[Code 1974 §185.010; CC 1984 §19-26]
There is created the office of Director of Parks and Recreation
in and for the City.
[Code 1974 §185.020; CC 1984 §19-27]
The City Administrator, with the advice and consent of the City
Council, may appoint a Director of Parks and Recreation. The appointment
shall be made at the first (1st) regular meeting of the City Council
in May unless, however, a vacancy occurs between terms.
[Code 1974 §185.030; CC 1984 §19-28]
A.
The
Director of Parks and Recreation 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, Long Memorial Hall, and
other recreation facilities as may be developed. The Director shall
serve as technical advisor and consultant to and for the Parks and
Recreation Advisory Board and administer the policies laid down by
the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board.
B.
The
Director has executive responsibility for both the recreation and
parks function and for the maintenance of a 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 City Council.
[Code 1974 §185.040; CC 1984 §19-29]
Compensation for the Director of Parks and Recreation shall
be set by ordinance at the time of appointment and shall be reconsidered
annually.
[Code 1974 §185.060; CC 1984 §19-30]
A.
Administrative Duties.
1.
The Director of Parks and Recreation shall have the supervision of
the work of the Parks and Recreation Department in accordance with
the general policies established by the Park and Recreation Advisory
Board as approved by the City Council.
2.
The Director shall have the organization and supervision of an efficient
administration for the department.
3.
The Director shall establish, review and coordinate procedure 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 program, including both those activities under active leadership
and others which primarily require provision of space, facilities
and general administrative service.
C.
Staff Duties.
1.
The Director shall recruit, select and employ or 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 relations 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 the 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
recreation and parks 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 and supervise their use.
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 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.
