Asset Management Specialist I - Developed Parks and Trails

City of Missoula

Missoula, MT

Love parks, trails, and using data to make a difference?

Join Missoula Parks & Recreation as a Program Specialist I – Developed Parks and Trails Asset Management and help care for the spaces our community relies on every day. From mapping and analyzing park assets to supporting long-term planning and improvements, your work will directly impact how residents and visitors experience Missoula’s outdoor spaces.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a mix of fieldwork and office-based analysis, thrives on organization and problem-solving, and wants to be part of a team dedicated to enhancing community spaces. You’ll work with GIS tools, collaborate with partners, and help turn data into actionable plans that keep Missoula’s parks and trails vibrant and accessible.

Priority screening of applications will begin on Thursday, May 14, 2026. It is in your best interest to apply before this date.Applicants applying on or after this date will only be considered if a competitive applicant pool is not received.

To Apply:All applicants must submit the City of Missoula applicationANDCover Letterexplaining your interest in this position and detailing how your experience and education meet the qualifications.

Failure to attach the cover letter will result in your application being incomplete, and therefore, not reviewed by the hiring manager.

Resumes will not be reviewed. All details should be entered on the application.

Starting Pay:
New hires start within our entry-to-market range, depending on experience and qualifications. The starting range for the position is $27.32 - $30.02/hour and will increase each year for longevity and cost of living adjustments.

Full Pay Range:
Each position also has a full wage range that reflects potential growth over time, including annual increases for longevity and cost-of-living. The full range for the position is $27.32 - $31.83/hour.

Assist with designing and implementing data-driven asset management processes, establishing baseline monitoring data, developing and tracking long-term trends of recreational use, monitoring the Overall Condition Index (OCI) of managed assets, developing maintenance impact statements, and developing and publishing long-term management plans across the City of Missoula’s developed parks and trails.
Research and assist with the development of best management practices for developed and recreational amenities, infrastructure (assets), and resources.
Draft technical reports of findings; assist with the development of educational materials and management plans.
Seek out and administer grants and donations.
Conduct literature reviews; collect data with GPS units; manage GIS databases; conduct geospatial analyses; and create maps using GIS software.
Design and follow protocols for asset inventory, maintenance, and analysis of all collected data; present results to municipal, public, and private entities; develop user surveys.
Develop and maintain various partnerships to execute an expanded scope of asset-related recreational services.
Lead and facilitate various staff trainings and organize logistics; assist with developing procedures, goals and objectives.
Provide support in the daily operations of the department, including delivery of services, implementing approved plans, public outreach, education, volunteerism, etc.
Review the work of contractors to ensure specifications in the contract are met.
Collaborate with other City divisions and departments, local non-profits, local governmental agencies, neighborhood groups, and businesses on Developed Parks and Trails related projects and associated maintenance.
Lead the review and administration of Park Access Permits.
Perform other duties as assigned, based on training and qualifications.

Knowledge of principles and practices of asset management, including design, construction, implementation methods, maintenance, management, and analyzing data.
Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, Missoula's Developed Parks and Trails system; Montana's native plants, invasive plants; and conventional, organic, and natural based land management practices.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, including budgets, planning, program development, fundraising, etc.
Knowledge of GIS principles, applications, and techniques for creating and editing spatial data and developing databases.
Knowledge of, and ability to promote, department safety considerations, City safety policies, OSHA standards and guidelines, and the American with Disabilities Act.
Skill in utilizing various computer software and databases, including Microsoft 365, various GPS, GIS systems, and the ability to learn job-specific applications and equipment.
Skill in creating maps using GIS software for print and web.
Skill in managing program-level tabular, statistical, and geospatial monitoring datasets.
Skill in safely operating various tools and other job-specific equipment.
Skill in organization, time management, and prioritizing with the proven ability to have keen attention to detail and accuracy in performing work with adherence to strict deadlines.
Skill in communicating, in person and writing, with the proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals.
Ability to research, analyze, and present GIS data in print and in web application formats.
Ability to train staff and end users in the use of GIS software.
Ability to create education, outreach, and public presentation content and materials.
Ability to administer external permits.
Ability to write and administer various technical reports and grants.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions while working independently with minimum supervision.
Ability to successfully explain complex technical information to diverse groups of people.
Ability to maintain current knowledge, developments, and trends related to specific areas of focus and/or assigned projects.
Ability to maintain and exhibit integrity and discretion in handling the confidential and sensitive information.
Ability to maintain and foster a culture of professionalism, adhere to departmental and City standards and specifications, and support a positive team environment.
Ability to resolve conflicts with facilitating outcomes while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Ability to learn and implement City and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.

Working Conditions:

Position requires the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs or less.
Work environment may involve occasional exposure to unavoidable weather conditions, occupational hazards, uneven terrain, and physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Position involves contact with citizens and traveling from site to site.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to three (3) years of experience in asset management, geographical information systems (GIS), or another relevant field.
Must have a valid Montana driver’s license with a verified acceptable driving record or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Experience working in Parks and Recreation preferred.
GIS certificate preferred.

The City of Missoula does not sponsor employment visas (e.g., F-1, H-1B, TM). Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis at the time of application.