Aquatics Manager:  Mittleman Jewish Community Center, Portland Oregon

OPENING DATE:  July 26, 2010

CLOSING DATE:  Open Until Filled (First Screening August 6, 2010)

SALARY:  $29,000 - $34,000 Per Year, DOE

STATUS:  Full Time, Exempt, Management

TO APPLY:  Obtain an application from the Mittleman Jewish Community Center, 6651 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, OR 97219, 503-244-0111; or at our website: www.oregonjcc.org.  A signed, completed application is required; submission of a resume is optional and does not replace the required application form.  Proof of required certifications must be included.  Please return your application materials to the attention of the MJCC Human Resources Office at the address noted above.  The MJCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

INTRODUCTION:  The Aquatic Manager is responsible for carrying out the MJCC’s commitment to service its members in the best aquatics environment possible with the friendliest staff, most educated members, cleanest facility, most ethical business practices and the best maintained pools.  This position will oversee the aquatic operation and provide on-site leadership for aquatic staff.  The Aquatic Manager actively promotes membership and purchases of aquatics services such as swim lessons, thereby assisting the MJCC with member satisfaction and retention.  This position is also responsible for all matters pertaining to equipment and safety on the pool deck.

For a full job description, please click the following link.  Aquatics Manager

Metro - Portland, OR

Open until filled. Resume review will begin on July 30, 2010
$123,771 - $179,480 annually

Metro is the regional government that protects open space and parks, plans for land use and transportation, and manages garbage disposal and recycling for 1.5 million residents in three counties and 25 cities in the Portland, Oregon, region.

We are looking for a progressive leader with a proven track record as an effective communicator and a team builder. This executive level position reports directly to the Deputy Chief Operating Officer and serves as a member of the senior leadership team. Oversight areas include long-range and short-term planning, policy and program analysis, development and implementation, and financial and human resources management.

Parks and Environmental Services provides a broad range of services to the citizens of the region and directly serves over one million customers each year. PES is responsible for three service divisions: parks and natural areas management, solid waste operations and property services. Parks and natural areas management maintains and operates, either directly or through service contracts, a diverse portfolio, including regional parks, boat ramps, a golf course, over 10,000 acres of natural areas and 14 Pioneer Cemeteries. To carry out its strategies for the environmentally sound disposal of waste, solid waste operations manages two transfer stations, two hazardous waste processing facilities, a latex paint recycling facility, and contracts for disposal of solid waste and hazardous waste. It also monitors the region's two largest inactive landfills. Property services (building and security services and office services) provides efficient and effective customer-driven services in support of Metro's operating units. 

Agency Profile

·         State Parks is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve for staggered, six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system is comprised of 126,000 total acres, including 120 developed parks, recreation programs, cultural and historical resources, trails, boating safety and winter recreation. The agency has a total 2009-11 biennium operating budget of $152 million and is committed to working closely with policymakers, including legislators and the governor, to identify a stable, dedicated funding source that will sustain park operations while providing resources to keep these beautiful treasures maintained for the public today and into the future.

·         Agency mission: The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission fosters outdoor recreation and education statewide to provide enjoyment and enrichment for all and a valued legacy to future generations. The Commission acquires, operates, enhances and protects a diverse system of recreational, cultural, historical and natural sites.

·         Centennial 2013 vision: In 2013, Washington's state parks will be premier destinations of uncommon quality, including state and regionally significant natural, cultural, historical and recreational resources that are outstanding for the experience, health, enjoyment and learning of all people.

·         Washington State Parks employs more than 550 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee and Tumwater.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Commission, the Director provides leadership and vision in the acquisition, operation, enhancement, and protection of the state park system of recreational, cultural, historical and natural sites.  Key responsibilities include:

·         Serving as a member of the Governor’s cabinet. Building and maintaining relationships with the Governor’s office, congressional offices, legislative committees, tribes, county and city community leaders, community organizations and other stakeholders.

·         Establishing the priorities and direction of the agency. Overseeing the management of all elements of the state park system, applying the most efficient and effective uses of staff and financial resources for the benefit of the public. Providing public information and processes for planning and implementing the vision and strategic plan for the state park and recreation system. Continuously reviewing and providing direction required to accomplish the goals of the agency strategic plan.  

·         Securing funding for the system through grants management, legislative initiative and donations; approving spending plans and accounts for financial resources, including approximately $40 million in revenue and $20 million in citizen donations each biennium.

·         Representing the state, the Commission and the Governor on matters concerning parks, in negotiations and communications with a range of governmental and public bodies: Legislature, state, federal and local governments, tribes and the public. Parks-related issues include park operations, recreation, land management, development of conservation resources, cultural resources and stewardship. Serving as a member of the Recreation and Conservation Board.

Candidate Profile

The most successful candidate will possess the ability to direct and lead a complex agency through strategic management and the communication of the strategy through an agency vision that is understandable and practical for the public, public policy makers and agency staff. We are most interested in candidates who have the ability to solve complex problems and issues, whether organizational or political, and who possess excellent facilitation and conflict resolution skills. Serving as the chief spokesperson for the agency, this person must have superb interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring public leader, while also possessing the ability to coach and lead a staff in an environment that fosters creativity, teamwork, a commitment to excellence and mutual respect, including the ability to develop an organization with clear expectations, empower employees and hold them accountable. The candidate must also have a demonstrated commitment to stewardship of natural, cultural and historic resources and sustainable practices. A bachelor’s degree or higher in natural resource management, park management, outdoor recreation, public administration or business administration is strongly preferred. A background in natural resource management (i.e. geology, geography, natural history, forest, parks planning, outdoor recreation, parks management) also is strongly preferred.

How to Apply

Please e-mail your resume and a letter of interest expressing why you are a good fit for this position to christy.sterling@parks.wa.gov. If you have any questions, please contact Christy Sterling, Human Resource Operations Manager, at (360) 902-8566. www.parks.wa.gov

To ensure full consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit materials by close of business on Aug. 31, 2010.

SELECTION PROCESS

The top candidates will be forwarded to the Commission sub-committee for consideration for oral interviews.

A two-day interview process will be held on Oct. 4 and 5, 2010.

The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam-era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902?8565 or the Washington Telecommunications Relay Service at (800) 833-6388.