City of Desloge, MO Article III Director of Parks and Recreation

Section 130.120 Office Created.

[CC 1990 §130.120; Ord. No. 94.023 §1, 10-10-1994]

There is hereby established the office of Director of Parks and Recreation in and for the City of Desloge.

Section 130.130 Appointment and Tenure.

[CC 1990 §130.130; Ord. No. 94.023 §1, 10-10-1994]

A qualified person shall be appointed as Director of Parks and Recreation (hereinafter referred to in this Article as "Director") by the Mayor; such appointment shall be approved by a majority of the Board of Aldermen, to serve for an indefinite term.

Section 130.140 Scope of Authority.

[CC 1990 §130.140; Ord. No. 94.023 §1, 10-10-1994; Ord. No. 2015.21 §3, 7-13-2015; Ord. No. 2020.02, 2-10-2020]

A. The Director shall be the Chief Executive Officer in charge of the Parks and Recreation Department and its personnel. He/She shall be responsible for the administration of a comprehensive recreation program for the entire community and for the administrative management of the public parks, playgrounds, swimming pool and other recreational facilities as may be developed within the City. The Director shall serve as technical advisor and consultant to and for the City Administrator and administer the policies laid down by the Mayor and the Board of Aldermen.

B. The Director has executive responsibility for both the recreation and parks function, and for the maintenance of high level of service through the administration of both. The Director shall also serve in matters of hours, personnel and equipment as may be deemed necessary and expedient by the Board of Aldermen.

C. The Director has executive responsibility to recommend set usage fees, and to modify or waive fees and charges, as deemed appropriate, associated with the public parks, playgrounds, swimming pool, Brightwell Park Sports Complex and other recreational facilities as may be developed within the City.

Section 130.150 Compensation.

[CC 1990 §130.150; Ord. No. 94.023 §1, 10-10-1994]

Compensation of the Director shall be established by ordinance at the time of appointment, and shall be subject to review, reconsideration and adjustment annually.

Section 130.160 Duties.

[CC 1990 §130.160; Ord. No. 94.023 §1, 10-10-1994; Ord. No. 2015.21 §4, 7-13-2015; Ord. No. 2020.02, 2-10-2020]

A. Administrative Duties.

1. The Director shall have the supervision of the Parks and Recreation Department in accordance with general policies established and approved by the Board of Aldermen.

2. The Director shall be responsible for organization and supervision of an efficient administration of the department.

3. The Director shall establish, review and coordinate procedures to the end that a maximum service may be provided at reasonable cost.

4. The Director shall assist in the actual performance of work activities as needed to assure a successful parks and recreation program for the City and perform actual manual labor as required.

B. Program Duties.

1. The Director shall develop a broad diversified program of recreation activities and services to meet the needs of the public.

2. The Director shall supervise the organization and conduct of the community programs, including activities under active leadership and others which primarily require provision of space, facilities and general administrative service.

C. Staff Duties.

1. The Director shall recommend the employment of parks and recreation personnel as needed.

2. The Director shall organize, assign and train department personnel and develop and maintain good work relationships among staff members.

3. The Director shall establish close working relationships with and serve ex-officio as consultant on recreation and park matters to public and voluntary community agencies and organizations concerned with City planning, housing, public welfare, education and other subjects closely related to community recreation.

D. Area And Facility Duties.

1. The Director shall superintend the acquisition, planning, design and construction of recreation and parks facilities under City ownership or maintenance.

2. The Director shall operate and maintain all areas and facilities under department control for optimum use in support of the community program.

E. Planning And Research Duties.

1. The Director shall study and analyze the effectiveness of the Parks and Recreation Department's services.

2. The Director shall study conditions, needs and trends affecting the recreation and parks requirements of the community.

3. The Director shall prepare and recommend adoption of long range and immediate plans to meet community needs for adequate recreation space, facilities, program and personnel.

4. The Director shall study and keep informed of developments in the parks and recreation field.

F. Financial Duties.

1. The Director shall direct, control and account for the expenditure of Parks and Recreation Department funds in accordance with budget appropriations.

2. The Director shall prepare and justify budget estimates, work programs and supporting data for the recreation and park functions.

3. The Director shall supervise the keeping of complete financial records for the Parks and Recreation Department.

4. The Director shall recommend establishment of necessary fees and charges for various department services, supervise their use, and waive or modify fees or charges as deemed appropriate.

5. The Director shall work with the various local agencies and organizations and interested individuals for the purpose of raising funds from private sources to assist in the funding of the program.

6. The Director shall study various methods and means of financial assistance available through State and Federal sources.

G. Public And Community Relations Duties.

1. The Director shall interpret and communicate to the public the community recreation program and its philosophy and objectives through all suitable means including the use of volunteers and staff members as well as news media.

2. The Director shall promote the public use of the park and recreational facilities, areas and equipment for group and individual play, recreation and relaxation through a continuing program of public education.

3. The Director shall establish and maintain cooperative planning and working relationships with other local community agencies, governmental, voluntary and private, and with state, regional and national agencies concerned with recreation, parks, conservation and related fields.

H. Record And Report Duties.

1. The Director shall maintain systematic, complete and accurate records of Parks and Recreation Department activities and services, personnel and property.

2. The Director shall prepare and issue regular and special reports for use by staff, board, community officials and others, and for the information of the community.