Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $63,000.00 - $70,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Job Description
El Paso County is a dedicated public service provider committed to enhancing the quality of life in the Pikes Peak Region by ensuring the effective delivery of essential services to residents, businesses, and communities. Known for its trusted leadership and excellence in county service delivery, El Paso County values service focus, collaboration, accountability, trustworthiness, and transparency. The county’s Parks Department plays a pivotal role in fostering community wellbeing through the stewardship of recreational programs and public spaces. It aims to create a welcoming environment that encourages active lifestyles, connected communities, and lasting positive impacts through various programs and events.
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Job Requirements
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
- Must pass conditional post offer background investigation, motor vehicle record check, and drug screen
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Three years of experience in program administration, coordinating programs and events, or related experience
- One year of supervisory or demonstrated leadership experience
- Ability to work a schedule that includes Tuesday through Saturday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm with occasional evening shifts and weekend hours
- Ability to perform duties in an office environment and outdoors in varying weather and terrain
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of program management principles, performance measurement, and regulatory compliance
- Possess a high level of attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to recruit, lead, manage, and train others
- ability to objectively review, evaluate, and document the performance of employees
- ability to guide, direct, lead, and motivate staff and volunteers
- Ability to consistently uphold County values and demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic in all interactions and responsibilities
- Ability to learn and use program-specific software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
- Ability to analyze data, evaluate processes, and implement improvements
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County staff, elected officials, news media, donors, vendors, volunteers, and the public
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Ability to access situations, exercise sound judgement, and make prudent and appropriate decisions
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including multi-line telephone, computer, printer, and copier
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
- High school diploma or equivalent education
- Three years of experience in program administration, coordinating programs and events, or related experience
- One year of supervisory or demonstrated leadership experience
- Associate’s degree in a related field may substitute for one year of the required experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for two years of the required experience
Job Duties
- Oversees day-to-day program operations to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery
- Collaborates with other departments, community partners, and external agencies to coordinate services and support program goals
- Develop and implement strategies to market programs, events, and services
- create outreach materials
- coordinate with internal communications teams
- and engage community partners to increase program visibility and participation
- Support fundraising efforts as needed, including identifying potential funding opportunities, assisting with grant applications, participating in community fundraising events, and cultivating partnerships that may enhance program resources
- Recommends new and existing program activities to leadership
- maintains records and prepares reports
- and conducts ongoing evaluations to assess program effectiveness, efficiency, and alignment with organizational priorities
- Establishes performance expectations, sets clear goals, and regularly assesses team members’ competencies through structured feedback, individual development plans, and performance evaluations
- Motivates employees to reach peak productivity and performance
- participates in the hiring and disciplinary process
- Assigns and supervises the work of assigned staff and volunteers
- Provides guidance and training to employees
- determines and coordinates ongoing training of assigned staff
- Participates in the negotiation, development, and review of program agreements, contracts, and partnership arrangements
- provides operational input to leadership to support informed decision-making
- Assists leadership with budgetary oversight by preparing revenue projections, developing event budgets, monitoring expenditures, and creating post-program evaluations to inform financial planning
- Collects and prepares donations for deposit, following all County and standard cash-handling policies and procedures
- Maintains accurate tracking of reports and expenditures, assists with resolving budget-related issues, and prepares purchase order requests, including setting up new vendors as needed
- Completes timely and accurate data collection and develops reports to support program evaluation and decision-making
- Performs other duties as required
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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