JAMES W. BARBOUR
Crozet,VA
Summary
My 37-year career in Albemarle County Parks and Recreation has been shaped by a commitment to public service, a deep understanding of our community’s needs, and a belief in the essential role that well-planned, well-maintained parks and recreation services play in the quality of life of Albemarle County residents. Completing multiple formal leadership development programs and actively participating on numerous County teams has strengthened my ability to collaborate across departments, manage complex projects, lead operational teams, and support strategic initiatives that align with the County’s mission and long-term goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Superintendent of Parks
County of Albemarle, Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - Current
- Manages numerous Capital Improvement Projects, completing over 60 since 2019
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and best practices of park operations and security
- Thorough knowledge of the custodial care and maintenance of public buildings, grounds, and facilities
- Thorough knowledge of the state and local laws governing park operations
- Coordinates and collaborates with internal customer
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of parks staff
- Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others
- Prepares detailed reports and spreadsheets, assisting with annual operating budget and capital planning
- Schedules and supervises contractors hired for maintenance and repair of park facilities
- Recruit, hire and train park personnel
- Coordinates and approves an average of 30 special events with outside groups
- Interim June 2020-May 2021
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Managed day to day operations of 5 maintenance divisions
- Supervised 16 employees
- Responsible for VDH Dept of Drinking Water water quality sampling for 7 private well facilities, to include water quality sampling at 3 swim reservoirs
- Develop preventative maintenance plans, facility inspections
- Established relationships with numerous external organizations, volunteer groups, and foundations
- Feb - Oct 2019 Parks Foreman II
- 1999 - 2019 Parks Foreman I
- 1996 - 1999 Grounds/Maintenance Worker II
- 1995 - 1996 Senior Groundskeeper
- 1993 - 1995 Grounds/Maintenance Worker (Permanent)
- 1992 - 1993 Grounds/Maintenance Worker (Temporary)
- 1989 - 1992 Lifeguard, Mint Springs Park
Education
NRPA Maintenance Management School
NRPA Supervisors Management School
Turfgrass Ecology And Management Short Course, VA Tech
General Studies
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Western Albemarle High School
Skills
- Effective project oversight
- Solution oriented
- Strong communication skills
- Promotes team environment
- Positive attitude
- Strategic scheduler
- Reliable and conscientious work ethic
- Fosters positive community engagement
LEADERSHIP
- Key Designated Leadership
- Leading, Educating, and Development (LEAD)
- International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Leadership Series
- 21-Day Leadership Challenge
- Bootcamp for Supervisors Series
- One Organization Leadership Series
TEAMS
- ADA Advisory Team (County)
- Incident Management Team (IMT)
- Continuity of Operations (COOP) Team-Dept Liaison
- Enterprise Risk Management and Safety team
Certification
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- FEMA Community Emergency Response Team
- Hazardous Materials Operations/OSHA Level II
- Virginia Commercial Fertilizer Applicator
- Commercial Pesticide 3A – 3B Applicator
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector
- CPR, First-Aid, AED certified
- FEMA ICS - 100-200-700-800-1300
- FEMA AHIMT 0305
Timeline
Superintendent of Parks
County of Albemarle, Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - Current
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
10.2019 - 06.2020
NRPA Maintenance Management School
NRPA Supervisors Management School
Turfgrass Ecology And Management Short Course, VA Tech
General Studies
Piedmont Virginia Community College
Western Albemarle High School