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JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing the operations of the Parks and Recreation Department and the Barrow County Senior Center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:          

• Administers all department programs and events;
• Develops and implements leisure services programs;
• Prepares a variety of regular and special reports, including reports to the Northeast Georgia Regional Commission;
• Coordinates department capital projects;
• Prepares annual budget recommendations and manages approved funds;
• Develops and implements marketing and promotional efforts in support of department programs;
• Trains, assigns, directs, schedules, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel;
• Coordinates department activities with other county departments;
• Meets with public groups, clubs, and organizations;
• Conducts surveys to determine community needs and evaluate ongoing programs;
• Establishes registration fees for programs, rentals, and facilities;
• Supervises the publication of news releases and program guides;
• Attends conferences and training programs; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field;
• Seven (7) years of experience in a related field, to include 3 years management experience;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and 
• Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public and recreation administration;
• Knowledge of senior citizen programming strategies;
• Knowledge of the theories and techniques for the delivery of recreation services to a variety of populations;
• Knowledge of all relevant laws, county policies and procedures, and departmental and safety guidelines;
• Knowledge of project management principles;
• Knowledge of public relations and marketing principles;
• Knowledge of budgetary processes and procedures;
• Skill in supervision;
• Skill in the development and implementation of long- and short-range plans;
• Skill in the development and implementation of programming for the target population;
• Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs;
• Skill in public speaking;
• Skill in oral and written communication;
• Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations; and
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with County officials, other employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:     

Work is typically performed in an office and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather.