What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks & Recreation Director position at City of Lewiston?
This position is open until filled.
Our Ideal Candidate:
The City is seeking a dynamic, results-driven professional with a proven record of leadership, strategic planning, and innovative problem solving. This individual will bring a strong commitment to fostering community relationships and driving organizational success. With a focus on aligning initiatives with organizational goals and values, the ideal candidate will play a critical role in shaping the department's future.
The role requires a professional with expertise in project management, including the ability to lead complex initiatives from planning through execution. Success in this area involves coordinating resources effectively, delivering projects on time and within budget, and overseeing operations related to facilities, infrastructure improvements, and creative program implementation.
Strong leadership skills are essential, including experience managing and developing diverse teams. The ideal candidate will inspire collaboration, foster accountability, and create a culture of high performance. A strategic mindset, capable of translating long-term goals into actionable plans, navigating budgetary challenges, and ensuring operational excellence.
A dedication to community engagement and exceptional communication is crucial. Building strong relationships with local partners, stakeholders, and community members is a key aspect of this role, as is ensuring that initiatives align with the needs and values of the community. If you are a proactive leader eager to make an impact, we encourage you to apply!
About Lewiston:
Nestled in the scenic Clearwater and Snake River valleys, Lewiston, Idaho, offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm. Some highlights of what makes Lewiston a fantastic place to live and work include breathtaking natural beauty, a vibrant community, affordable living, outdoor recreation, and a grow job market.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Mayor, plan, organize and direct the operation, maintenance and development of the City's Parks and Recreation Department, including parks, citywide building maintenance, cemetery, recreation programs, swimming pools, urban forestry, golf course and overseeing city owned properties; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.Essential Functions:
Plan, organize and direct the operation, maintenance and development of the departmental divisions including parks, building maintenance, cemetery, recreation, pools, urban forestry and golf course.
Administer maintenance programs including City-owned or leased buildings and cemetery maintenance, parks and grounds maintenance, golf course, open space management, urban forestry and recreation programs and events.
Establish and develop department goals, objectives and priorities; set goals and performance criteria for sections within the department; monitor and measure attainment of objectives, goals and priorities and implement corrective actions in project phases and objectives as necessary.
Direct the preparation of annual budget recommendations for the department; supervise and control expenditures in accordance with established guidelines and limitations.
Plan, organize and implement long-range programs and activities designed to develop assigned facilities and services; administer work plans and budgets for approved projects; inspect parks and recreation facilities and City buildings for long-range maintenance.
Communicate and meet with City officials and administrators, public and private organizations, agencies, citizens and contractors regarding parks and recreation facilities, operations activities and programs; resolve issues and conflicts; exchange information.
Assist in the formulation and development of administrative policies, procedures and programs; advise the Mayor of current trends or problems and recommend appropriate action.
Serve as the staff liaison, or appoint other staff members, to City Council appointed advisory commissions to include Parks and Recreation, Cemetery/Urban Forestry and Youth; serve on periodic Council appointed task forces or special service committees.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees; provide training as needed; recommend disciplinary actions as appropriate.
Research, prepare or direct the preparation of a variety of reports including the division activity report and annual report; prepare grant applications and prepare and review equipment, building or supply specifications.
Prepare and present speeches and informal meetings for various service clubs and organizations.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation administration, or related field and five years increasingly responsible parks and recreation management experience; Master’s degree and Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred. Position requires a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Modern principles and practices related to the planning and administration of comprehensive parks and
recreation programs.
Community needs, resources and issues related to parks and recreation operations.
Modern principles and practices related to the maintenance and renovation of parks and building facilities.
Grant application development and completion.
City and governmental purchasing policies, procedures and requirements.
Budget planning, development and control.
Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training.
Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
Local governmental organization, operations, policies and objectives.
Laws, codes, regulations and City policies governing the operation and use of parks and recreation facilities.
ABILITY TO:
Plan, organize and direct the operation, maintenance and development of the Parks and Recreation department services.
Develop and implement a variety of recreation programs and services that meet community needs.
Provide technical expertise regarding parks and recreation facilities, services, programs and operations.
Plan, develop and administer an annual operating budget and long-range improvement programs.
Research, evaluate and determine present and future City space and facilities maintenance needs and parks and recreation service delivery system needs.
Prepare grant applications.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Read, interpret, apply and explain codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Prepare and direct the maintenance of a variety of records and reports related to parks and recreation operations, activities and budgets.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
Prepare and deliver oral presentations.
Administer contracts for services provided by outside firms.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices.Working Conditions:
With or without reasonable accommodation: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing which permits the employee to communicate effectively and make public presentations; Sufficient vision which permits the employee to review a wide variety of written and electronic materials and information; Sufficient manual dexterity which permits the employee to operate a variety of specialized equipment; Sufficient personal mobility which permits the employee to work in high volume traffic areas and to perform the essential functions of the job.
Salary : $95,254 - $138,538
