Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEFINITION
Direct, manage, coordinate, and oversee the activities and operations of the Parks and Recreation Department including the day-to-day operations of parks planning and maintenance and facility management; coordinate assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Parks and Recreation Director.
JOB CLASSIFICATION
Exempt, Non-Safety Sensitive.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general administrative direction from the Parks and Recreation Director.
Exercises direct supervision over management, supervisory, professional, technical and clerical staff.
PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
1. In the absence of the Director, assume full management responsibility for all department services and activities including recreation and community services programs, parks planning and maintenance and facility management; recommend and administer policies and procedures.
2. Support the management, development, and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, policies and priorities for each assigned service area.
3. Assist in establishing, within City policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; support the monitoring and evaluation monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
4. Be a primary lead in the planning, directing and coordination, through subordinate level staff, the Parks & Recreation Department's work plan; assign projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; review and evaluate work methods and procedures; meet with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
5. With a particular focus on the parks division, assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes.
6. Assist in the development, implementation and administration of the City's capital improvement program as it relates to parks and recreation facilities.
7. Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
8. Participate actively in the development and administration of the department budget; advise in the approval and the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
9. Represent the Parks and Recreation Department to other departments, elected officials and outside agencies; coordinate assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
10. Provide staff assistance to the Parks and Recreation Director; participate on a variety of boards, commissions and committees; prepare and present staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
11. Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of parks and recreation administration.
12. Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive parks and recreation program.
Principles and practices of parks and recreation program development and administration.
Methods and techniques of parks planning and facilities maintenance.
Principles and practices of municipal budget preparation and administration.
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to:
Manage and direct a comprehensive parks and recreation program.
Develop and administer departmental goals, objectives and procedures.
Analyze and assess programs, policies and operational needs and make appropriate adjustments.
Identify and respond to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs.
Plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of lower-level staff.
Delegate authority and responsibility.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Aid in the development of the City's capital improvement program as it relates to parks and recreation facilities.
Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Prepare and administer large and complex budgets.
Interpret and apply applicable Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Minimum Requirements:
Experience:
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible parks and recreation program development experience including three (3) years of management and administrative responsibility.
Training:
Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in public administration, parks and recreation or a related field.
Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Office environment; some travel to other locations.
Physical Conditions:
The job is characterized by:
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
The following physical activities are very or extremely important in accomplishing the job’s purpose and are performed on a daily basis:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for prolonged periods. The employee is regularly required to see, hear, talk, stand, twist and use repetitive motions in the conduct of work. The employee is also required to perform light lifting.