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Parks and Recreation Manager - City of Rocklin, California

City of Rocklin, California is looking for a Parks and Recreation Manager.

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Parks and Recreation Manager

Deadline to Apply: October 13, 2024

THE POSITION

The City of Rocklin's incumbent Parks and Recreation Manager is retiring in the fall of 2024, and the City seeks to fill this vacancy with a dynamic individual who is passionate about Parks and Recreation and will bring a blend of strategic leadership, operational expertise, and community engagement skills to enhance our parks and recreation services

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

This position demands a blend of proactive leadership with a passion for enhancing community spaces and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality recreational services and park maintenance operations. As our next Parks and Recreation Manager, we need:

  • Extensive Experience in Parks and Recreation Management: Proven track record in managing, directing, and evaluating major park services and recreation programs, with experience in overseeing large-scale park maintenance programs, Park Capital Improvement Programs, land acquisitions, and the development of design standards and initial plans.
  • Strategic Planning: Demonstrated ability to develop long-term plans for parks that address dynamic needs and provide a vision for future improvements.
  • Financial and Administrative Skills: Experience in preparing, administering, and monitoring departmental budgets; and proficiency in managing procurement processes, contracts and service agreements, reviewing expenditures, drafting policies and handling administrative duties.
  • Customer Service and Problem Resolution: Strong skills in addressing difficult or sensitive complaints and requests from the public with professionalism and responsiveness.
  • Leadership and Team Management: Proven ability to manage, train, and evaluate personnel within assigned program areas and experience in overseeing the work of contract consultants and ensuring high performance. Skilled in managing multidisciplinary teams and contractors, developing staff, and fostering a collaborative work environment to ensure operational excellence.

Download this PDF for more information about the position: 

Rocklin_Parks and Recreation Manager 9-24.pdf

 

Ready to make a significant impact in Rocklin?

Submit your application and resume to governmentjobs.com/careers/rocklinca by October 13, 2024.

Discover more about our thriving community and career opportunities at:  https://www.rocklin.ca.us

Or, for more information reach out to:  RocklinHuman Resources at (916) 625-5055 

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