CORE VALUE STATEMENT
The City of Kennewick will provide excellent public service and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community and one another through the empowerment of each employee. We value integrity, inclusiveness, stewardship, and communication. We are accountable to our community for innovative and collaborative efforts that anticipate needs, leverage resources, and deliver solutions.

SAFETY STATEMENT
We expect our employees to ensure compliance with all applicable safety practices and policies, including those established by OSHA/DOSH regulations and by the City’s Accident Prevention Plan. This includes but is not limited to actively identifying and correcting potential hazards that may affect employee and public safety, including those identified by co-workers; leading by example to promote a positive culture of workplace safety through everyday action; and emphasizing safe completion of work throughout all aspects of developing and carrying out work plans.

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Under the administrative direction of the Deputy City Manager, provides managerial oversight to the planning and implementing of recreational programs and special events; operations and maintenance of parks, greenways, and capital projects. This includes the operation of the Southridge Sports & Events Complex, Keewaydin Community Center, Columbia Park Golf TriPlex, major events held in City parks, City co-sponsored events, and other activities for citizens of all ages and socio-economic groups. Within the policy directives set forth by the City Council, establishes goals and objectives to ensure equitable access to recreation and improve the quality of life for residents.

WORK SCHEDULE
The initial work schedule for this classification will be full-time, Monday through Friday. Evenings and weekend work is occasionally required. This classification is exempt from overtime under the FLSA.
The following list reflects the essential job duties and responsibilities of this classification but is not all-inclusive. The incumbent will perform other related duties as assigned.

• Plans, organizes, and directs the operation, maintenance, and development of the City’s comprehensive parks and recreation programs and services. This includes recreation programs, special events, parks maintenance and operations, special population groups, municipal and open space programs, capital projects, development and acquisition of land, and the coordination of services for the community.
• Develops and establishes goals and objectives for the department to ensure compliance with City Council policy directives, overall departmental goals and objectives, and any applicable local, state, or federal laws, rules, and regulations. Develops, recommends, and implements department operating policies, procedures, and programs in order to accomplish City Council and departmental goals and objectives. For example, administers and updates the City’s Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan; recommends a Capital Improvement Program to fund plans; and develops and implements strategies to execute the plans.
• Directs the activities of program support, professional staff, and subordinate supervisors and managers responsible for carrying out the programs, services, and functions of the department. Duties include delegating and overseeing assignments; evaluating projects/programs; training, motivating and assisting staff; evaluating performance; administering discipline; ensuring compliance with union contracts; and making all types of employment decisions.
• Establishes and maintains effective planning and working relationships within the department, with other City departments, and with outside agencies including neighboring jurisdictions, state and federal agencies, community and business groups, and the public to ensure effective and efficient operation and quality service to the community.
• Develops, recommends, and administers the department biennial operating and capital improvement budgets, and engages in financial analysis to determine future needs and recommendations for the necessary resources to accomplish departmental and Citywide goals. This includes the library and golf course operating budgets. Pursues public and private grant funding and sponsorship for park projects and department initiatives. Reviews and approves requisitions and invoices based upon budgetary guidelines.
• Attends City Council meetings and workshops, Parks and Recreation and Arts Commission meetings, and participates in City committees as requested, including cross-functional teams addressing land conveyance, encampments, micromobility, and risk mitigation.
• Prepares and submits reports and correspondence relating to department activities, direction and accomplishments to the City’s leadership team, Parks and Recreation Commission, Arts Commission, City Manager, and City Council. Prepares presentations and reports to be submitted to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Arts Commision, City Council, and external agencies.
• Responds to issues and concerns; determines and implements appropriate resolutions to maintain positive community/customer relations for the department and City.
• Develops, negotiates, and administers contracts for parks master planning, design, improvements, renovations, land use, golf course operations, special events, concessionaires, and recreation programs; ensures contract compliance.
• Develops and coordinates the activities of the Parks and Recreation Commission, Arts Commission, including strategic planning to implement Council goals and priorities; organizes the monthly meetings; and coordinates the agendas and work plans with the Commission chair, City staff, and external agencies.
• Provides technical expertise, information, and assistance to the Deputy City Manager, City Manager, Parks and Recreation Commission, Arts Commission, committees (internal and external), contractors, and consultants regarding assigned functions. Assists as needed in the development of administrative policies, procedures, and programs.
• Directs and ensures compliance with environmental, ADA, safety, and grant funding regulations for the department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation administration or related field and seven (7) or more years of experience administering public service programs, including four (4) or more years of supervisory responsibility. This includes experience and/or certification in park development, special events, risk management, or any combination of relevant education and experience sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed above.

• Must possess Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification or obtain certification upon employment; Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE) certification preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Washington driver’s license.
• Must pass a criminal background investigation.
• Must maintain a level of mental and physical fitness required to perform the essential functions of this classification.

Physical Requirements:
To perform the essential functions of the classification, incumbents must be able to meet the following physical requirements: must regularly talk, hear/listen, see/observe, sit, stand and walk; must regularly demonstrate fine motor skills; must occasionally exert up to ten (10) pounds of force.