City of Muskogee · 1 day ago
Director of Parks and Recreation
Muskogee, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expCity of Muskogee is seeking a Director of Parks and Recreation to provide executive leadership and strategic planning for the city's parks and recreation programs. The role involves overseeing employee management, financial planning, and community engagement to ensure alignment with city goals and community priorities.
EducationGovernmentMedia and EntertainmentPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Selects, orients, trains, assigns, schedules, coaches, counsels and disciplines employees; communicates job expectations; plans, monitors, appraises, and reviews job contributions; enforces policies and procedures
Supervises office and field employees to ensure adherence to quality standards, deadlines, proper procedures; establishes accountability standards and corrects errors or problems
Provides leadership, management, direction, and long-range vision in the comprehensive development of the overall planning and implementation of programs and services for the parks and recreation department, including facilities maintenance, new or renovation related capital projects, design and construction of Park facilities and resources
Plans and administers a comprehensive park and recreation program, recreation centers and landscaping of City property
Provides overall direction of activities in a large number of park and recreation areas, including swimming pools, recreation centers, tennis courts, baseball fields, parks and floral display areas
Establishes and implements operating policies and procedures
Develops, monitors, and evaluates performance measures to ensure programs, facilities, and services meet community needs and City objectives
Reviews reports, budgets, goals, and policies proposed by staff
Manages, prepares, reviews, analyzes, and presents operating budgets; prepares and administers capital improvement budget and ensures project schedules, grant compliance and proper financial monitoring takes place to meet requirements and effectiveness considerations
Directs the development and administration of the Parks & Recreation operating and capital budgets; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate
Develops grant applications and requests for proposals; prepares and reviews service contracts; administers and monitors the use of regular budgetary allocations, grant or donation related funds, reviews progress, coordinates schedules with other parties, contractors and utilities and resolves problems with project development and execution
Prepares and administers grants, solicits outside funding sources and creates innovative methods for revenue production
Represents the City and the Parks & Recreation Department before boards, commissions, civic organizations, and the general public
Meets with community and business groups to establish community partnerships
Handles citizen complaints and effectively determines proper course of action for a resolution
Ensures effective use of administrative systems, technologies, and data tools including computers for budgeting, reporting, recordkeeping, and communication
Performs other work as necessary and or as assigned
Must report to work on a regular and timely basis
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in parks and recreation management, public administration, horticulture, landscape architecture, or a closely related field
Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in parks and recreation management including at least three (3) years in a senior supervisory or administrative leadership role
Relevant experience in budgeting, personnel management, capital projects, and community engagement
Extensive knowledge of the principles, practices, and trends of public parks and recreation administration, including programming, facilities management, and leisure services
Knowledge of municipal government operations, policies, and procedures, including budgeting, capital improvement planning, procurement, and contract administration
Knowledge of personnel management practices, labor relations, performance management, and organizational development
Knowledge of applicable safety standards, risk management principles, and regulatory requirements related to parks, recreation facilities, and public spaces
Knowledge of grant development, funding sources, and compliance requirements
Ability to provide ethical and effective leadership while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Ability to plan, organize, and direct complex departmental operations; analyze operational, financial, and organizational issues; and develop sound, practical solutions
Ability to manage budgets, allocate resources effectively, and oversee capital improvement projects and facility operations
Ability to build and maintain productive working relationships with elected officials, City leadership, employees, community organizations, and the public
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, including preparing reports, delivering public presentations, and responding to citizen inquiries
Ability to use data, performance measures, and technology to support informed decision-making and improve service delivery
Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive or confidential matters
Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class D driver's license
Possession of a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certification, or ability to obtain within twelve (12) months of hire
Company
City of Muskogee
City of Muskogee is an agency that provides safety, public schools, and entertainment options to support economic development.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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