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Director - Parks and Recreation - 24213109U
The County of San Diego is seeking applications from qualified individuals for the Director, Parks and Recreation . The selected candidate for this executive level management position will be a visionary leader, strategist, and innovator who strives for continuous improvement and results.
The Director will ensure exceptional customer service is provided to millions of patrons each year. The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has 304 employees and a budget of $77.
2 million with a robust volunteer program. They will lead DPR’s award-winning parks system, accessible, high-quality parks, and diverse recreational opportunities to improve the lives of residents and visitors in the region.
DPR builds better health for individuals and families, enhances safety in communities, and preserves the environment so that people can enjoy clean air and water, rich biodiversity, and access to open space.
DPR implements the Multiple Species Conservation Program, which acquires hundreds of acres for conservation annually, protecting species and habitats in the region.
DPR promotes environmental ambassadorship, health and wellness, safe communities, and civic pride through thousands of programs including interpretive hikes and bike rides, educational workshops, nature discovery tables, classes, camps, volunteer activities, community festivals, and more.
The Director will lead the dedicated team in managing operations of facilities, a capital program for maintenance and development, budget development and monitoring, human resources, finance, and operations while providing mentorship and leadership as well as carrying out the strategic vision of the department.
The Director will foster relationships and work closely with the County’s elected leadership, County leadership, stakeholders, partners, and the community.
Minimum Requirements :
Five years of management level experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the job classification.
Experience must include at least one year of supervision.
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or foreign equivalency certification.
Note : A master’s degree or doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, may substitute for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
Agency : County of San Diego - Department of Parks and Recreation
Apply To : 5500 Overland Avenue, Ste 5500
Contact Name : Bryan Faircloth, Executive Recruiter
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