Historical Resources Division Manager

General Information

Location: Varies

Pay Grade: 7

This classification is responsible for supervision and administration of the Historical Resources Division, which includes, preserving and protecting Manatee County's past through planning, organizing and directing programs, developing and administering goals and objectives, management of various locations and fiscal accountability.

Note: This position has been designated by the Manatee County Commission as serving at the will and pleasure of the County Administrator. Employees so designated may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Working Conditions

Indoor/Outdoor situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 50 lbs. alone; up to 100 lbs. with assistance

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Administers, directs, coordinates and supervises all county-wide historical resource's locations and programs.

Makes recommendations for, and ensures conformance with, applicable laws, policies, and procedures of the division.

Ensures goals and objectives are met within a timely and effective manner.

Prepares, presents, and administers the division's operating and capital budgets in a cost-effective manner. Prepares and maintains related monthly statistical reports.

Responsible for monitoring and reporting needs (facilities, staff, etc.) of the Historical Resource Division to appropriate authorities in a timely and appropriate manner to ensure continuous smooth operation of the division.

Represents the County at numerous local veteran and civic organizations; makes public presentations in a professional proactive manner. Engages with local schools and non-profits to coordinate, promote and expand partner-based programming.

Works with Information Outreach Department for all marketing materials to highlight each location throughout the county.

Works with the Director and the Property Management Department's Parks Maintenance Division Manager in preparation of grants.

Serves as liaison to the Project Management Division of the Property Management Department for related projects.

Manages Capital Improvement Projects for the Historical Resources Division, with an emphasis on maintaining flexibility in hours of operation and programming to accommodate projects while minimizing impact to user groups.

Oversees the budgetary and implementation aspects associated with Historical Resources Division.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in historic preservation, public administration, business administration, or a related field.

Minimum of four (4) years' experience in historical resource programming.

Minimum of three (3) years supervisory experience.

Valid driver's license with valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Equivalent combinations of training and experience may be considered.

More

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of all phases of historical preservation, planning and programming.

Knowledge of modern budgeting and fiscal management practices.

Ability to effectively prepare, analyze, and implement parks recreational programs and activities.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to make effective public presentations in a professional manner.

Ability to effectively plan, assign, direct and evaluate the work of assigned staff.

Ability to maintain departmental standards and manage the division's budget in a cost-effective manner.

Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and pertinent software applications, i.e., MS Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, etc.

Ability to work outside under varying weather conditions (including inclement).

Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, if required.

Full Time Positions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.

• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.

• Five (5) free visits annually for employees and covered family members.

Wellbeing Benefits:

• Wellness/Health Coaches (5 Free per year)

• On-site Fitness Centers for you and your dependents with 24/7 access

• Personal Training (5 Free per year)

• Pharmacy Technician

• Group Fitness Classes

• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy Management

• Diabetes Care Program

• Registered Dietician (5 Free per year)

• Massages with licensed therapist (small copay)

Miscellaneous Benefits:

• Workers' Compensation

• Training/Seminars

• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders

• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions

• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

• Three (3) Personal Holidays

• Personal Sick Leave

• Family Sick Leave

• Sick Leave Bank (Donated Hours)

• Professional Medical Appointment Leave

• Bereavement Leave

• Military Leave

• Military Training Leave

• FMLA

Vacation Award: Applies to employees regulary sceduled to work 8 hours per day/40 hours per week.

Years of Service Vacation Days

0-5 16.25 days

6-10 19.50 days

11+ 22.75 days

• Earn an additional day of vacation every six (6) consecutive months of no sick leave.

Insurance:

• Award-winning Health Plan with deductibles as low as $0.

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Prescription Insurance

• Life Insurance (6 times salary at low cost)

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

Retirement:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) with Pension Plan and Investment Plan options.

• 457b Tax Deferred and ROTH account options through Voya.

• FRS Webinars

• Free financial guidance with licensed, non-commissioned financial planner

Career Wellness:

• Professional Leadership Programs

• Instructor-Led and eLearning Training

• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders

• Career Counseling

• Toastmasters

• Networking Membership (Manatee Chamber of Commerce, Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance)

• Employee Recognition Programs with monetary and time-off awards

Education Benefits:

• Tuition Reimbursement eligible after six (6) months of service, including GED reimbursement.

• Continuing Education support through Training/Seminars and Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladder.

• Public Safety Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Flexible Spending Account:

• Options for Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts providing pre-tax savings.

Permanent Part Time

• Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

• ComPsych - offers all employees and their family members with emotional, financial, legal, and work/life balance support.
• LAMP counselors available for personal support including emotional, substance abuse, marital, and financial issues.

Miscellaneous Benefits:

• Workers' Compensation

• Training/Seminars

• Fitness Center Access for employee only

• FRS options

• Premium Pay Differentials/Career Ladders

• Government employee discounts at many retailers and attractions

• Access to Manatee County Library Services (books, digital services, tools, museum passes).

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays including New Year's Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

• Three (3) Personal Holidays

• Paid Time Off and Leaves of Absence are based on an 8 hrs./day

• 80/hrs. per pay-period basis, any work schedule less than this will earn on a pro-rated basis.

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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

• I acknowledge the above statement

02

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

• A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense

• The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power

• A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)

• An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability

• The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense

• A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard

• A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)

• Not claiming Veteran's Preference

03

Which level of education have you achieved?

• No high school equivalency

• High school graduate/equivalent

• Associates degree

• Bachelors degree

• Masters degree

04

How many years of work experience do you have in the Historical preservation field?

• none
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8+ years

05

How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• none
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4+ years

06

Do you have experience in developing an annual budget and monitoring expenditures?

• yes
• no

07

What do you know about the Historical Division in Manatee County, do you have any ideas of how to highlight and promote the locations here in the county?

08

Please list all the programs in which that you are proficient.

Required Question

Agency Manatee County Government

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