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Parks and Buildings Operations Manager

City of Centralia • Centralia, WA • 2h ago

Open: May 14, 2026

Closes: Open until filled, first review of applications June 2, 2026

Status: full-time, exempt

Salary: $7,596 - $9,308/mo (Table 0, Range 20)

GENERAL FUNCTION:

The Parks and Buildings Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring Centralia's parks and public buildings are safe, clean and efficiently managed for public use. This position administers programs, projects and budgets along with planning, organizing, and overseeing the work of crews engaged in the operation of parks services, maintenance, and repair of park and building facilities. These facilities include several parks, natural areas and open spaces, cemeteries, trails, buildings and historic resources.

This classification description reflects the general concept and intent of the classification and

should not be construed as a detailed statement of all the work requirements that may be inherent in a position.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Experience with park and/or facility maintenance and operations required.

Previous supervisory experience required.

Experience with recreational sport facilities preferred.

Advanced degree from an accredited college or university in Public/Business Administration, Parks Management, Urban Forestry, or a closely related field is preferred.

Any combination of related education and experience may be considered that demonstrates the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Washington State Driver's license with acceptable driving record is required.

Must pass a thorough background investigation and successfully complete reference checks.

BENEFITS:

Vacation and Sick leave accruals, 12 paid Holidays which includes one (1) floating holiday

Up to two (2) weeks executive leave annually

Medical, dental and vision insurance options

City paid $105,000 life insurance

Long-term disability plan

Washington State Retirement Systems (PERS)

Participation in VEBA (Health Reimbursement Account)

Employee Assistance Program

Choice of two (2) Employee contributed Deferred Compensation Plans

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply please submit a City of Centralia employment application which can be found at:

https://www.cityofcentralia.com/Jobs.aspx along with a cover letter, resume and the

supplemental questionnaire to: Human Resources Office, PO Box 609 /118 W Maple,

Centralia, WA 98531 or e-mail jobapplications@cityofcentralia.com. Open until filled, first

review of applications will be on June 2, 2026.

NOTE: Resumes may be submitted, but will NOT be accepted in lieu of the City's application

form.

The City of Centralia is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity and access regardless of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disabled veteran status, veteran status, physical, mental or sensory disability. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The City will provide reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities during the selection process, if requested. Please notify Personnel of the accommodation needed, preferably at the time of applying.

Only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States are eligible for employment. All new employees will be required to complete and sign an Employment Eligibility Verification form and

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