Salary: $80,826.48 - $114,568.56 Annually

The City of Spokane Parks and Recreation is seeking a project manager who, under general direction from park planning and development manager, performs a variety of technical and professional advisory responsibilities to facilitate the planning, design, procurement, and construction of park improvement projects within the City of Spokane Park system.  The individual will regularly interact with architecture and engineering consultants, public works contractors, city staff, and park officials to coordinate, administer, and facilitate park improvement projects.

 RESPONSIBILITIES

This description was prepared to indicate the kinds of activities and levels of work difficulty required of positions in this class. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities.

• Provides overall coordination and direction for special projects; serves as project manager and lead technical expert for alternative delivery methods.
• Develops strategic workflow and master planning for capital programs and processes.
• Develops and coordinates requests for proposals/qualifications and bid specifications. Prepares and reviews correspondence, reports, scope, schedules, cost estimates, and other technical data required to manage projects.
• Negotiates and administers projects; hires consultants for capital programming purposes; creates and maintains project schedules, progress tracking information, and project files.
• Schedules and conducts pre-construction and progress meetings; reviews, negotiates, and approves change orders; checks for compliance with design and specifications; and prepares and monitors construction schedules.
• Performs quality assurance of contractors’ work and performance in accordance with contract terms and conditions; monitors quality control, cash flow, and costs throughout the project period; reviews progress for payment.
• Collaborates with design consultants (i.e., architects, engineers, planners, specialty consultants, etc.) on project scope, design intent, and adherence to program schedules and requirements.
• Reviews details, specifications, cost estimates, and related reports and studies with consultants, contractors, departmental representatives, and other stakeholders to ensure that all requirements and compliance regulations are met and necessary approvals are secured.
• Establishes new practices and processes for budgeting, monitoring, and programming in alignment with department priorities.
• Collaborates with departmental staff, community members, volunteer groups, City elected and appointed officials, and boards and commissions to plan and implement projects.
• Communicates with citizens, developers, engineers, architects, and public officials to answer questions and provide information relating to projects, policies, and procedures.
• Researches, compiles data, and prepares and presents progress and technical reports.
• Represents the department at public hearings or in meetings with other governmental agencies, the City Council, and community groups on matters relating to projects.
• Performs related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Open-Entry Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in engineering, architecture, project management, construction management, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Two years of project management experience that includes oversight of master planning processes, hiring of consultants, and construction management.
• Substitution: Possession of Project Management Professional (PMP) certification may substitute for two years of education.
• Equivalency: We may accept different combinations of education and experience. We welcome job seekers with relevant backgrounds to apply. 

Licenses and Certifications:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license, to be maintained throughout employment. 

EXAMINATION DETAILS

For information on what to expect with the hiring process, a test information guide, and frequently asked questions, please visit our website.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and pass the examination for this position to be eligible for hire.
 
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit a City of Spokane employment application online by 4:00 p.m. on the filing cut-off date.
 
Upon request, at time of application, the City will provide alternative accessible tests to individuals with disabilities that impair manual, sensory, or speaking skills needed to take the test, unless the test is intended to measure those skills.
 
The examination will consist of a Training and Experience Evaluation (T&E), with scoring weight assigned as follows:

• T&E 100%

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION DETAILS:

• Copies of your college or university transcripts (unofficial transcripts are accepted) may be a required part of this application and will be used to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications, as posted on the job announcement.
• Responses to your T&E questions should be consistent with the information given in your application details. Answers are subject to verification.
• Failure to complete all the questions or incomplete responses will result in a lower score; therefore, it is advantageous for you to provide a full and complete response to each question.
• Resumes or questionnaires uploaded as attachments will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question online.
• "See Resume" or "See above," etc., and copy/paste from a previous answer are not qualifying responses and will not be considered.

This is an online examination and will require a computer. If you do not have access to a computer, please notify Civil Service so that one may be provided. Reservations can also be made through your local, public library.
 
Training and Experience examination links with instructions will be emailed prior to 12:00 a.m. Pacific Time on the start date and will expire at 11:59 p.m. on the due date as listed below. Keep in mind that the test link will be emailed from City of Spokane ([email protected]).

• Applicants who apply and meet the minimum qualifications between Monday, April 27, 2026, and Monday, May 11, 2026, will test Thursday, May 14th, 2026, through Monday, May 18, 2026.  

The examination may include such subjects as:

• Education and Training
• Construction Management
• Project Management and Land Development
• Project Collaboration
• Project Quality Assurance
• Project Communications

BENEFITS:

INSURANCE BENEFITS
Eligibility: Coverage begins for new hires and their dependents on the first day of the month following 30 consecutive days of employment.

Eligible Dependents: Spouse or Domestic Partner, birth, adopted children or children placed for adoption, Domestic Partner's children, step-children who live with employee, and any child for whom employee is legal guardian or for whom coverage is required by a Qualified Medical Support Order. Adult children under age 26 are eligible.
 
Medical
Qualified employees may select from two health carrier options; a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) administered by Kaiser Permanente or a Preferred Provider Option (PPO) administered by Premera Blue Cross. The monthly premium varies dependent upon plan and coverage level selected. 

Vision
Vision coverage is included in the medical plan selected. Costs for eye exams and hardware; lenses, frames or contacts varies depending on the medical plan selected.

Dental
Dental insurance is provided by Delta Dental of Washington. The monthly premium is minimal for employee and eligible dependents.
 
Life Insurance - Employee Only
Basic Term Life Insurance is provided at one-and-a-half times the employee's annual base salary to a maximum of $150,000. The City pays the monthly premium in full.

Life Insurance - Eligible Dependent(s)
Basic Term Life Insurance is provided at $7,500 for spouse/domestic partner and $3,000 for each child. The City pays the monthly premium in full.

Long-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance is provided by The Standard. The City pays the monthly premium in full.

Flexible Spending Account
The City offers two optional Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA. The Health Care FSA allows an employee to use pre-tax dollars to receive reimbursement for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses. The Dependent Care FSA allows an employee to receive reimbursement for eligible daycare expenses for dependent children up to age 13 and other eligible dependents as defined by IRS Code.

AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay benefits that major medical insurance does not cover. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium.
 
AudioNet Hearing Aid Benefit
AudioNet Hearing Aid Benefit is optional. The City of Spokane has partnered with AudioNet America to offer a discounted Hearing Aid Program with fixed out-of-pocket costs.

LegalShield/ID Shield
Prepaid legal services and/or prepaid identity theft programs are optional.  These programs pay for a limited number of documents to be reviewed, limited trial defense representation, the preparation of a standard will, identity theft consultation, restoration and monitoring according to terms of contract.
 
Pet Insurance
Get cash back on the everyday care your pet needs to stay healthy!  Nationwide/Voluntary Pet Insurance is an optional plan in which City of Spokane Employees can enroll.
 
Voluntary Term Life Insurance 
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is optional and is provided through The Standard Insurance Company and is subject to application review and approval. Additional coverage up to $300,000 is available for employees and their spouse/domestic partner. Dependent children can be insured for up to $10,000 each. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium.
 
Continued Medical/Dental Insurance
Employees separating from City service have the option to continue medical and/or dental insurance benefits in accordance with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium in addition to a small monthly administrative fee.  

RETIREMENT BENEFITS 
Spokane Employees' Retirement System 
The Spokane Employees' Retirement System (SERS) is a defined benefit pension plan covering non-uniformed, permanent employees. As a participant, you contribute 11% of your salary toward your retirement. Contributions and earnings are tax-deferred. The City also contributes 11% of your salary toward your retirement. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2015 become vested (eligible for a monthly benefit at retirement age) at seven years of service. 

Deferred Compensation
Enrollment in the City-sponsored 457 Deferred Compensation Plan administered by MissionSquare Retirement allows participants, on a voluntary basis, to defer a portion of their salary on a before or after tax basis. Contributions and associated earnings contributed on a before tax basis are eligible to receive City matching contributions and are tax deferred (not taxed until taken out). You can also choose to participate in the 457 Roth (after tax) contribution option. You may enroll in the 457 plan or change your contribution at any time. Minimum contribution is $15 per paycheck up to and is subject to the IRS annual limitations. The City will match employee contributions up to $150/month. 

PAID TIME OFF 
Official Holidays
The City observes seven official holidays as paid. An official holiday that falls on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday. An official holiday that falls on a Sunday will be observed on the Monday immediately following. The City observes Martin Luther King Jr's birthday but has not declared that day as an official holiday.  For this reason, employees hired before the third Monday of January receive an additional eight hours of floating holiday time to be used in accordance with Spokane Managerial and Professional Association Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions. 

Floating Holidays
48 hours of Floating Holidays to be used as of January 1st. Floating holiday hours may not be carried over into the next year and any unused hours will not be paid at termination.

Vacation Leave
Employees earn paid vacation hours each pay period. The number of hours earned depends upon the employee's length of employment and the number of hours in a pay status. Vacation accrual ranges from 12 days per year for a new employee to 20 days per year after 11 years of employment. Unused vacation hours carry over each year but are subject to maximum accrual amounts in accordance with Spokane Managerial and Professional Association Collective Bargaining Agreement provisions.

Sick Leave
Sick leave accrues at a rate of six (6) hours per biweekly pay period. Employees must be in paid status for 80% of that pay period to accrue sick leave. Unused sick leave hours carry over each year.

Other Leaves
The City also provides several other paid and unpaid leaves, such as: bereavement leave, Family and Medical Leave, maternity leave, jury duty, and military duty leave. 

WORK/LIFE PROGRAMS 
Employee Assistance Program 
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a referral and counseling service administered by Deer Oaks. It provides a myriad of services to employees and their household members.  Services include receiving confidential assistance for personal issues, such as managing stress, depression, parenting, alcohol/drugs, grief, etc.  Each household member is eligible to receive up to eight counseling sessions per issue per year at no charge.  There is also a benefit relating financial or legal concerns in addition to Worklife/Convenience services and online tools.

Employer Sponsored Bus Pass (ESBP) Program
The City of Spokane encourages employees to use alternatives to driving alone to work and participates in the ESBP Program offered by Spokane Transit Authority (STA). The program provides a bus pass for unlimited rides free of charge.

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How to Apply 

• Apply online: Current Recruitments | City of Spokane Career Center

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