| DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: -Responsible for overseeing the stewardship of the City’s parkland, urban forests and greenspace, park facilities and buildings; recreational programming and activities; parks budget management and facilities management practices. Manage and motivate direct and indirect staff of approximately 700 full-time, part-time, and seasonal employees. -Driven to achieve exceptional customer service throughout the department. -Plan and manage a citywide recreation program including athletic leagues, instructional programs, adaptive sports and recreation, day camps, special events and more. -Passionate about preservation of parkland and greenspace for today’s park visitors and for future generations. -Oversight of Recreation and Wellness, Facilities Management and Development, Communications, Management and Finance, Urban Park Rangers and Greenspace Management Divisions. -Build strong relationships with community groups, non-profit boards, neighborhood associations, etc. Political and public policy astuteness to manage public-private partnerships and usher agenda items through City Council. -Familiarity with legal contracts and language related to real estate transactions, interlocal agreements, and development and operational agreements. -Works with division personnel in developing, negotiating and presenting budgets to the Mayor and City Council. -Organize, evaluate, and present information effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to prepare reports and recommendations. PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to candidates who possess knowledge of: -Governmental budget and reporting process. -The methods, techniques and requirements for the maintenance and upkeep of buildings, facilities, grounds, and equipment. -The rules, regulations, and enforcement methods for controlling public use of facilities. -The principles and practices of personnel and office management. -Current recreational needs, interests, trends, and facilities. -Employee policies and procedures, including equal employment opportunity practices. -The methods and techniques used in building construction activities, including construction methods, equipment, specifications, and contracts. **Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** | 
