CPRS Job Listing

Project Manager

East Bay Regional Park District


Salary: $136,500.00 - $154,459.50 Annually

Job Type: Full-time (37.5 hrs)

Job Number: 25-LL-01

Location: Oakland, CA

Department: DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION ADMIN

Closing: 7/16/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

The Position


The Park District is seeking well-qualified individuals to fill two (2) vacancies for the position of Project Manager. One of the vacancies is found in the Restoration Projects Unit within the Acquisition, Stewardship, and Development Division and the second vacancy is found in the Public Works Admin Unit 3 within the Operations Division. The Project Manager will support the Restoration Projects Unit in the Design & Construction Administration Division of the Park District. The Project Manager will work on site, at the Park District's Administrative Office, 2950 Peralta Oaks Ct., Oakland. The Public works Project Manager will work on site at the South County Corporation Yard in Castro Valley, CA. This position is part of the Maintenance and Skilled Trades Division. 

The Restoration Projects Unit delivers major restoration projects that improve ecosystem functions while integrating compatible public access. The Project Manager position in this unit will manage a varied range of complex capital projects to meet current and emerging habitat restoration, public access and related needs of the Park District. They will be responsible for all project related tasks from feasibility through construction, including post construction permit compliance and habitat establishment.

The Public Works Admin Unit 3 Department focuses on managing renovation and replacement projects aimed at preserving the Park District's extensive building infrastructure and paved surfaces. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills, experience with contract administration, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining budgets and documentation. This position requires close collaboration with internal teams, external stakeholders, and local jurisdictions to ensure successful project delivery.
The hiring pools established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and additional vacancies that may occur during the one-year life of the hiring pools.

Tentative Date of Onsite Examinations: 

Candidate screening: Week of July 28

Panel Interviews: The week of August 4, 2025, or August 11, 2025

Selection interviews: End of August

ABOUT US:

The East Bay Regional Park District is a system of beautiful parklands in Alameda and Contra Costa counties to the east of San Francisco. The system comprises 73 parks spanning across 126,809 acres; 1,250 miles of trails; 55 miles of shoreline. We manage and preserve natural and cultural resources for all to enjoy and protect. The regional parks are ideal for healthful recreation and environmental education. Learn about our Mission and Vision,History, and our contributions to the United Nations 17 Sustainable Development Goals.

OUR MISSION:

EBRPD preserves a rich heritage of natural and cultural resources and provides open space, parks, trails, safe and healthful recreation and environmental education. An environmental ethic guides the District in all of its activities.

OUR VALUES:

 

• Respect - We honor the land we steward, each other, and the park visitors we serve.
   
• Resilience - We creatively adapt to change. We address challenges with empathy, perspective, and determination.
   
• Relationships - Our greatest strength lies in the trust, accountability, and teamwork we cultivate with our colleagues, partners, and the public we serve.
   
• Responsiveness - We communicate openly, honestly, and reliably.
   
• Transparency - We hold the public's trust through meaningful stakeholder engagement and access to timely and reliable information on decisions and performance.
   

WHY WORK FOR EBRPD?

 

• Working with a purpose for a better world today and for future generations through the preservation of open space, public access to the outdoors, and a commitment to the conservation of the natural world found east of the San Francisco Bay across 33 cities in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
   
• A community of colleagues who are passionate about public service and the East Bay Regional Park District, the communities it serves, and its mission.
   
• Excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, and pension benefits through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). Click here (Download PDF reader) for details regarding additional benefits.
   
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
   
• Free on-site parking.
   
• Free parking permit for EBRPD parks (for up to 2 privately owned vehicles)
   
• Employee discounts for certain EBRPD park amenities (reservations, daily fishing permit, public boat launch).
   

Essential Functions


The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Develops and employs techniques and strategies to deliver capital projects in a cost effective, timely, and high-quality manner. 

Acts as team leader, working collaboratively and professionally with team members and stakeholders. 

Facilitates resolution of issues and develops alternatives. 

Collaborates with in-house designers and technical staff throughout the design process on matters of project scope, budget, schedule, design plans, specifications and standards, cost estimates, and bidding of capital projects. 

Manages professional consultants in the preparation of studies, plans, designs, specifications, construction documents, schedules, permits, and cost estimates for projects.

Prepares, reviews, and negotiates contracts and amendments; signs notice to proceed letters, letter of acceptance, and approves invoices. 

Performs construction administration during the construction phase of projects and oversees or assists in overseeing the general contractor and/or construction management firm. 

Reviews and facilitates change orders and inspection reports; monitors construction to ensure compliance with project specifications. 

Certifies payment requests; maintains construction records; conducts or manages feasibility studies for specific projects contained within the Land Use Plans. 

Coordinates environmental analysis in accordance with CEQA. 

Facilitates the securing of any necessary permits.

Assists in analyzing options for project funding, including preparing and administering of grants. 

Coordinates with maintenance personnel on challenges related to recently completed projects, and existing park facilities and infrastructure.

OTHER FUNCTIONS & DUTIES:

Researches, compiles, and analyzes data and written materials. 

Prepares technical and administrative reports. 

Monitors and reports on the budgets, schedules, and statuses of projects. 

Prepares requests for proposals for professional consulting services. 

Schedules and conducts community meetings; makes presentations to the Park District Board of Directors and to Board Committees. 

Coordinates the activities of assigned areas and maintains open communication with other Park District departments, other public and private agencies, neighbors, and the general public; and perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications


Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, park or public works project management, construction management, planning or a related field,

AND

Experience: Four years of professional level experience in above related specialty areas. 

OR

Substitutions: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience.

AND
License or Certificate: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License is a condition of initial and continued employment in this classification.

Desired Qualifications 
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred but not required.

Additional Information


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of landscape architecture, architecture, and/or engineering; regulations and codes related to permitting and construction; cost estimating; project scheduling; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Ability to: manage capital projects and administer contracts; prepare bid documents and specifications; prepare Requests for Proposals, negotiate contract terms, and prepare consultant agreements; research and analyze information; supervise work of assigned personnel and lead project teams; complete assigned project and program tasks within budgetary and schedule constraints; operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work at all levels, including a culturally diverse general public, with a focus on quality service to internal staff and external customers.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must be able to pass a Level 1 background check. 
   

AFSCME: East Bay Regional Parks Employees, Local 2428, American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME), AFL-CIO, represents this classification. Wages, hours, and other terms of conditions of employment are covered in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Park District and Local 2428. The probationary period for this classification is nine (9) months.

Internal Promotions: Placement shall be made at the first step in the salary range for the new position (Step A) unless the salary rate at Step A of the new position is less than a 5% increase. In such instances, the employee will be placed at a step in the new salary range that ensures at least a 5% increase.

Application materials for these positions consist of two (2) required parts:
 

1. A current East Bay Regional Park District application submitted online, and
    
2. Completed supplemental questions
    

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system. If you have previously applied to a position on GovernmentJobs.com, please allow time to update your existing profile. Applications are accepted online only. Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you encounter problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov Help Desk toll-free at (855) 524-5627.

Notification: All applicants will be notified of the status of their application via email, generally within two to three weeks after the closing date. You may also sign into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view your current application status and notifications.

Selection Process: The application materials for all applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed by a screening panel to select the best qualified for testing or oral examination/interview. The District reserves the right to set up a written test, performance test, and/or other assessment procedures before or after the interview process. Possession of minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview or invitation to test. Pursuant to the Federal Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all applicants who are hired will be required to provide proof of identity and appropriate work authorization documents prior to commencement of employment.

Special Testing Arrangements: If you require special arrangements due to a verified disability or medical condition, please contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 544-2154 at least five business days before the test.




Equal Opportunity Employer:
The East Bay Regional Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and respects a diverse workforce and community. It is committed to promoting an equitable and inclusive workspace that is welcoming to all. Applicants from all backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.






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