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(9450) MANAGER II - PARKS & RECREATION

Job Code: 4820
Pay Grade: 945

FLSA Status: Exempt 

General Functions
   Provides overall direction and administration of County Parks and Recreation operations to ensure the effective development and delivery of parks and recreational programs, activities and facilities.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Provides operational leadership and administrative direction for the programs and activities of the Parks and Recreation Division.
  • Manages the preparation and implementation of the Division’s master plan, strategic plan, capital improvement plan and the development and opening of new Parks and Recreation sites and facilities.
  • Presents key issues, initiatives and solutions to the Park’s Advisory Board, the Board of County Commissioners and County Administration.
  • Represents the County before local community organizations and boards, ensuring the effective communication of the Division’s mission, vision, plans and objectives.
  • Develops and maintains open and effective communications with division staff, department directors and County administration to communicate program developments and provide information regarding division operations.
  • Establishes an effective liaison and partnership role with other local, regional and state governmental agencies, officials and County citizens, ensuring the effective communication of Parks & Recreation objectives and services.
  • Develops and manages the Division’s operating budget, providing recommendations for staffing, outsourcing alternatives and operating expenditures that ensure the economically sound delivery of Parks and Recreation programs and services.
  • Manages division efforts and initiatives designed to effectively hire, compensate, develop and retain qualify Parks and Recreation staff.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Parks & Recreation, Business Administration, Leisure-Services or a related field of study. Five years of progressively responsible local government management experience in the field of Parks and Recreation or in general local government management involving the oversight of Parks and Recreation. Three out of the five years of experience must have been in a senior management role.
 
Preferences
   Masters degree in Public Administration, Parks & Recreation, Business Administration or a Leisure-Services related field. Experience working in a rapid-growth environment and with utilizing outsourcing alternatives. Excellent communication and presentation skills.


1/11/2000