Director, Parks & Recreation

City of Kyle • Texas, TX

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Assistant City Manager, the Director of Parks & Recreation plans, organizes, directs, and administers the Parks & Recreation Department, including facilities and grounds maintenance. Develops, administers, implements, schedules and evaluates all youth, special events, fitness, senior citizens, contract and instructional programs for the City of Kyle and within the community. Liaises with other City department and outside agencies regarding park development projects; participates in promoting the City’s parks, recreation programs, and special events to the public. Composes reports for programs; analyzes effectiveness of service delivery; and develops goals and priorities for the Park & Recreation Department.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelors Degree in Parks & Recreation Administration, or business and or public administration, or other related field, or any combination of experience and knowledge which provides the minimum required educational knowledge, skills and technical experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience as a senior administrator in a governmental setting, one (1) year of which should be as a Department Head or Assistant Department Head, or its equivalent; or equivalent combination of training and/or experience which evidences a comprehensive knowledge of parks & recreation administration and supervision.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Kyle vehicle insurance provider.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough knowledge of Parks and Recreation administration and methods.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable State, Federal, and Local laws involving any playground safety or parks and recreation specifications.
• Knowledge of effective communication practices.
• Knowledge of effective leadership practices and principles.
• Demonstrate sound independent judgement and have the ability to provide solutions to project issues and job tasks.
• Ability to build commitment in employees to carry out eh vision of the City and department.
• Ability to lead and direct the activities of a large organization.
• Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with other City officials, the general public, and the news media.
• Ability to remain calm and act resourcefully in an emergency.

Responsibilities

• Directs the day-to-day operation, management and administration of the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Creates a work atmosphere that inspires team members to be creative, innovative, valued and successful; lives Kyle Core Values daily and encourages staff members to incorporate values into their roles.
• Develops, monitors, and administers the department’s budget and personnel.
• Authorizes purchases, monitors expenditures, schedules and allocates personnel resources; evaluates departmental personnel, researches grants, and develops departmental policies and procedures.
• Plans and coordinates park design, development, construction, and capital improvement projects; develops annual and long-term goals and objectives for the Department.
• Obtains and administers funding for the capital improvement projects, and provides assistance in the selection and procurement of parkland acquisition.
• Supervises, hires, evaluates, trains, and delegates duties of Parks and Recreation Department employees, as well as all other contract programs, volunteers, and community service workers.
• Evaluates subordinates’ performance on a periodic basis.
• Represents the Parks and Recreation Department to other City Departments, elected officials and outside agencies; explains and interprets departmental programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves significant and controversial issues.
• Develops safe and effective work procedures; ensures that all programs are properly supervised and monitors all activities in the department.
• Maintain fields and facilities at a high level for use and appearance and are safe for public use.
• Plans and coordinates the development of promotional material to promote recreation programs and community events by using various marketing techniques and media releases.
• Prepares monthly reports and maintains revenue and expenditure reports on all programs; orders supplies and equipment for programs.
• Prepares program information and registration, registers and enrolls participants in all City Parks and Recreation programs.
• Plans, develops, promotes, schedules, implements, and evaluates all Parks and Recreation Department sponsored or co-sponsored special events.
• Oversees all special events and holiday activities; supports citywide special events by serving on event committees.
• Submits an annual Operating Budget request to the City Manager for all operations and/or employees under direct supervision of the Department, monitoring and controlling actual expenditures throughout the fiscal year.
• Participates in a variety of professional groups and organizations to stay abreast of trends and innovations in government recreation programs and administration; researches emerging trends and enhancements and their applicability to City goals.
• Prepares, reviews, and presents staff reports, various management and information updates, and reports on special projects as assigned by the City Manager.
• Responds to internal and public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations; responds to sensitive inquiries on behalf of the City Manager as appropriate.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employment with the City of Kyle is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.
• Selected candidates for positions will be subject to a background investigation and to pre-employment drug screen, depending on the position, may require a physical assessment upon a conditional job offer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director