DIVISION MANAGER (PLANNING)

General Statement of Duties The Cincinnati Recreation Commission is seeking a Division Manager of Planning to lead the planning, design, and implementation of the agency’s Capital Improvement Program. This position is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of projects, including the design and construction of new parks/playgrounds, major recreational facilities, renovations, and park enhancement initiatives that support the Commission’s mission and long‑term vision. Reporting directly to the Director of Recreation, the Division Manager serves as the agency’s most senior planning professional and is a key member of the senior leadership team. The incumbent collaborates closely with the Director, Assistant Directors, Division Managers, consultants, contractors, and community stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of capital projects and strategic initiatives. The Division Manager directs, coordinates, and evaluates the work of professional and technical staff within the Planning Division, including architects, engineering technicians, and other assigned personnel. Responsibilities include assigning and reviewing work, establishing priorities, facilitating collaboration among Recreation divisions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards, and maintaining high levels of quality and accountability in project execution. The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with strong project management expertise, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. This position assists the Director in managing departmental operations, developing strategic plans, and advancing initiatives that enhance recreational facilities, parks/playgrounds, and public spaces for the community. Minimum Qualifications (KSAs) Knowledge of: Appropriate city, state, and federal laws, regulations, and procedures. Civil Service Rules and Human Resources Policies and Procedures. Management principles regarding program evaluation, staffing requirements, tables of organization, and administrative analyses. Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation. Principles and procedures of research, data collection, and report preparation. Modern and complex principles and practices of human resource management. Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations. Structure of City government, City administration, and City services for the public. Standard English grammar, usage and spelling; standard business correspondence formats. Skill to: Operate appropriate computer equipment; use properly all related hardware and software. Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty. Establish performance targets and work priorities. Ability to: Implement and maintain positive employee relations. Promote and maintain highest integrity throughout all personnel. Analyze and manage effective EEO/AA programs. Select, supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate staff. Process information with a high degree of attention to detail. Develop timelines for day‑to‑day activities that contain milestones and deadlines for critical activities and projects. Interpret and explain City policies and procedures. Prepare clear and concise reports; present oral reports. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including City officials and the general public. Use a personal computer in performance of job duties. Perform statistical analyses. Plan complex work processes and procedures for self and others to follow. Conduct meetings and hearings as appropriate. Conduct interviews; conduct training programs; conduct negotiations as assigned. Utilize a human resources information system. Utilize Microsoft Office Suite. Required Education and Experience A bachelor's degree in business administration, Public Administration, or area of operational expertise is required. A master's degree in the aforementioned or operational areas is strongly preferred. Five years of experience in business management at the supervisory level with a primary focus in strategic human resource management, project management, or change management is required. Relevant experience may be substituted for education, and education may be substituted for relevant work experience. Other Requirements Must have a valid Driver’s License. Must be an excellent communicator and team builder. Must be able to work irregular hours, irregular workweek and/or weekends. Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case‑by‑case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations. Probationary Period None Supervision Exercised Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical, and clerical staff. Working and Physical Conditions Environmental Conditions: Must be able to manage indoor and outdoor environments; exposure to office computer screens; exposure to extremes in weather conditions; work with machinery, around moving vehicles; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to dust, safely manage toxic chemicals and inclement weather conditions. Physical Conditions: These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Employer Details City of Cincinnati Address: 805 Central Avenue Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr Cincinnati Recreation Commission