Job Opportunity

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

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