge of public administration principles, policy development, and regulatory compliance.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and community relations skills. Ability to analyze operations, identify improvements, and implement innovative solutions.
