Director of Parks & Recreation
San Luis Obispo County
Date Posted:
October 14, 2014
Salary:
$102,192 – $124,224
Description:
The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking an experienced,
innovative, and high performing professional to lead the County
Parks & Recreation Department. This newly created Department Head
position requires a complement of skills including parks and
recreation expertise, an innovative management approach, and a
passion for public service. This high profile position requires a
trustworthy and visionary leader who is dedicated to providing
superior service to the citizens of San Luis Obispo County. The
new Director of Parks & Recreation serves at will to the County
Administrative Officer. With approximately 55 full-time employees
and expenditures of approximately $10.5M, the Director will have
overall responsibility for Parks & Recreation Services as well as
department administration, personnel management, organizational
planning, and budget.
This executive level position is a key member of the County’s
leadership team that requires a results-driven individual, with
excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The Director of
Parks & Recreation must be capable of working effectively with
the County Board of Supervisors, staff, residents, parks
commissioners, and other governmental agencies.
Qualifications:
The County of San Luis Obispo is seeking an experienced,
innovative, and high performing professional to lead the County
Parks & Recreation Department. This newly created Department Head
position requires a complement of skills including parks and
recreation expertise, an innovative management approach, and a
passion for public service. This high profile position requires a
trustworthy and visionary leader who is dedicated to providing
superior service to the citizens of San Luis Obispo County. The
new Director of Parks & Recreation serves at will to the County
Administrative Officer. With approximately 55 full-time employees
and expenditures of approximately $10.5M, the Director will have
overall responsibility for Parks & Recreation Services as well as
department administration, personnel management, organizational
planning, and budget.
This executive level position is a key member of the County’s
leadership team that requires a results-driven individual, with
excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The Director of
Parks & Recreation must be capable of working effectively with
the County Board of Supervisors, staff, residents, parks
commissioners, and other governmental agencies.
How to Apply:
Candidates are encouraged to submit electronically. To be
considered, candidates must submit a compelling cover letter,
comprehensive resume, salary history, answers to the supplemental
questions listed below, and at least three (3) professional
references via email to mmckibben@co.slo.ca.us.
Candidates are encouraged to submit as soon as possible. This
position is open until filled with the initial application
screening beginning November 10, 2014
Please refer to the County’s website for more information:
http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/hr.htm
Filing Deadline:
Open until filled