Parks Operation Specialist - Parks & Recreation Specialist III

Department: Parks Recreation and Natural Resources Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Join the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources (PRNR) team in this professional role supporting the administration and oversight of the County’s Commercial Recreation and Tour Operator (CRTO) and Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators (CBTO) programs. This position helps coordinate compliance and enforcement, monitor commercial activities in County parks and water access locations, track program performance and revenue, and provide operational support. Working with County departments, permitted operators, and the public, this role helps ensure responsible use of public resources, protection of natural resources, compliance with applicable regulations, and equitable access to County park facilities. About the Position Program Administration and Commercial Permit Management Administer the Commercial Recreation and Tour Operator (CRTO) Program and the Pilot Commercial Water-based Charter Boat and Tour Operators Permit Program (CBTO). Assist in the coordination of solicitation processes, permit management, renewals, and vendor agreements in accordance with County policies and procedures. Maintain permit records, medallion tracking, and program documentation. Monitor permitted operator activities to ensure compliance with program requirements, operational guidelines, and County Code. Serve as the primary liaison for permitted operators, responding to inquiries and coordinating communication regarding program expectations, rules, and operational updates. Program Oversight, Compliance Monitoring and Reporting Monitor commercial activity within County parks and water access facilities to identify permitted and unpermitted operations. Coordinate with Code Enforcement, Park Operations staff, and other departments to address violations and ensure program compliance. Track program revenue, utilization, and operational data and assist with preparation of program reports, performance metrics, and evaluations for leadership and Board updates. Support program improvements by evaluating operational trends, community feedback, and industry practices. Business Operations Utilize County systems and software to manage permits, financial transactions, program tracking, and reporting. Assist with internal coordination related to program implementation, special projects, and policy updates related to commercial activity in parks. Perform related duties as assigned in support of PRNR Business Operations. Work Hours: Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Public Administration, Business Administration, Environmental Studies, Leisure Services, or a closely related field.

• AND- two (2) years of related professional experience in program administration, regulatory program oversight, parks operations, business operations, or contract/vendor management.
• OR- A Master’s Degree in one of the above fields may substitute for one (1) year of required experience.

Progressively responsible professional experience may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License is required. Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within six (6) months of hire and maintain certification thereafter. About Everything Else Starting Pay Range: $56,139.20 Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s). If you are selected to join our team, review the required documentation: I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.) U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.) Benefits Health Dental Vision Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Florida Retirement System (FRS) Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits! Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays 3 personal days 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!) Company Culture A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team. We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different. Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally. A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance). Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace. Do you like leaving things better than you found them? We serve the greater good! Our team is here to make Sarasota the premier community to live, work and play! Sarasota has 37 miles of award-winning beaches, over 80 parks and 100 golf courses, and is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival. Unsurpassed beauty, rich cultural offering, diverse educational opportunities, wide-ranging recreational possibilities make Sarasota a great place to live and work! We believe in work-life balance with a generous leave plan. “US News & World Report: Sarasota is No. 1 in Florida and No. 18 in the country for best place to live.” We need YOU to help create wonderful experiences for residents and vacationing guests enjoying Sarasota! #J-18808-Ljbffr Sarasota County