At the time of application, applicants must:
1. Possess a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a preferred major in Recreation and Park Administration, Park and Recreation Management, Park and Recreation Resources, Planning, Urban Planning, Conservation Planning, Sustainability, Business Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field.
2. Have had at least five (5) years of full-time work experience as supervisor of a major park or recreation facility or department.
NOTE: A Master's degree in one of the fields described above, may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
3. Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before hire date.
4. Pass the complete examination including the employment medical, established for this classification.
5. Successfully complete the six month probationary period.