What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parks & Recreation Director position at City of North Miami?
Description
This is a responsible professional and administrative position directing and supervising the operations of the Parks and Recreation Department. Administrative supervision is exercised over activities of the department such as developing and directing recreation programs for all groups and age and interest levels within the City, and developing and maintaining an adequate park and playground system and the necessary physical facilities to make programs effective. Work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager, with wider discretion for the exercise of independent judgment in resolving problems within the scope of established policies and procedures.
Essential Job Functions
Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate personnel and administrative assistants, the functions and activities of the Parks Division and the Recreation Division; Evaluates adequacy of existing procedures and develops policies to improve efficiency, services and operations; Coordinates and administers departmental budget; Develops administrative and program standards of the various activities of the Parks and Recreation divisions; Directs City-wide parks maintenance program; Plans and directs a flexible program of recreational activities for all segments, groups, age and interest levels of the community; Recommends the acquisition of and directs the development of park and playground areas, and of appropriate structures and facilities so as to best serve the widest recreational interests of the community; Prepares or directs the preparation of periodic and special reports and analyses; Coordinates activities with private contractors and other governmental agencies; Attends City Council meetings and represents the department at City board and committee meetings and meetings with other governmental agencies; Interprets the program through press releases, speeches, and radio addresses, representation on interagency councils and committees and contact with public and private community agencies and groups.
Minimum Requirements
Comprehensive knowledge of all phases of community recreation activities and their administration; Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of park and playground planning and development; Thorough knowledge of management principles and techniques, and ability to manage the operations of the department economically and efficiently to attain the desired results; Ability to develop and execute a well-rounded program of recreational activities; Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing; Ability to cooperate with and interpret recreation philosophies to City authorities, public and private groups and agencies and the general public.
Skills
Master’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Management or Master’s Degree in management or Public administration with a Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management plus extensive responsible professional experience in recreation or parks administration. Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
City Of North Miami Benefits Page
Healthcare
2025 Employee Benefits Guide (PDF)
This is a responsible professional and administrative position directing and supervising the operations of the Parks and Recreation Department. Administrative supervision is exercised over activities of the department such as developing and directing recreation programs for all groups and age and interest levels within the City, and developing and maintaining an adequate park and playground system and the necessary physical facilities to make programs effective. Work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager, with wider discretion for the exercise of independent judgment in resolving problems within the scope of established policies and procedures.
Essential Job Functions
Plans, directs, and coordinates, through subordinate personnel and administrative assistants, the functions and activities of the Parks Division and the Recreation Division; Evaluates adequacy of existing procedures and develops policies to improve efficiency, services and operations; Coordinates and administers departmental budget; Develops administrative and program standards of the various activities of the Parks and Recreation divisions; Directs City-wide parks maintenance program; Plans and directs a flexible program of recreational activities for all segments, groups, age and interest levels of the community; Recommends the acquisition of and directs the development of park and playground areas, and of appropriate structures and facilities so as to best serve the widest recreational interests of the community; Prepares or directs the preparation of periodic and special reports and analyses; Coordinates activities with private contractors and other governmental agencies; Attends City Council meetings and represents the department at City board and committee meetings and meetings with other governmental agencies; Interprets the program through press releases, speeches, and radio addresses, representation on interagency councils and committees and contact with public and private community agencies and groups.
Minimum Requirements
Comprehensive knowledge of all phases of community recreation activities and their administration; Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of park and playground planning and development; Thorough knowledge of management principles and techniques, and ability to manage the operations of the department economically and efficiently to attain the desired results; Ability to develop and execute a well-rounded program of recreational activities; Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing; Ability to cooperate with and interpret recreation philosophies to City authorities, public and private groups and agencies and the general public.
Skills
Master’s Degree in Parks and Recreation Management or Master’s Degree in management or Public administration with a Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Management plus extensive responsible professional experience in recreation or parks administration. Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
City Of North Miami Benefits Page
Healthcare
- Group Health/Dental/Vision Insurance: HMO and dependent coverage is available
- Life Insurance: One times employee’s gross annual salary. Dependent coverage is available.
- Disability Insurance: Optional coverage available
- Flexible Spending Accounts/ Dependent Care Savings Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness Events and Fitness Classes
- On-The-Job Injury Benefits: Worker's Compensation and Supplemental Pay Benefits, when applicable
- Pension: (General Employees) Mandatory participation. Defined benefit plan/Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Pension: (Sworn Police Personnel) Mandatory participation. Defined benefit plan/Florida Retirement System (FRS)
- Deferred Compensation: Optional employee contribution to IRA, and 457 Deferred Compensation Plans offered through Mission Square and Corbridge Financial.
- Vacation: Two weeks per year; after five years, three weeks; after fifteen years, four weeks. Accumulation starts on date of hire. There is a six-month waiting period for using vacation time.
- Holidays: Paid holidays, employee’s birthday, and two Floating/Personal Holidays
- Sick Leave: Ten days per year; after three years, 11 days; after five years, 12 days. Accumulation starts on date of hire. There is a three-month waiting period for using sick time.
- Student Loan Forgiveness: The U.S. Department of Education’s Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program may forgive your student loan balance after making 120 qualifying payments while working full-time with a governmental agency. For additional information please visitFederal Student Aid.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Trust Fund: A trust fund set up by the City of North Miami to assist employees who are faces with unforeseen emergencies. Participation is on a volunteer basis.
- Reduced pricing for Transit and Tri-Rail Passes
- Legal benefits coverage available -LegalShield
- Pet Insurance available -Nationwide Pet Insurance
- Free City Library Card
- Merit Increase: Full time employees are eligible for an annual merit increase.
- Salary: Paid on a weekly basis for the previous work week
- Direct Deposit
2025 Employee Benefits Guide (PDF)