POSITION SUMMARY
This position is responsible for the overall administrative oversight, visioning, leadership, planning, coordinating and control of the parks and recreation services; provides for safe, sustainable and attractive active and passive-use parks and recreational opportunities for residents and the general public; and ensures effective and efficient operation of all divisions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.
1. Provides leadership in attracting, retaining, and developing an engaged workforce in the delivery of superior services to City residents and businesses.
2. Directs the work of and manages the supervisory staff of the Department. Interviews and select new employees. Provides training and instructions and ongoing training needs. Provides coaching, counseling, and mentoring to allow for optimal performance. Assigns tasks, reviews work and prepares performance evaluations. Recommends employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, and discharge.
3. Identifies training needs and opportunities for the department.
4. Defines and implements the goals and objectives for department operations, including new services.
5. Researches, recommends, develops and implements policy and procedures for operational effectiveness, sustainability, and safety. Monitors all operations for effective application of department policies, procedures and standards.
6. Establishes long and short-range goals and objectives for department division supervisors and monitor the progress toward reaching these goals.
7. Develops work plans and strategies to meet business needs-both short term and long term; develop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards to ensure success. Ensures clear direction, proper implementation and the City conforms to legal requirements.
8. Analyzes and evaluates existing objectives, goals, standards, priorities, policy and procedures.
9. Prepares short and long-term capital improvement plans associated with Parks and Recreation. Identifies capital projects/assets requiring rehabilitation or replacement and prioritizes so critical projects/assets are addressed in a proactive manner. Prepares and administers the Department’s budget to control expenditures and maintain fiscal integrity.
10. Researches and applies for new grants and donation sources; ensures compliance with regulatory requirements.
11. Markets and promotes the Department and its services; makes presentations at community meetings and functions on behalf of the Department and the City.
12. Conducts studies and surveys of citizen needs, assesses the effectiveness of facilities and programs to meet these needs.
13. Initiates contacts with public and private organizations and officials to evaluate recreation needs and promote the use of parks, facilities, and programs. Works with other organizations on cooperative projects and programs. Serves as media contact for parks and recreation issues and marketing efforts.
14. Serves as liaison between the City and the Parks and Recreation Commission indirectly oversees the Green Space Advisory Commission.
15. Coordinates Community Days and responsible for fireworks fundraising and contract.
16. Coordinates and oversees requests for and allocation of Community Development Block Grant funding
17. Ensures enforcement of State laws, local ordinances, and other regulations pertaining to municipal operations.
18. Conducts research and procedural/administrative studies and prepares reports of proposed solutions or recommended courses of action.
19. Interacts frequently with elected officials, staff, citizens, and others to interpret and implement policy directives.
20. Responds to citizen inquiries and requests for service.
21. Promotes and creates opportunities for economic development.
22. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
· Bachelor’s Degree in parks management, recreational management, natural resources management, forestry, or closely related field.
· Master’s degree preferred.
· Minimum of ten (10) years professional work experience in parks, recreation, forestry, or natural resources management.
· Minimum of give (5) years of supervisory experience.
· Must be Certified Parks and Recreation Professional Certified Parks and Recreation Executive preferred
REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES
1. Knowledge of modern theories, principles and practices of parks and recreation administration.
2. Knowledge of community relations and marketing techniques.
3. Knowledge of facility operations management.
4. Knowledge of current recreation programming trends.
5. Knowledge of the City’s and Department’s operating requirements, policies, procedures, and practices; and local, state, and federal regulations related to department programs and operations.
6. Knowledge of principles and practices of budgeting, fiscal management, project management principles and techniques.
7. Ability to effectively utilize the principles of strategic and long and short-range planning.
8. Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives and recommending methods, procedures and techniques for resolution of issues.
9. Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations.
10. Ability to develop department goals and objectives.
11. Ability to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate projects and programs.
12. Ability to develop, interpret and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department specific documents.
13. Ability to prepare, recommend and monitor an operating budget, including line item budgeting.
14. Knowledge of administrative policies and procedures of the City.
15. Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
16. Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
17. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties to accomplish a high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority.
18. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits with minimal direction and supervision.
19. Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
20. Knowledge of management and supervisory practices and principles, including the ability to make final employment recommendations, preparing performance evaluations, managing time off, and maintaining personnel records.
21. Ability to adapt and take control of situations, dictating subordinate activities in a responsible manner.
22. Ability to instruct and train in methods and procedures.
23. Ability to organize, assign, and modify the work assignment of others, and (re)-establish priorities to meet deadlines.
24. Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software.
25. Knowledge of computer software consistent for this position.
26. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position.
27. Ability to read and understand blueprints, design plans, and architectural renderings.
28. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively in English in both written and verbal form.
29. Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials.
30. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports.
31. Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
32. Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
33. Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
34. Ability to maintain professionalism at all times.
35. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals within and outside the organization.
36. Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of Freedom of Information Act and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
37. Ability to work the allocated hours of the position and respond after hours as needed.
PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Employees needing reasonable accommodation should discuss the request with the employee’s supervisor.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $109,918.54 - $153,748.36 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- St. Louis, MO 63119 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- St. Louis, MO 63119: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
