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Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Page 1 Council Approved: 06/03/2019
Revised 10-2021, 7-2023
City of Waukee
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Assistant Director Parks and Rec Reports to: Parks and Recreation Director
Dept/Div: Parks and Recreation Direct Reports: Recreation Supervisors, Parks
Pay Grade: N36 Laborer
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB PURPOSE: Provide administrative and management oversight to the operations and activities of the
Parks and Recreation department including budget development, RFP process, grant
writing/management, maintenance and repair of parks areas and recreational facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(Order of Essential Functions does not indicate importance of functions.)
1. Recommend and assist in policy and procedure/program development. Plan, coordinate, administer and
evaluate programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and/or service offerings to best
meet the department’s operational goals and objectives; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local
laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards
2. Participate in administrative functions including budget development, grant writing and management,
contract negotiations of facilities, development of RFPs for maintenance contracts.
3. Recommend and approve purchases, monitors expenditures and keeps accurate inventory.
4. Participate in long-range capital improvement planning for the Parks and Recreation department.
5. Maintain records and prepare reports regarding time, supplies and materials used and completed work
orders; utilize maintenance records and reports to prepare cost estimates.
6. Responsible for the inspection, maintenance and equipment replacement of playgrounds.
7. Supervise the maintenance and construction of parks, trails and recreational facilities.
8. Recruit, recommend, and participate in hiring, discipline, termination, orientation, training and performance
management of full-time, part-time and seasonal staff.
9. Direct and manage all subordinates in the daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal delivery of services related
to park maintenance and recreation programming.
10. Represent the City to the Park Board, attend and participates in various city and civic meetings and present
reports and updates on projects to City Council in the absence of the Parks and Recreation Director.
11. Ensure customer complaints are addressed pertaining to all areas of responsibility; investigate causes,
take corrective action as appropriate and maintain records of resolutions.
12. Serve as back up spokesperson for the Parks and Recreation Department in the absence of the Parks &
Rec Director.
13. Perform other duties as apparent or assigned.
SUCCESS FACTORS:
1. Take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a systematic approach to decision making;
identify the important dimensions of a problem, determine potential causes, obtain relevant information and
specify alternate solutions that result in effectiveness.
2. Create positive energy in both individuals and groups to build high morale and group commitments to goals
and objectives.
3. Actively support all efforts to increase cooperation, communication and collaboration between and among
co-workers, departments, City officials, other jurisdictions, the business community and the general public.
4. Establish clear, open-minded, trustworthy, bias-free and customer-focused communication to ensure a
welcoming and inclusive environment.
5. Seek to improve the effectiveness or efficiency of all City operations with positive and creative approaches
to challenges.
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6. Contribute to overall City effectiveness by providing critical staff support to task forces and by participating,
as necessary, in assisting all other teams.
7. Utilize high level of conflict resolution skills with staff, community members, elected officials and
stakeholders.
8. Uphold the Waukee Parks & Recreation Mission Statement with integrity and professionalism.
9. Attentive to the City’s standards for customer service, accuracy, quality, efficiency and all City policies and
procedures ensuring that all work performed and all staff members meet those standards while exhibiting
consistent treatment of all staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Bachelor’s Degree in Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies, or a related field.
2. Two (2) years of supervisory/leadership experience with increasing responsibility in a related field.
Municipality experience preferred.
3. Three (3) years of experience in recreation programming, leading and developing staff and volunteers.
4. Must possess a valid Iowa Driver’s License and meet the requirements of the City’s motor vehicle policy.
5. Knowledge of the principles and practices associated with parks and recreation planning and leisure
activities including safety precautions associated with parks and recreational activities.
6. Knowledge of relevant local, state and federal regulations regarding parks, recreation programs and golf
course management.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of directors, staff,
colleagues, elected officials, and the general public.
2. Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
3. Required to move or lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
4. Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time on different surfaces including walkways, trails, stairs and
undeveloped areas.
5. Ability to understand and communicate ideas and explanations clearly in English, both orally and in writing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Climate-controlled office with hazards typical of that environment.
2. Position requires outdoor work where heat, cold, precipitation and the results of weather and nature may
be encountered.
3. Position requires travel within and outside of the City which imposes common travel hazards.
4. Must be able to maintain standard work hours with flexibility to report to duty at any time including days,
evenings, over nights and weekends.
4. The employee in this position is required to reside within a 30-minute radius of the City limits due to the
need to respond to emergency calls in a timely manner to protect the health, safety and welfare of the
citizens of Waukee.
I have read and understand the information contained in the Job Description. I understand that this Job Description is not intended and
should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.
Also, while this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the Employer reserves the right to revise the functions and
duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the Employer. I understand that I may be
required to work overtime, different shifts or hours, outside the normally defined workday or work week. I also understand that this job
description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate any
employment at any time and for any reason and the Employer has a similar right.
Signature Date
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The City of Waukee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act, the City
will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages prospective employees and job
incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.