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PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR
Purpose of Job
The purpose of this job is to perform administrative/managerial functions associated with overseeing activities and operations of the Parks & Recreation Department. Duties and responsibilities includes supervising assigned employees; developing and administering municipal recreation programs; directing overall operations of the Parks & Recreation Department; planning/supervising construction and maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment; and performing administrative activities to include maintaining records, payroll and budget.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as
exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, handling employee concerns and problems, assigning work, counseling, and recommending disciplinary and other personnel actions.
Administers all operations, activities and policies of the Parks and Recreation Department.
Directs the acquisition, planning, design/construction and maintenance of recreation equipment and park buildings, facilities and grounds.
Plans/directs renovation and/or construction/capital improvements projects; obtains bids; coordinates departmental work/projects among applicable government department/agencies, outside services and contractors, consulting architects/engineers, utilities, legal entities, city boards and others as appropriate.
Tours the City’s parks to assess development and necessary maintenance.
Develops, promotes and organizes a variety of recreational programs; works with local organizations to determine recreational interests/needs; oversees scheduling of athletic facilities with community recreation groups; maintains schedules/records of use of City’s parks and recreation facilities.
Establishes and recommends fees for recreation programs where applicable.
Directs departmental public relations, marketing and promotions; communicates and publicizes availability of facilities and recreation programs.
Formulates policies and procedures; seeks approvals as appropriate; interprets/administers policies, rules and regulations; monitors adherence to licensure requirements where applicable.
Prepares/presents annual fiscal budget; administers approved budget; prepares/implements capital improvements budget.
Attend meetings, seminars, etc. as directed or as appropriate.
Maintains inventory of departmental materials, equipment, and supplies; initiates orders for new or replacement materials.
Receives various documentations: (public relations material, project plans/drawings, reports, correspondence, personnel forms, invoices, etc.); analyzes, edits, and/or approves; responds/forwards as appropriate.
Prepare and/or generates routine correspondence, letters, memoranda, forms, reports, and other documents or other individuals.
Answers the telephone; provides information; returns calls as necessary.
Use knowledge of various software programs to operate a computer in an effective and efficient manner.
Keeps abreast of new trends/advances in the profession; maintains professional affiliations; reads professional literature; attend workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Additional functions by request.
The City of Yazoo City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer
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