Assistant Director of Recreation and Parks

Description

Under the direction of the Director of Recreation and Parks, assists in the managerial functions for planning, organizing and directing the day-to-day activities of the Recreation and Parks Department; monitors and coordinates all personnel related activities in the department; performs administrative work in planning, management and evaluation of recreation and parks facilities and programs; provides highly responsible and complex administrative assistance to the Director; performs other work as required; acts for the Director of Recreation and Parks as assigned.

Representative Duties

The following typical tasks and responsibilities are representative of this class. They are descriptive, not limiting. Essential Duties: Assists the Director of Recreation and Parks in managing department services and activities;

Prepares, reviews, analyzes, and administers annual budget; recommends and administers goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; Researches grant opportunities; Supervises the operation and use of recreation centers, swimming pools, public parks and other places used in recreational activities; Directs the care and maintenance of parks, playgrounds, medians, and other public grounds; Plans designs, constructions, and maintenance parks, medians, streetscapes, facilities, and other City properties.

Minimum Qualifications

Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who clearly demonstrate on the COMPLETED application & supplemental questionnaire that they meet the below requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Business or Public Administration, Recreation Administration, Park Administration, Horticulture; or a closely related field; AND
• Five (5) years in recreation and parks management or related managerial experience OR;
• An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the capabilities to perform the described job duties.

• Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver’s license.

Examination (Weighted: 100%)

Week of May 12, 2025 (Tentative)

An appraisal will be made of the applicant's experience, education, training, certification, knowledge, skills, abilities, and personal qualifications for the position. A minimum passing score of 70% is required.

NOTE: Admission to the Examination may be limited to those applicants who demonstrate the best combination of qualifications. Applicants possessing the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed admittance to the Examination. Employment applications must be properly completed in accordance with instructions on face of application form. All pertinent information needed to determine that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications must be shown on the application, resume, supplemental questionnaire, and typing certificate; otherwise, the application may be rejected. NOTE: POSTMARKS will not be accepted Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of COMPLETED application.