Public Works Division Manager - Parking Enterprise
Apply NowCompany: City of Colorado Springs, CO
Location: Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Description:
Salary: $139,180.87 - $167,083.88 Annually
Location : Parking Administration - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: At-Will Manager
Job Number: 16512
Division: Public Works
Department: Parking Administration
Opening Date: 02/05/2025
Closing Date: 2/19/2025 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Description / Position Overview
Public Works Division Manager - Parking Enterprise
The City of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, with an estimated population of 506,646 occupies 195 square miles at the base of majestic Pikes Peak - America's Mountain and enjoys nearly 243 days of sunshine per year. Colorado Springs is the state's largest city in terms of area and second to Denver in population.
The "Springs" is home to five military establishments, including the Air Force Academy, many colleges and universities, the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee Headquarters and Museum, and over 50 different sports organizations. Colorado Springs is a thriving city and a leader in the aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity industries. It also has a diverse collection of non-profit organizations and businesses with a large number of tourist attractions.
The City of Colorado Springs, which is among the community's largest employers, is organized as a home-rule Council-Mayor form of municipal government with a popularly elected Mayor and nine council members.
Public Works Division Manager - Parking Enterprise
In this at-will position, you will direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the operations and activities for the Parking System Enterprise. You will develop and implement policies and procedures, goals and objectives; manage capital projects, assign priorities and delegate authority and responsibility to appropriate staff. As the Public Works Division Manager, you will also establish and monitor key performance indicators, implement new processes, communicate with staff, stimulate team work to accomplish desired goals and objectives, and ensure the highest level of service is provided to customers effectively and efficiently. You will alsoprovide the highest level of professional and technical advice to the Public Works Director on complex issues that are of department-wide importance or involve cross-functional coordination within the division.
This Job Includes:
Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the
Relevant Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Minimum Qualifications
Substitutions: We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education. We encourage all to apply!
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
Additional Information
Please contact Jeffrey Plunkett at for any questions about this position.
Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and walking or standing to a significant degree.
EnvironmentalConditions
Primary Work Environment - Office environment with some travel from site to site
Extreme Temperature - Several times per week
Wetness and Humidity - Several times per week
Respiratory Hazards - Several times per month
Noise and Vibrations - Several times per month
Physical Hazards - Rarely
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards -
Rarely Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Never
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
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Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!
Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' for additional benefits information.
The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
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How many years of relevant experience do you possess?
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Please explain your experience in detail, including your role and where you gained the experience. If no, please enter N/A.
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How many years of leadership or supervisory do you possess?
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If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience.
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Do you possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges?
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Do you have finance experience, including the ability to read and thoroughly understand financial statements?
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Do you have experience writing and/or soliciting RFPs (request for proposals)?
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Do you have experience writing proposals for new policies and programs?
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Do you have experience managing parking structures and PARCS (Payment Access and Revenue Control System)?
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If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience.
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Location : Parking Administration - City of Colorado Springs, CO
Job Type: At-Will Manager
Job Number: 16512
Division: Public Works
Department: Parking Administration
Opening Date: 02/05/2025
Closing Date: 2/19/2025 4:00 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Description / Position Overview
Public Works Division Manager - Parking Enterprise
The City of Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, with an estimated population of 506,646 occupies 195 square miles at the base of majestic Pikes Peak - America's Mountain and enjoys nearly 243 days of sunshine per year. Colorado Springs is the state's largest city in terms of area and second to Denver in population.
The "Springs" is home to five military establishments, including the Air Force Academy, many colleges and universities, the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee Headquarters and Museum, and over 50 different sports organizations. Colorado Springs is a thriving city and a leader in the aerospace, defense, and cybersecurity industries. It also has a diverse collection of non-profit organizations and businesses with a large number of tourist attractions.
The City of Colorado Springs, which is among the community's largest employers, is organized as a home-rule Council-Mayor form of municipal government with a popularly elected Mayor and nine council members.
Public Works Division Manager - Parking Enterprise
In this at-will position, you will direct, manage, supervise, and coordinate the operations and activities for the Parking System Enterprise. You will develop and implement policies and procedures, goals and objectives; manage capital projects, assign priorities and delegate authority and responsibility to appropriate staff. As the Public Works Division Manager, you will also establish and monitor key performance indicators, implement new processes, communicate with staff, stimulate team work to accomplish desired goals and objectives, and ensure the highest level of service is provided to customers effectively and efficiently. You will alsoprovide the highest level of professional and technical advice to the Public Works Director on complex issues that are of department-wide importance or involve cross-functional coordination within the division.
This Job Includes:
- Oversee, coordinate, and direct capital projects and the strategic work plan for on-street parking meters and off- street parking operations to enhance economic development for the City
- Coordinate special events and projects with other departments, divisions, and outside agencies; monitor and improve effectiveness of service delivery methods
- Oversee the Parking Systems operations, evaluate service levels, determine areas of improvement, and implement improvement plans.
- Manage and oversee the Parking Systems security, parking, access control, and identification cards; recommend, interpret, communicate, and enforce policies and procedures
- Administer and monitor parking facility maintenance, customer relations, enforcement, parking operations finances and revenue reporting
- Oversee administrative functions, including data processing, budget monitoring, and record keeping to ensure compliance
- Read, review with staff, and thoroughly understand financial statements
- Direct, supervise, and train parking operations personnel
- Communicate and coordinate with external stakeholders, including the Downtown Partnership, business districts, and local community groups
- Directly communicate with elected officials, community representatives, and business owners
Learn more about this job by reviewing the class specification on the
Relevant Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of current industry parking management, parking access, and revenue control systems, including the design, operation, and integration thereof
- Knowledge of budget preparation, program development, and administration Knowledge of pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations Ability to coordinate multiple programs
- Ability to read blue prints
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with government officials, boards/commissions, citizens, and employees
- Well-developed interpersonal, oral and written communication, and organizational skills
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, transportation management, or a related field.
- Seven years of full-time, professional experience in parking operations or a related field, including two years of supervisory experience.
- Possess or obtain upon hire a non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges
Substitutions: We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education. We encourage all to apply!
Preferred Qualifications
The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.
- Finance experience, including the ability to read and thoroughly understand financial statements Experience writing and/or soliciting RFPs (request for proposals)
- Experience writing proposals for new policies and programs
- Experience managing parking structures and PARCS (Payment Access and Revenue Control System)
Additional Information
Please contact Jeffrey Plunkett at for any questions about this position.
Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, 10 pounds frequently, and walking or standing to a significant degree.
EnvironmentalConditions
Primary Work Environment - Office environment with some travel from site to site
Extreme Temperature - Several times per week
Wetness and Humidity - Several times per week
Respiratory Hazards - Several times per month
Noise and Vibrations - Several times per month
Physical Hazards - Rarely
Mechanical and/or Electrical Hazards -
Rarely Exposure to Communicable Diseases - Never
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a culture that values our employees' unique individual qualities and fosters an inclusive environment where people want to be.
The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Apply to Join Our Team
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The City's job classifications, including physical demands and descriptions, can be found on the
You can view the status of your application on the
To be notified of future career opportunities sign up for job alerts on the page.
Working for the City of Colorado Springs is Rewarding!
Please visit the City of Colorado Springs' for additional benefits information.
The City of Colorado Springs is a place where people want to come to work each day. We have a culture of excellence, and we strive to provide our employees with the very best overall career experience and Total Rewards. We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program to meet the needs of our employees and their families.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than high school
- High School diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree or above
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How many years of relevant experience do you possess?
- Less than one year
- One or more years
- Two or more years
- Three or more years
- Four or more years
- Five or more years
- Six or more years
- Seven or more years
- Eight or more years
- Nine or more years
- Ten or more years
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Please explain your experience in detail, including your role and where you gained the experience. If no, please enter N/A.
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How many years of leadership or supervisory do you possess?
- Less than two years
- Two or more years
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If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience, including your role and where you gained the experience.
06
Do you possess a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges?
- Yes, I possess.
- No, I do not possess, and am not willing to.
- No, I do not possess, but am willing to.
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Do you have finance experience, including the ability to read and thoroughly understand financial statements?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have experience writing and/or soliciting RFPs (request for proposals)?
- Yes
- No
09
Do you have experience writing proposals for new policies and programs?
- Yes
- No
10
Do you have experience managing parking structures and PARCS (Payment Access and Revenue Control System)?
- Yes
- No
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If yes, please explain, in written detail, your experience including your role and where you gained your experience.
Required Question