Parks Planning Manager
CurrentAssists in the planning and preparation, and implementation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) related to open space, parks and trails development. Ensuring conformance to city policies and program desires. Assists in the management and implementation of citywide green infrastructure projects. Coordinate with other departments concerning issues of open space development and maintenance. Coordinates and supervise the design, planning, land acquisition, and new construction… Show more Assists in the planning and preparation, and implementation of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) related to open space, parks and trails development. Ensuring conformance to city policies and program desires. Assists in the management and implementation of citywide green infrastructure projects. Coordinate with other departments concerning issues of open space development and maintenance. Coordinates and supervise the design, planning, land acquisition, and new construction of open space, parks and recreation facilities. Assists in the development of goals and objectives related to open space and park development. Supervises and prepare landscape architectural plans and related cost estimates for landscaping, open space and park improvements; review and approve plans consistent with State laws. Monitors and reports on open space, trails and parks construction to ensure that projects are completed to city standards and ensure consistency with master plans. Coordinates and directs the performance of Carlsbad's in house Parks Planners and outside consultants and contractors; monitor construction schedule and cost controls in trails, parks and related projects. Coordinates the processing of environmental and planning permits with the Community Development Department. Makes written and oral reports, including preparation of agenda bills to the Parks & Recreation Commission, Beach Preservation Commission, Planning Commission, and City Council regarding preserves, open space and park planning issues. Conducts and participates on city committees and advisory groups including public workshops with various neighborhood communities in development of parks and trails projects. Consults with city departments, contract architects, and engineers to integrate present plans and projects with long-range plans. Writes grant proposals for funding of the trails and other project.Supervises, trains and evaluates staff Show less