Thursday, December 10, 2015

Assistant Parks and Recreation Director

Location: Wasatch County

Hourly Salary: $32.69 - $37.98

Effective Date: January 1, 2016


Description: Performs a variety of professional, administrative and managerial duties related to planning, organizing and assisting the operations of the Wasatch County Parks and Recreation Department, including various recreational facilities, parks, events complex, programs and enrichment classes.

Minimum Qualifications:
a.     Bachelor’s Degree in  parks and recreation management, physical education or closely related field
b.     Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties; Four (4) years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
c.     Or an Equivalent combination of education and experience.

1.     Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of developing and operating recreation, parks and community education programs; principles of supervision; fiscal management and budget development of various recreation activities and events which target all segments of the community from youth to senior citizens; general office maintenance and practices; business and technical writing; interpersonal communication skills; public relations. Knowledge of management supervision and employee motivation.
Ability to administer a large work program; analyze a variety of financial problems and make recommendations; analyze complex planning, development and zoning problems and make recommendations; operate personal computer in utilizing various programs to produce of compose formal documents, reports and records; assists in preparation  and presentation of budget estimates; direct, motivate, develop, and evaluate subordinates; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; develop effective working relationship with the Wasatch County Director of Parks and Recreation, Wasatch County Parks and Recreation Board of Directors, staff and public.

2.     Incumbent to the position performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require variety of physical activities. Periodic walking, standing, stooping, sitting and reaching required in normal course of performing essential duties. Must be able to operate light Equipment ie: tractors, mowers and skid steers. Must have knowledge in park irrigation systems and grounds maintenance associated with parks and recreation programing, Talking, hearing and seeing valuable to effective performance of the job. Common eye, hand, finger, leg and foot dexterity required for most essential functions. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating and some creative problem solving. Must be able to work weekends, Holidays and varied schedules including evening and night shifts.  

Info to Apply: All positions require a completed Wasatch County Employment Application and a copy of Resume to be submitted to the Personnel Office by the December 18, 2015 closing date.  
Contact: drowley@wasatch.utah.gov
 

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