Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District is looking for a Director of Planning & Maintenance. 

Director of Planning & Maintenance

Closing Deadline: October 2, 2026

Position Summary: 

The position is responsible for the planning and maintenance of parks, trails, open space areas and other recreational facilities. Position also assists the District Manager with administrative responsibilities and may assume the duties of that position in the District Manager's absence. Incumbent is expected to assume broad responsibilities and exercise considerable independent judgment in carrying out the duties of this position.

The essential functions of the job include but are not limited to:

Plans, manages, directs, and oversees the activities and operations of the District’s Planning and Maintenance Department, which includes: supervising all park and facility maintenance and planning efforts, managing department staff; preparing and complying with the department budget; preparing cost estimates, written reports and communications, preparing environmental reviews and procedures; preparing park development specifications, contract documents and other public works bidding documents; developing landscape designs and plans; selecting and coordinating consultant work; serving as a contractor liaison and coordinator; supervising construction; acting as liaison with developers regarding the requirement of park dedication ordinances; developing recommendations for park dedication conditions on developments; representing the District at Planning Commission and City Council meetings on developments pertaining to the District; coordinating projects and activities with other District departments; representing the District at various professional and community organizations’ meetings and other local/state functions.

Assists the District Manager with complex District administrative responsibilities (i.e., legal and liability matters, purchasing, budget, personnel, analysis, control, coordination, public relations, contracts and other special projects as assigned); Oak Park Committee meetings, and performing other duties as assigned by the District Manager. This position will conduct studies and make recommendations regarding the development and management of District properties and assets and also assist in the decrease in District expenses and improve the district’s facilities and service to the public.

May assume the duties of the District Manager in his absence, which includes directing and supervising management staff, assuring compliance with District policies and procedures, supervising purchasing activities (contracts, requisitions and purchase orders), representing the district at various meetings and/or functions, providing information and assistance to Board Members as necessary, preparing Board and committee agendas.

The position may perform other such duties as assigned by the District Manager.

 The PDF below has all the details!

PM-DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND MAINTENANCE 9.2026.pdf

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