TOWN PARKS DIRECTOR 4295

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class plans, organizes and supervises the operations and maintenance of a large system of town parks and beaches. The incumbent coordinates the activities of a large number of personnel engaged in the operation of parks facilities and in the maintenance of the grounds, equipment and facilities at town parks, beaches and marinas. The incumbent directs the planning and development of new parks, and the preparation of the departmental budget. Supervision is received from the department Commissioner, who evaluates performance through frequent consultation, conferences and the review of written reports. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Directs the planning, organization and supervision of the operations and maintenance of town parks, beaches and marinas;

Directs the planning and development of new parks;

Confers with town engineering and planning departments and professional consultants in the design, planning and construction of new parks and recreational facilities;

Prepares drafts of bid specifications for specialized equipment and materials used in park maintenance, construction and other work to go out on contract;

Supervises payroll, accounting and recordkeeping activities;

Oversees the preparation of the departmental budget and annual reports.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of park and beach management; thorough knowledge of the operational and maintenance requirements of the grounds, equipment, buildings and other facilities of parks, beaches and marinas; thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of public administration, budget preparation and office management; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of a large staff of diversified personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare comprehensive statistical and narrative reports on departmental operations; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads, public officials and the general public; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and eight (8) years of experience in park administration, recreation facility management or the supervision of park and/or recreation facility maintenance activities.

NOTE: Additional experience in the areas indicated above will be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis. Additional education in Public Administration , Business Administration, Parks Administration or a related field will be substituted for experience on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four (4) years.

07/12/94

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive