Job

ID 40531

Location Parks & Recreation Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Overview At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction. Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Job Description General Functions :

This position is responsible for supervising and administering one or more major programs or projects across a division. The Program Manager leads teams, oversees service delivery, and ensures the successful execution of program goals through community engagement, outreach, and policy implementation. Work is performed with a considerable degree of independence and the exercise of sound judgment under the general supervision of a department manager or designated supervisor. Performance is evaluated through completed projects, team effectiveness, and achievement of program outcomes.

Representative Duties/Assignments :

Utilizes Document Management for revenue collection and processing, scholarships and trust, proprietary systems for revenue and registration transactions, myOCTIME time and labor, contracted instructor and concessionaire agreement audits, leading training presentations, and performance management system/benchmarking dashboards. General operational knowledge of trails, turf fields, league relations, private/public partnerships, gymnasium recreation centers, organized labor, landscape maintenance and installation contracts, performance development and oversight through onsite work, audits, instruction, and resource accountability. Present to governing boards, staff and general public. The position operates with limited direct supervision and great independence in pursuit of County and Division service objectives. Determines goals and objectives for parks and is responsible for planning and programming, public relations, administration, resources management, visitor protection, interpretation, visitor services, and maintenance, rehabilitation, development, and construction. Provides coordination and planning input for natural and cultural resources and meets public needs and adverse external impacts. Ensures application of good management practices to develop and maintain employee morale, productivity, career development, and achieve an optimum balance between operating costs and program effectiveness through regular performance monitoring, data collection, and reporting. Maintains and perpetuates the integrity of the cultural and environmental resources; provides for the enjoyment, appreciation, and understanding of the parks by the public; and controls public use that could impact park resources and their enjoyment. Maintains responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of physical facilities involving construction, maintenance, and repair of roads, trails, structures, buildings, utilities, and other features. Provides support to line management, including budget preparation and fiscal records, personnel management, recruitment, staffing, procurement, and property management, technical training and procedural assistance, vehicle and equipment use, and disposal and acquisition of excess property. Monitors and prepares draft responses and background data to public and administrative office inquiries on controversial issues or public complaints regarding programs, operations, or employee conduct.

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two (2) years of experience in program management, project coordination, public administration, community outreach or other closely related experience. In lieu of the degree requirements, additional relevant experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Preferences :

Active membership in NRPA and state park and recreation professional association. Technical competency with a variety of computing applications including Excel, Word, and other productivity applications conducive to public presentations and community leadership. Experienced recreation program leadership, sport field management, environmental stewardship, and multimillion- dollar fiscal management. Five years supervisory experience of more than six subordinates and multiple properties. Experience operating aquatic, athletic, and childcare facilities, and programs

Application Deadline Open Date:

09/23/2026

Close Date:

10/02/2026 This posting is subject to close without prior notice.

Salary Information Pay Grade:

019 - From $33.73 to $43.86

FLSA Status:

Exempt Placement based on Education and Experience Benefits 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually. 18 days paid time off per year. Longevity bonus based on years of service. 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually. Low-cost medical, dental, vision, additional life insurance. Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one. Participation in the Florida Retirement System. Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc. Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers. Free onsite wellness coaching, including dietician and nurse. Tuition reimbursement program. Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Disclaimer:

Benefits may vary for employees under collective bargaining agreements. For more information on Benefits visit - https://www.ocfl.net/EmploymentVolunteerism/EmployeeBenefits.aspx Veterans Preference If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the closing date of the posting. Please scan and upload a copy of your cover letter and supporting documents, to Orange County Human Resources Division via the secure Box.com folder. Your cover letter should include the Job ID number you are applying for, the title of the position, your full name and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

•If you are a current employee returning from active military service, you may be eligible for promotion preference if the active military service qualifies for Veterans' Preference. Please note that Veterans' Preference applies only to a Veterans' first promotion after reinstatement or reemployment, without exception. Educational Requirements If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense. Address 4801 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808 Notes Selected candidates will be required to provide employment references and will be required to complete a pre-employment drug, physical and background check.