IDEAL CANDIDATES The ideal candidate should be an established leader with thorough knowledge of the modern management principles, practices, and techniques of operations and maintenance, and administration of the departmental operating and capital budgets.  The city desires an energetic leader with proven ability and passion to engage staff and help shape the culture of the department while integrating policies and best practices. Under the supervision of the Director, the Assistant Director plans, implements, and evaluates the various programs and services provided by the department to manage parks, recreational facilities and   recreational activities within the city.; the Assistant Director is responsible for implementing feedback to improve t