Parking Services Manager

Parking Services relies on strong operational leadership to meet the needs of residents, businesses, and visitors. The Parking Services Manager oversees the administrative and financial functions that support daily parking operations, facility management, and customer service while ensuring compliance with City policies and applicable regulations.

In this role, the Parking Services Manager manages budgets and funding sources, coordinates contracts and capital planning efforts, supervises staff, and serves as a liaison in interdepartmental and public settings. Success requires strong financial judgement, adaptability, and the ability to navigate competing priorities in a highly visible service area.

Priority screening of applications will begin on Thursday, January 22, 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.

All applicants must submit a City of Missoula application and a cover letter explaining 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 $37.12 - $42.66/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 $37.12 - $45.22/hour.

• Oversee departmental/division annual budgets and funding sources, including budget preparation and execution, expense and revenue reporting, Community Investment Program (CIP) planning/financing, Special Improvement Districts (SIDs), municipal bond financing, grant and loan applications/funding, expenditure and revenue projections, governmental auditing processes, etc.
• Confer with the department director and other stakeholders on organization, management, and fiscal oversight of the department, including recruitment, retention, and the planning and implementation of services, activities, and programs.
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, including monitoring purchasing procurements and contracts, approving and/or preparing invoices for approval, overseeing processes related to monitoring and reconciling transactions, etc.
• Supervise various department administrative and service employees, including assigning and reviewing work, performance evaluations, and training; participate in hiring, discipline, and termination decisions; provide support by correcting deficiencies, and building strengths to ensure effective working relationships.
• Manage department/division payroll, including acting as payroll coordinator, communicating, and training staff on policy and procedure changes.
• Support efforts to increase sustainability and fiscal stewardship within the department.
• Research, analyze, and interpret collected data for a variety of areas within the department/division.
• Assist in the development of the strategic plan for the department, including assessing necessary service levels, organizational structure and priorities, and financial planning; advise options and best practices to optimize efficiencies.
• Develop and implement administrative policies, goals, and objectives to meet the City’s strategic priorities; prepare and review ordinances, referrals, and/or resolutions.
• Manage various department contracts, including maintenance, security, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), etc., including legal document routing processes.
• Ensure department and/or projects adhere to the required regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Serve as project coordinator, manager, and/or liaison for the department in City Council, interdepartmental, community, and other professional meetings.
• Manage…