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99-20ORIGINAL �� :, Refemed To 1 2 3 4 Committee Date �nancurn MAR 27 1999 THE COUNCIL OF TFIE C1TY OF SAlNT PAUL DOES ORDAIIJ: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1? Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish minimum qualifications for the Parks and Recreation Director position.. Section 2. That Chapter 21 of the Saint Paul Administrative Code is hereby amended by adding ihe following section to read: 21.08. Pazks and Recreation Director �� -�, r �� g�.e�.� �� _ - � a�� o j�,°�, ORDINANCE :I�1( OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA Couucil File # I �'1� Green Sheet # 62413 �i — ��o �4 .i��t°I An Adu�inistrative Ordinance amending Chapter 21 of the Administrative Cade, entitled Officer's Qualifications by establic� minimum qualifications for the unclassified position of Parks and Recreation Director. The Pazks and Recreation Director shall tiave a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of public or private sector leadership or management eacperience working in or with large muUifaceted service oriented organizations. ��B7f�0fi0H8B �-�-f9��1C-C�ilC3t701131Swm�rrmP.nt nn� rme-vear-rtF�cncricrRr.�nrntrca�atirnrbaeis- '� Section , be in force 30 days from and after its passage,3a�approv3l, and publication. Requested by Department of: Office of Auman Resources �,: ��- �� Fornt Approved by City Attomey By: k �� lc'3 �`` � 12 �Z Adoption Certified by Councii Secretary �,�� Appmved Appmved or: Date ( ✓�L�1-(S 1 �Z'q� BY: F:\CLASSVOFIN�SOPTORD.WPD to Council Adopted by Council: Date . L.�n \O �q�`� D�r"x'�r"°�'`�c'°"'v�'` aA'� n�r`"'�° GREEN SHEET xo. 62413 a � � Human Resources 12-23-98 corrracrrESSOx�raort�: y � �A'� Jolm Hamilton 266-6470 , na,�a�n� na, L � s cnrcanrcu, Jolm Shockley 266-6482 � z �, u ,� � � � flfAfB�FOH Z�� fV MIISlEEOPiCOUNCII.AGECiDABY(DATL� 80VLING 3PWAtiant�v � �N(SeL�wuctr OBD� IIIAI'OIt J �.�. _ � , \°�� TOTAL!lOFSIGNATOREPAGES_3 (CUPALLLOCATIONSFORSIGNATURL7 ACCION REQIIESTED: Request approved of an �� minimum qualifications for the unclassified Parks and Recreation Director positian. RB�C%�JATlONS: APPwe (A)alte]at (R) PIIiSONALS&RViCS CONSRACTSMUSI ANSW� Sfi&FOIIAVYINGQi1&S1TON3: 1. FLat6uP�evaankedimdcacmertfal6isdepmtmmt7 PLANNII7GCOMbII3SION Ya No — CIDCOMlATfHH 2 HndrisP��evabemaeaY�P�� CtVII,SERVICBWbII�955ION Yc No — s. noumi.n�P�aakiunoeaamdbv�Mmr��r�e�^Y�� Ye No 4. Lthiapc�m�6rmaWgaW�+mdoC! Ya No B:pIW a0 ye amwas w�ryanfe �Led aBd atfatL fo peea sLret IlVIT7ATING PROBLEM, ISSUE, OPPOBTUNTCY (�Yho, WIW, W6�, Wbere, Why): ' M'inimum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a quatified Parks and Recreation Director. ADVANfAGESIFAPPROVED: Parks and Recrearion Director selection process will have established minimum qualifications for candidates. DISADVANTAGESIFAPPROVED: None DL4ADVANTAGFS IF NOT AYPBOVED: No staadazd qualifications wili be established. TOTAL AMOUNC OF TRANSACI'ION: COSf/REVENUE BUDGETED: FUNDING90URCE: AGTIViTYNUhIBER: �U�31�.�:,�,Ri:."�'`s:a�iT�"� FINANG7Ai.INFORMATION: (ECPLAIN) D�� F:ICLASS VOHNISUPTGRN. WPD RAMSSY CovNTY Title of Class_ r� DIRECTOR OF PARRS AND RECREATION 9q-�o ��99 ��t-� ��/�, �� BASIC FONCTION To direct, manage and administer the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department; to plan, develop and manage a comprehensive system of County and regional parks, open space, trails, and recreation facilities and programs that address the leisure needs of Ramsey County residents; to secure and manage fiscal resources for acquisition, development, and operations and maintenance for the parka and recreation system; to formulate recommendations and implement polieies and ordinances of the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners; and to perform related duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORt�D: Directs the formulation of all goals, objectives, priorities and work programs for the Parks and Recreation Department. Serves as the principal ataff liaison to the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commiesion; prepares agendas and corresponding documentation for policy consideration and recomtnendation to the Ramsey County Board af Commissioners. Analyzes the leisure needs and interests of Ramsey County reeidents identified through applied research and reCOmmends strategies to � address identified deficiencies. Directa the preparation of the annual operating budget for the Parks and Recreation Department; presents the proposed budget to the Ramsey County Manager and the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners; directs management and control of the operating budget expenditures and revenues. Represents Ramsey County on various boards, committees and task forces. � Directs preparation of the five-year Capital Improvement Program (updated annually) for the department; preaenta the Capital Zmprovement Program to the Ramsey County Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee and the Ramsey County Board of Commissionera; directs implementation and budget management of approved projects. Directs the preparation of grant applications to the Metropolitan Council, state departments, federal agencies and private sponsora foz acquisition, development, operations, maintenance and program services; directs the administration of grant contracts in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws. Directa the preparation ot support documentation for of Cammissioners; presents consideration. 4/17/98 policy recommendations with appropriate consideration by the Ramsey County Board recommendations to the Board for 38300 DIRECTOR OF PAi2KS AND RECREATION q9-ao �� Organizes and directs the administrative, financial and accounting £unctions of the department to assure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with the County�s administrative code and appZicable laws_ Represents the department at public meetings and hearings involving city councils, city appointed commissions, regional councils and legislative committees. Meets with buainess agents and labor representatives to address mutual interests and concerns. Participates in the preparation of Requests for Proposal and in the selsction of consultants to plan, design and engineer capital improvement projects; negotiates contracts with selected consulting firms. Interprets and administers parks and recreation policies in ordinances as adopted by the Ramsey County Board of Commissionera_ SIIPERVISORY/MANAGF.MENT RESPONSIBILITY: Directly supervises four division heads and an administrative secretary. Responsible for the work activity of over ninety FTEs and approximately 15o seasonal employees assigned to the department's fifteen divisions. � INTERNAL/ERTERNp,L RE7,p,TIONSBIPS : Daily contact with County residents, customers and apecial interest group representatives regarding services and activitiea of the Parks and Recreation Department. Daily to weekly contact with members of the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners, County Commissioner Assistants and the County Manager to discuas policy matters pertaining to parks and recreation services. Weekly contact with news media to discuss program servicea and other initiativea involving the Parks and Recreation Department; and with elected and appointed municipal and special district officials to discuss matters of mutual interest. Monthly contact with state legislators to enliet their support for legislative initiatives that advance or affect parks and recreation services; and with othez state and national parks and recreation professionals to share information of mutual interest and concern. IMPACTS ON 3ERVICE$/OPSI2PaTIONS: impacts the quality of areas, £acilities and aervices provided by the department (five regional parks, five regional trail corridors, eleven county parks, nine protection open space sites, eleven indoor ice arenas, four golf courses, a nature center, ten beaches and other apecial use facilities). Proper performance results in satisfied customers, safe and aesthetically attractive areas and faeilitiea, high quality natural resources and in sound management of financial resources. Improper performance would zesult in � deterioration of areas and facilities, loss of custamers, possible 4/17/9g 38300 DSRECTOR DF PARKS AND RECREATION _� �� °I�-ac violations of OSHA safety standards and inappropriate use of County funds. WORR ENVIRC2d�i8NT: Eighty percent of the time is spent in an o£fice environment with daily automobile travel to and from meetinga outside of the office. Ten percent of the time is spent in public meetings presenting documentation and testimony to elected officials. Ten percent oP the time involves site visits and inspections at parks, trail corridors, arenas and golf courses. County government. Knowledge of rules, regulations and laws affectinq the delivery of parks and recreation services. Knowledge of the Ramsey County Home Rule Charter, Code, and County Board policies and ordinances. Skill in communicating both orally and in writing of individuals and organi2ations. xxowi.EnaE SRILLS AND ABILITISS RBQUIRED: Knowledge of the £ield of parks, recreation and leisure services. Knowledge of the principles and practices of management and administration. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing provision of pazka and recreation services and the availability of £unding sources. • Knowledge of the political and organizational atructure of Ramsey Ram9ey County in Administrative to a varied number Skill in dealing with the media and making presentations. Ability to organize, assign work and supervise a large number of � staff inembers. Ability to coordinate activities and deal effectively with public officials, County Manager, Board of Commissioners, the media and the general public. Ability to analyze complex data. Ability to make decisions and prioritize work. Ability to plan anfl manage a major County department. Ability to identify major trends in leisure services, prioritize objectives and allocate resources effectively to address those objectives. MINSMI7M QIIALSFICATIONS: Education: A Bachelor•e Degree in parks and recreation, public administration or a closely relatsd field. (Ntaster's Degree preferred). Experience: Ten years of progressively responaible experience in the management and administration of a public parks and recreation department, inciuding four years 3n a manageriai capacity. � 4/17/98 38300 DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION TOTAL P.84 .. { �� • P�sition Title: Deoartment: Reoorts to: • qa �a� POSffION RESPONSIBIUTY WRITE UP Superintendent }��IU�PIA! �f}Rl�S Office of ihe Boord of Commissioners and Superintendent Dotg: Revised Jan 1999 FLSA Status: Exempt Board of Commissioners � Prrcnarv Obiectives Pov Level: 15 A. To provide pos�tive ond effective leatlership for the Pork Reserve �istrict wifhin me pokcies estobiished by me Boartl and oppiicoble Ipws and regulations in o monner that wc11 achieve o sound development ond management progrom to serve the besf interest of the publio. B. 7o manoge c stoff of 240 plus professional, administrotNe, cierical, low enforcement, ond mointenpnCe personnel. V�toior Areas of Accountobiliiv � Board Retat(ons 5erves as Chief Atlministrative Officer ond Secretary to the Boord. Advises the Board on policy matters and formuiotes recommendation for the Boord to consider in estoblishing gu;delines. objectives, ond goals for ihe District. Serves as liaison beiween the stoff and the Boord, keeping both groups well informed. Corries out Boord decaions. profiecfiing ond implementing policy. � Staff Leatlership and Adminisiration Provides o pos'rtive personnel framework which serves to othact, deveiop and mointoin o competent, moiivoted stoff. Appiies personnel policies consafienfily, keeping siaff informed of iheir occountobilify for pertormonce. Encouroges employees to work cooperative�y towortl common gools and provides me direction to reach those goots. Administers the per5onnei, financial ond orgon2otionol needs of the Disfrict. C. Future Vision/Stroteaic Direction Provides overaii direction and guidance for the Pork Reserve Dishict by creating long ronge and strategic pians to meet the changing needs af the pubfic for recreationai senrices� Focuses on program deveiopment which will increase public owpreness ond use of the Park Reserve D'atricYs geographicoly aiverse sites. D. Interaovemmentai Relations Buiids ond sustoins cooperotive re�otionships with intergovernmental agencies. Serves os representotive with others of the Pork Reserve Dist►ict Devetops on otmosphere of trust and cooperation with various governmentol bodies including local, municipoi, state and federal jufsdictions. Mointcins up-tadote information regording tegislative activities wnich offect the functioning of the Park Reserve Dishict. L a�•aD E. PubGc Relofions . Promotes activey the District antl its programs by serving ot times as spokesperson to encouroge increased utif¢otion of the park system. Represents tne District and its exce-�lent facilities to the generol public, communifies, corporotions, orgon¢ations, speciol interest �oups, and the legi5ipt�re. F• Butloet Pre�orotion and Adm;nistration Is accountobte for the budget. Prov;tles fiscat direction. Monoges annuoi operoting budget ond Copitnl improvement buclget to aChieve tlesired resutts. Assures fhot a11 budgetnry and monagement controls ore mainioined. Initiotes cr�tive fundraising efforrs by thg DiSfriCt. �uaiificotions A. Statutorv Minnesoto Statute 398.10 requires thot the Superintendent have had ot leost ten yeors experience in business or in public adminisirotion, at least five years of which sholl hove been in o responsible administrotive capacity ond ai leost three yecars in the administration of parks or recreCltion. B. Educafional • Etlucotionaty, at teast a Bachelor's Oegree in Recreaiion ond Porks, eusines� Administration, Public Adminishation or reiated field from an accredited coilege or university is requ'ved. C. Knowiedges and Exr�eriences Adtlitionoly, knowletlge of or experience in such oreos os the fotlowing is preferced: outqoor and indoos recreotion planning: private seetor management; public finance; budgeting; witdlife mpnogement: operdting both cost ond profit centers within the some orgon¢otion; plonning of natural resource programs for public use: program promotion ond marketing; development of progroms for use by o brood base of ine general public. D. Skitis ond Abilities BroodfDiverqent Thinkino. fiinks in possibilities; generofies tliverse ideos; understonds the magnitude ond scope of programming ond poGCy decisions: sees the big picture; offers creative, innovofive and imnginative idetis and ihoughts for review by Boord ond Staff; suggests non-trotlitionoi programs or uses of ihe Pprk D'atricYs resources; cnanenges others to ihink e�ansively and non-parochiolly: demonstrotes inteilectual curiosity. 2. Problem AnoNzinp. Gathers complete information for probtem solving; solicits actively ideas, anayses ond recommendofions Bom staff; solicits opinions ond differing poinh of view; requests others to chaNenge oszumptions, recommendotions antl tlireCtions; fosters an environment for open ond hank tliscussion of issuer, bolonces legitimate d�ersify of opinions: perceives relationships within comp4ex � issues; synthes¢es ideas and details: copes w'rth complex'iy and ombiguity: outlmes options ond choices wailable to the Boord, staff and ofhea. qq-ao 3. Makina ecisions. Accepts respons�b�6ty tor ddficult decisions; mnkes decisions under � conditions of pressure ond risk; considecs o broad range of perspectives before making decisions; tlisplays decisiveness; ?okes actions to reSONe immediote issues; explains rotionaie for decisons to staff ond others: incorporates staff input into decisions: mokes onry mose decisions oppropriote to the Superinfentlent antl defers or delegates other tlecaions: mokes unpopulor decisions if believes strongy in the decision; sfonds behind decisions: occepfs criticam ond difficutties wifih equanimity: reevaluates decisions or recommendofions when appropriote• 4. Planning ond Oraan¢inq. Develops shortond tong-ronge pions; coordinates resources effectivey; estabiishes goais and priorities; structures own ond othen' octiviiies: creates pdministrative sysiems anri procedures; creotes ste�by-step project plans; sets up ontl schedules future activities; deve�ops oi�ernate pians or go/no go decision points; develops D"istricYS budgeY; constructs plans to continue and expond sources of revenue: understands limrtotions of budgetory constroints. 5. Stroteqic Plonninp. Envisions what the Park Reserve Oatrict con ond should be in �10 years; sets generol plans for accomplishing those objectives: conceives of future directions for the Park Reserve District; recogn¢es ond evaluates what is significant for the D�strict; listens closety to tliverse views on what the Distsict wants and shoutd be: minks of the future without being constroined by the present. 6. Delegatina and Controlling. Deiegates respo�sibiGty ond quthoriiy to stoff for decision making and plonning; invoNes staff in tlecisions which offeCt them; provides input and guidelines when delegoting key ossignments; sets up objective ond measurable controi systems; holtls subordinates occountoble for pertormance ond delegotetl assignments; emphosizes responsiblity ond authoriiy ot oll levets of Pork � Reserve District management. 7. Showinq Consideration for Others. Shows appreciation for the efforts of others; praisea employees for a job weti done; iespects stoff pntl self; ottentls to ontl shows accurate c�woreness of the needs and feelings of others: deols with staff in a consistent and toir manner; disploys no fovoritism; encouroges input from employees ond others: conveys willingness to consider seriously the ideos ond suggestions of others; lisiens courteously and respecffuily to others' opinions ond ideas: iakes personol intere5t in stoff; resoNes differences diplomoticoay while mointoining positive morole. 8. Demonstratinq Diolomocv and Neaot;atin4 SkiA. Knows the structure ot the Po�k Reserve District as well as its relotionship to other ogencies and works effectivey within those networks; recogn¢es thot no unit functions in isolotion and that the needs and concerns of other units must be considered; demonshotes an owareness antl appreciation of the pressures impinging upon aU porties invoived: works with mony diverse factions and ensures fair ploy ontl equity omong those foctions: understands ond accepts the politicai nature of the job: presents positions cogenty while building support for those positions: knows when and how to work through, fo defer to, to represent, or to press the Bocrd of Commissioners. � JRN-13-1999 09�00 HENNEPIN PFlRKS HQ .� 612 559 3287 P.05i06 �.`t � 9. Demonstrofin Leodershio Comoetence. Disploys a keen desire for leodership: takes charge in o wide variety of situations: tokes the initiative in group ocfivities; expreues ossertiveN views ond opinions to othea: influences others; insp'ves confidence; idenfifies issues for action; provitles consistent direction; untlerstonds and knows when fo use different leadership styles: encourages oihers to reach high standards of peAormance: works to estobi'ah a sense of team within #he Pork Reserve D'atrici: ensu�es that employees know exocty whot is expected of ihem; corrects unsatisfocton/ stoff work pefiormonce and tlisciplines stpSf pppropriateN. 10. Communicatinq. Presents ideos in on orTiculote, understondabie monner: Gonveys credibility, sinceriiy, ond enthus[asm; uses appropriate format, style and verbioge: creotes an environment in which others ore expected to provide input: encourages antl attends corefuly to the input of omers; ottends to others non-verbol behavror; Clorifies or summor�es whot others hove said: uses octive iistening skills such as poropnrasing ond restoting; projec�s a positive, forcefu! ond controlled imoge when speoking; expresses self fluenty, cogently ond influentiaiy. � 11. Keeoinq Others Informed. Tronsmits policy decisions antl underlying rotionale to subortlinotes in o timely monner; stays aware of legislative initiotives effecting the Park Reserve D'atrict ond approises Boartl of Commiuioners about such matfers; maintpins frequent contacts with Boord members to exChonge informotion ontl shore ideos: keeps staff owore of mission, g0ols ond operoting pions of the Park Reserve District: knows how ond when to use verbol or written communications Yo keep others informed of important tlecaions, octions or events: uses the M!S system to communicate to oil statf; maintains Contocts with other legislative bodies to stoy obreosi of importpnt developments ontl to exchange informotion; keeps communicotions flowinA in ali directions. 12. Professionolism. Hos continued to pursue etlucotionoi ontl developmentol octivities since cessation ot formoi etlucational troining; hos well defined goals for work ond nonwork pursuits: desires responsibilily pnd authoriry; pursues career gools aggressivey: maintoins strong commitment to me profsssion ond service to me people: occepts ihe feoliiy of long days and working on weekends os the need ori�e�: persists with gools ond projects despifie obstocles; maintains highest professionol, ethical ond morol integrity; stoys current with developments in the profession; shives to beCOme o�ecogn¢ed leoder within ihe professional communily. 13. Sel� Assuronce. Commonds respect from others while simuttoneousry respecting othets; projeCts o confitlent and secure im�ge: i5 comfortable with self; orticulates own strengths and weakneues in a reatistic manner; knows shortcomings and how to deal effectively with them; acknowledges mistakes ond takes responsibuity for mem: volues idiosyncrosies of stoff and others: wonts stoff to be visible and to toke credit for occomplishments; stoys open to feedbock and to C��iCism from stoff, Boord and others; fakes risks withoufi feor of being wrong, displaced or Critic¢ed: sees value in me diversiiy of staff backgrounds and oppreciotes the significance of everyone's Contrbution. � ., 14. Adaptabilitv. Mointo'ms consiructNe behw�or in stressfu4 s+tuotions: expresses � emotwns approprioteN: displaYS sense of humor: anticipates chonge and responds adaptivety to rt; keeps emotions under conhol when sudden chonges occur or when tlecisions seem to be overtumed withouf good reason; demonstra'tes c will'�ngness to revise plans and P��o�� n light of pohcy chonges: operates effechvely in bureoucratic environments: is Comfortable with ombiguihr i� Conflict ond dec+sion rtaking; modifies beYsavior ond style to t`rt the socio� se��9� encouroges diversity of opinions, siY�es cind ideas: staYs oP� antl flexibte to non-tradifional id2os or prog�ams: staYs P�ent and cooperotive in stressfui situations. E. P rsonol Choro er 'cs Condidates meeting me above requisite knowledges, skills ond obil'rties should o{so: be obte to make strong initial impoct; maintain oppropriate personol oppearonce: disPloYs vibrance, energy ond enthusiasm: enjoy the profeuion of wiidi'de, porks and recreation monagement; be outgoing and enjoy interacfin9 wim diverse iypes of people: enjoy working with an e�ected Boord of Commiss+oners: posseu o zea� for moking tne Hennepin County Park Rese�ve ��ict the poragon of such programs. Superintendent.doc LJ � q9-�' TOTAL P.� � �R� - - ' 1t.�'s' . ' .0 . • • . . . �: � . . . � - � �': i _ - . �fi5l. , - , . r . . _ .. . tF:_ � � ' _. � - �. � �- � -'� '! ,Q � - . ♦ aT"f S...a � V • . . - .. : �. .. d � � ` : . ^i. . �x' �. _ _ ._ r� �� ...� _ A ` I _ .-l� �� . . ".._+ .. �1� � "'' . i . �'_ _ � -!• - I . . . .., � .r � �: - / _ � / 1 ,�a„� � � ts�� L ' . - I ( . � f � , `• �Fw�� E. ' � . �/ i . i/ . . . Af . - �} c -. t +� . � .l � �;^ . 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Forwnacely, �he fazsighced prevailed and today the Minneapolis Park Syscem hu been wuted as the besr [ocared, bes financed, besr designed, besi mainrained pteblic open space in America. " The Minneapolu Pazk and Recreacion Boazd is responsibie for maintaining and developing the Minneapolis Pazk System and for pzoviding recreazional opporcunides for iu cicizens. The Pazk System is comprised of 170 pazks saetching across aearly 6,000 arses, of which more than 1,400 acres are water resources. Within the City's Park System ue 50 miles of desi;na�ed walking [rails and 50 miles of biking uails. Pazkways encwine through the Ciry and trails conneaing the Minneapolis Chxin of Lakes accommodace bicycle, skacing, and waiking traffic. The landscaped waiking trails encircling downtown aze known as the Grand Rpunds. The Ciry's lakes are stocked with walleyes and provide year around fishing as well as abundant watez recreation opportunities. By design, every home in Minneapolis is wishin six blocks vf planned green space from small neighborhood pazks to che gsand Minnehaha Fails. Recreacion cemers throughout the City offer programs for all age groups from pre-school to seniors as wcli as programs for people with specie! interests or needs. l\�'E.'�TORI' OVER�'llil�' Propenies within the Minneapnlis Park System include: � Regi0nal, city, and neighbvnc��od park5 feacuring playgrounds, todo�c, and picnic azeas • Gardens and nature sanctuaries • 5 goSf courses and a Gotf Learning Cencer • 49 neeghbvrhood recreation centers • 396 baseball and softball diamonds • 183 tennis wnres • 11 supervised beaches • 4 swimming pools • 3'I outdoor ice rinks and 1 indoor ice siwcing and hockey complex � Wirth Winter Recreation Area Minnehaha FaZls � � In addition, many Minneapo]is cvlaual and historic amenities are located on park land or are administered by the Park Boazd induding: Spoo,ibrulge a��d Ckerry ut the �Iinne�pnlis Sculpture Carden • Menneapolis Sculpture Gazden � • Minneapolis Iastitnu of Arn • Historic �ort Snelling (on a lease arrangement) • Suven's Iiouse, God&ey F�use, and Longfeltow House . The Minneapolis PazY System's ]akes and riverfronu have been feacured in many publicazions including World ?Y�aveler Magazine, Desrinarion Misnesora, and Urban Pa�kt and Open Space, which featured Cedaz Lake Pazk and Trail as an ouusanding example of urban pazk planni�g and devtlopment. Qa� & R P� ^ ,11 � ! R � � ��00 . .. rW e ,e/ 1'he Organization TRe Perk and Recrea�ion Sys�em ;s governed by an eleaed nine-member Boazd with Commissionus serving four-year term5. Six Commissionen are electrd from designated pazk d'uuicts and thrce aze eleCted from the Ciry ac-large. Park tiuperin�c�dcnt Ass't Saperiat. Asz't Superint. Ass't Superint. Ass't Suycriae for Recreatioo kr Openciuns Wr Plaaning for ACewiuntion °I9•a� • q9 �he Recrertion Divis;nn jK� �e aeighborhood and community reereazion.centers, piaygrounds, pools, b�aches, cvimcai/artsleavironmeatal programs, youth sports leagues, adult athletic leagues and accivicies, special evenrs, and specialized services for ceenage youth. Over 8,000 yaung people • pazucipated ia the I997 Yoath Sports Program which offen backetba]l, bazeball, sofrball, gymnastics, hockey, football, soccer, volieybalt, wrestiing and team tnnnic. ��rion, 2,500 youngsters ages 6-8 pazticipated in spoits fundamentai pzogass at the local pazk 1eve1. The bncrutinnc pivisinn • The Maintenence S%�*;�r provides regular maintenance to ovn 100 buildings. Over 3,100 acres of Nrf receive maintenance and care. Ali batl fields, wurts, swimming pools, and ice skating rinks aze maintained. � T_he Foresm+ Se�tion plants and maintains uees on city and public properties. Over 4,500 crees were planteQ on boulevazQs and in pazks in 1997. Since 1992, over 7,500 trces have been planted with funds from the Cery's Neighborhood Revitalization Pcogram. • The Environmental Section oversees the implementation of an EPA Cleanwater partnership gcant and is responsible for the improvement of wa[er quality in Minneapolis' lakes, rivers, and streams. This section provides environmental education and awareness programs on a city-wide buis. The Planninr Div4sitm pveneES the design and construction of patk facilities, plans for fucure projecrs, and facilitates citizen involvement in the planning process. Projec[s require exteasive colIaboration between the scaff of Planning and other divisions, cicizens, and Commissioners. 7'he Administrative Div�sion Provides integrated suppott services for the delivery of pazk and � rrcreacion program services to alt users of ehe system, These support services include personnel, informatioa and technology, finance, park police, and spccial services. To�ai Tax Supponed Funds for 1997 were 537.7 million. The Total Entezprise Fund waz 39.4 million and Other Fund Totals were $4.8K. The Park and Recreation System receives funding from fr,�eral, sta�e, and local sourers including federal granu, tegulaiive appropriuions, and funding from the Mectopolican Coancil. People for Parks is a private funding resource which acsists �he Park and Recreacion Board in special projeca. 1'he Position The Perk Superintendent is the Chief Fxecutive Officu and oversees the planning, direction, and implemen�etion of all programs and pol;c(rs af the Pazk and Recreation System toward the mission, goals, and objeaiva atablishad under the Pazk and Recrea[ion Board. Specific duties include: • Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures m the Board for their approval. • Prepare the annual budgec and documencacion for funding purposes. • Hire and supervise suff; plan staff assignmenu and review progress. • Work within the political framework of the City goveroment. Work with City staff, City Councii, • Councy, legislacon, and the Maropoliran Council. �rv� tc op 10•tiG r.� / ' , � • Assure that the mission, pJans, and direetion of rhe Pazk and Recreation Boazd is communicated to thc staff and d�e public. � • Prepaze reports and represent die Pazk and Recreation Boazd ac mcetings of the Ciry Counc�l and various state, fedecal and regional agencies, •�aluace and recommead new progcarac and initiatives. • Assist the Board in settinS S� �d P�ities and make modificatioas as needed. Bactcground and Experience Qualified caadidates for the Park Superintendeac will possess a four yar degree in business or pubtic administrarion, architecture, landscape azchitecture, planning, or a related field plus 10-15 years of progressive management experieace in a dirator or senior staff position. Executive Development Programs for Pazk and Recreacional Professionals.edncation is a plus. Preferred expueence includes: • Background in govemment or relazed field and euperience wprking with eletted officials. • Good working Icnowledge of pazk operacions, recreation programming, environmenta! rescoracion, and the provision of cultural and arts activives. • Suong prodiviry for operations and maintenance praaices. � � Significam euperience in labor negodations. • Supenrisory expecience within a large organiaation. • Experience in idencifying revenue sources and obtaining fundiag. • Knowledge of the principles of urban planning and an undersranding of the importance of parks and recreacion planning and programming. • E�perience working wi�ti a culNrally diverse population. � • Knowiedge of constsuccion practices retated io recreational fuilities� pta�elds, etc, L _J Q & Re � • y �� V � O G �� \�hr Q'e/ Manaaement Capabilities ag-� � • Have a high energy level and eajoy the chatlengc of accomplishing what may seem "impossibie" to some. • Be s�epportive of workiag with neighborhood organ'szations aad advisory boards. • Reach out w the ciry's diversified population and incorporate therc in all programs. • Eacourage scaff development and acconn�ability and acknowledge scaff achievemenu. • Be visible and approachable. Listen. � • Possess high pzofessional int�ity. � • Be visionary and see beyond the icnmediace. Chalienges and Priorities • Review [he Board's long range goals and objec[ives. Assisc the Board in establishing a clear vision for che Park and Recreation System for the 21st Cenrury. • Assisc the Board in implemen�ing their Work Plan, which is developed annually in December. i • Identify add;tionai sources of funding such as corporace parcnering, philanshropic organizaaons, and foundacions. • Identify s[rategies to provide desired services wi[hin a mature System, which con[inues to eapand. • Continue coopera[ive workine relaiionships with federal agencies, state agencies, the Metropolitan Council, and City agencies. � JHfV 1Z '99 16�43 P. 7 / ' � � � Anaouncemeat City of Minneapolis, Pazk and Recrearion Board Park Superintendent Yhe 'besr located, ben,hnanced, besr desig,red, ben mainrained, prrbl'u open sp¢ce in 1lmerica.' . - Alexander Garvin in U.S. News & R'odd Report, � lune 8, 1998 � The Mi�eapolis puk and Recreation Boazd seeks applicants for a Parks Sliperintendeni to o4e�see iu internationally rceognized, Nazioaal Gold Meda] awazd-winning park syscem. Kaown as The City of Lakes, Minneapolis bouts over 6,000 acrts of beau[ifully maintained parY land and a citizenry (popula�ion 370,000) thac enjoys iu parks. Wirh feanues such az the historic Minnehaha Falls, the Mississippi River, the Chain oi Lakes, 50 retreation centecs, five municipffi golf couna, and numerous savannahs and wetlands, the park syscem.meets a hoss of recreationa! needs and employs cutting edge environmenul prolection strategies. 'I'he Superintendent is responsibSe for a siaff of 600 fu11 t�me and 1,500 pazt time �mployees and a budg�t of S50 miilion. Candida�es must have a degree ia Pazks/Retteation, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related fieid plus 3aI5 yeazs management expetience in a d'ueews or senior s�aff posicion. Familiariry and comfon with a large, uhnicaliy and cultnral(y diverse urban seaing is a mnst. Candidates should have a working knowledge of the budget piocess, facliues maincenance, park operations, recreation programmins, youch/adult athletics, mvizonmental res�oration, open spacc/uaiS developmenc and �e provision of cuimral and ans activities. The Part Superiatendent repotu to an independently eleaed Boazd of nine m�anbers. Expttience working with public and semi-public organizations, wirh elected and appointed officials, as well ac a vack record af conseucus building is highly desirable. Staning safazy 585,000 w 595,000. Residency in Minneapolis required within six months. SenQ resume by 11/20/98 to: The Brimeyer Gruup Executive Search 904 Mainstreec, Suice 205 Hopkins, MN 55343 (612) 945-0246 - phoae (612) 945-0102 - fax E-mail: Briss�Gtoup�aoi.com Timetabfe 11R0/98 12l16J9$ Week of 1l4/99 Macch, 1999 • Deadline for Applications Presem Candidazes SnterviewslSelection Stazting Bate Tne Brimeyer Group, ��. EXECUTIVE SEARCH CONSULTANTS 904 Mainsveet q205 Hopkins, MN 55343 qq-a'° i � � �r�ra� �oaanc�a �cer�ic �tOtaar� � an p � c s� r�n ar,a Bamse� Cou 1621 Beechwood Ave. Sc Paul, MN 55116 651-698-4543 �wrva.fi endsoftheparl¢org President Pary R. Bolin Vice Presidents 7eanne Weigum Treasurer 7ames R. Bricher nireccors Craig Mdresen Liz Anderson Ann Cieslak Dan Collins Thomas T. Dwight Neil Franey William Frank Elaine 7ohnson Marilyn Lundberg Robett Nethercut Mazk M. Nolan Janet Olson Scott Ramsay Pierre Regnier Jerry Seck Mazsha Soucheray Vice President Emeritus Samuel H. Morgan D'uectoa Emeritus David Lilly Truznan W. Porter Ex Officia Dennis Asmussen Thomas Eggum Marc Goess Paul L. Kirkwold Greg Mack Vic Wi[tgenstein Executive Director and Secretary Peggy Lynch �`i-aD February 3, 1999 Members of the City Council: Thank you for this opportunity to address placing the position of Parks and Recreation Director in the unclassified service and the description of work, typical duties performed; knowledge, skills and abilities; and minimum qualifications of the Director of Parks and Recreation. The Friends have long supported the Division of Parks and Recreation elevation to department status. This would also necessitate that the Director of Parks position be unclassified, on the same level as other departments. After reviewing job descriptions for the Parks Superintendent position for Ramsey County, Hennepin County artd the Ciry of Minneapolis, we have some suggestions regarding the qualifications for the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates for the Park Superintendent will possess a four year degree in park administration, business or public administration, landscape architecture, or a related field (Master's Degree preferred) plus 10 to 15 years of progressively responsible experience in management/administrative capacity and at least ten years in the administration of parks and recreation. Knowledge of or experience in such areas as the iollowing is preferred; outdoor and indoor recreation planning; finance; budgeting; planning of natural resource programs for public use; program promotion and marketing; and development of programs for use by a diverse general public. The superintendent should have the ability to create a long range vision of what the park system should be He or she needs the ability to sell ideas and stand strong in promoting the needs of the park system. The new superintendent must have strong communication skills . We hope you will consider our suggestions. oR��NA� Refemed To Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish minimum qualifications for the Parks and Recreation Director position.. Council File # ��'1 Green Sheet # 62413 �� Committee Date 1 An Administrative Ordinance amending Cfiapter 21 of � � 2 the AdminisGative Code, artitled Officer's Qualifications \� C� ,� 3 by establishing minimmun qualifiptions for the unclassified ��,\� 4 positi� of Parks and R�on Director. �J,�_ � 5 Tf� COUNCII, OF Ti� C1TY OF SAINT PAUL DOES ORDAIN: � 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 � 15 16 1'7 Sectioa 2. That Chapter 21 of the Saim Paul Administrative Code is hereby amended by adding the following section to read: 21.08. Pazks and Recreation Director �� - � �� `� ,'�— marc, ec� — �� o (q� ORDINANCE ;l�Y OF SAINT PAUl, MINNESOTA The Pazks and Recreation Director shall have a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of public or private sector leadership or management ercperience worldng in or with large multifaceted service oriented organizations. Section . -- � d be in force 30 days from and after passage,ae�approval, and publication. one Requested by Department of: Office of Human Resources �: �'I��. �ti�-� h s�� Fo:m Approved by Ciry Attorney By: � ��v� �� 1 L IZ Adoption Certified by Council Secretazy ��: APPro�ed bY Mayor: Date � Approved lr r for� mission to Council BY: F:�CLASSVOHNISUPTORD. W PD Adopted by Council: Date �`'x�"°�"�"'+�°""""�` D"r� n'°'7"� GREEN SHEET xo.: 62413 a � � Iiuman Resources 12-23-98 ooxrwcrrESaoxtraoxg: '� 9 � �'8 7olm Hamihon 266-6470 ,�,n�rr nm �'� s mroo�, 7ohn Shockley 266-6482 � ,�� , � MIIBf BE ON COUNCII.AGFd�IDA BY (DATEj �Vln�G� )y¢ret�aec�V IZ "� `! O namut�tls�m�xlc OIID� � _ � ` \ � S � uuraaloe.�ar� TOTAL N OF SIGNATORE PAGES 1 (CLiP ALL LOG7ION8 FOR SIGNATORL� AClIONSEQ[JFSlED: Request approved of an ordinance establishing minimum qualificarions for the unclassiSed Parks and Recrearion Director posirion - saeaa�mnrcors:nyaweU>aay�e(a� rasorur.�vicecoxrnwers�sr�x�tou.ownvc�aoms: L x..misymml5�e,a.aaraa�easar�o�tta�isdep.tm�t PIANNING�ON Ys No CID �4AT� 2 Hetlrispmmlf�aa6ema a9'mp�cCt CIVII.S�tVICB�S3tON Ye No 3. Doat Ys No 4 bth'speamlf�amRldvmdor! Ys No 2y V I� a� 7s rwws N�pewe aLee! d aNael to pen aleet n�nxinxnvcrseos�,isscr�,orroaTmvrrsr �w�ro,wrr.wr ` Mln�mum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a qualified Parks and Recreation Director. anvniv�rwcES � �►rrxos�n: Parks and Recreation Director selection process will have established minimum qualifications for candidates. ar&wv.uv�r�s rn �rrxovuo: None _ - ntawv.u�*r�crs u+ NoT ereAOVEU: No standard qualifications wilI be established. TOTALAMOUNTOFTRANSACfION: - COSf/REVENQEBDDGETED: F[iNDING80IIRCE: ACfiViTYN[1MBER: CiOURG'�'� �25��-'r.�T E �` ,, `°'�^•r FINANQAL INFORMATTON: (ffiCPIAII� . 0�� _'3:g - - F:�CLAS3ITOHN�SIIP1'GRN.WPD - . ��.� �� - � �� ORlGINAI � � �-�r-i Referred To Council File # _I 1 �'� Green Sheet # 62413 Cammitte� Date 1 An Adminishative Ordinance amending Cha / � p , t ' e � r 1' � 21 of 'Z �C � minictrgt'VC �.OdO� CAtI�Cd ��CCI'S .tuuuaaC3t1011S 3 by Cstablis}ling minim„m q�jj$qtip� fpT ihe unc]asgified 4 pcuition of Padcs and Recreation Director. 5 Tf� COUNCIL OF TFIE C1TY OF SAINT PAUL DOES ORDAIN: . ye � '��\ \ �� Q 6 Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish min'unum qualifications for 7 ihe Parks and Recreation Director posifion.. 10 11 � Z 3 14 Section 2. That Chapter 21 ofthe Saint Paul Administrative Code is hereby aznended by adding the following section to read: � 21.08. Pazks and Recrearion Director On[ y+PCU � 1 � V �uks and Recreaiion D'uector shall have a b lor's degee and 3� rS � �j�(�✓) � years of public or private sector leaders p or management �,_ e�perience working in or with large mul ' service oriented organirations. 15 'Qeppc+s✓ �7 - - - .�� y� s 16 Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force 30 days from and after its 17 passage,aa�-approval, and publication. Requested by Depactment of: Office of Human Resources s �u,��' �� Sc/f ;� Form Approved try City Attorney �y.: l ��_�` � i d_ �Z Adoption Certified by Council Secreqry �' Approved by Mayor: Date � ORDINANCE OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA � v � � � � . � ,. .. � �� . . . � / s.�t� /� / F:�CLHS3WHCPSUPTORD.WPD Adopted hy Council: Date n�r�xxa�xp�c�covn,cu.. a�►xg n�a�.,.xsn aq ' � Auman Resources 12-23-98 GREEN SHEET No.: 62413 coxrecrrsesoxtrgor�: 9 � $�un�ts 7ohn Hamilton 266-6470 ,n�ean�,r na Z'� s ac.aw�a, Jolm Shockley 266-6482 ,� ,� a-23 � surrcr�e r�mmnt� (2 •� �$ MOSPBEONCODNCII.AGENDA BY(DA'IL� =OV1II�G sPaauttant.�cv mtewczta�vii�0.'m OIID� �?(A7R(G[N87� ��r _ � � ��q� TOTAL#OFffiGNATOREPAGES 1 (CLitALLLOCA7IONSFORBIGR�ATORE) ACiTON BFRiTE4CED: Request approved of an ardinance establisivng minimum quatifications for the unclsssified Parks and Recxestion Director position. nac�mnzcors:n��(e)Qa�ea(� rsesox,�r.�vicecorr►sucraasosr�sw�r�pou.ownvc�r�s: t. }L.misye�a.awtmamav,emsxs�thedma9�7 H.ANNIIIG W7�9.4SION Ya No CID � 2 HsdmpeamlL�asbama�mploym7 C1VII.�ViC80�53ION Ys No 3. Doatluspmm/l�Po�es�alaLmt�IlYP�MnI��'�� Ya No ♦ BWispasmlSrm�t�tledvmdo[l _ Ys No 2yhi� w 7saww� w�p�nfe �1ed a�tatlrlb psm aleet II�IITTATINGPROBLEM, ISS[7$ OPPORTUNTTY (R'Lo. Witl,VVie�, W�etqRbyY• ` Mmimum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a qualified Parks and Recreation Ditector. nnverrrnc�s � �rraovEn: Parks and Recreation Director selection process will have established minimum q�alifications for candidates. DLSADVANfAGESIFAPPBOVED: _ __ -_ -- _ _ None — DISADVANTAGFSIFNOTAYPBOVFh.-- - -- - -- _ _.-- - -- ---- - - No standard quatifications w�l be established. TOTALAMOVNTOF':HANSACIIOPL - _ GtlbT/REVENUEBUDGETED: FONDING80URCE: ACT1ViTYNUMBER: C+OUl1G,'� R`�So�"'� ��"'�•r FINANClALIlVFORMATiON: (E.FYLASi) �� `� � i�:�° F:�CLASSUOI�7ISUPTGRN.IVPD - - ORIGINAL �� :, Refemed To 1 2 3 4 Committee Date �nancurn MAR 27 1999 THE COUNCIL OF TFIE C1TY OF SAlNT PAUL DOES ORDAIIJ: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1? Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish minimum qualifications for the Parks and Recreation Director position.. Section 2. That Chapter 21 of the Saint Paul Administrative Code is hereby amended by adding ihe following section to read: 21.08. Pazks and Recreation Director �� -�, r �� g�.e�.� �� _ - � a�� o j�,°�, ORDINANCE :I�1( OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA Couucil File # I �'1� Green Sheet # 62413 �i — ��o �4 .i��t°I An Adu�inistrative Ordinance amending Chapter 21 of the Administrative Cade, entitled Officer's Qualifications by establic� minimum qualifications for the unclassified position of Parks and Recreation Director. The Pazks and Recreation Director shall tiave a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of public or private sector leadership or management eacperience working in or with large muUifaceted service oriented organizations. ��B7f�0fi0H8B �-�-f9��1C-C�ilC3t701131Swm�rrmP.nt nn� rme-vear-rtF�cncricrRr.�nrntrca�atirnrbaeis- '� Section , be in force 30 days from and after its passage,3a�approv3l, and publication. Requested by Department of: Office of Auman Resources �,: ��- �� Fornt Approved by City Attomey By: k �� lc'3 �`` � 12 �Z Adoption Certified by Councii Secretary �,�� Appmved Appmved or: Date ( ✓�L�1-(S 1 �Z'q� BY: F:\CLASSVOFIN�SOPTORD.WPD to Council Adopted by Council: Date . L.�n \O �q�`� D�r"x'�r"°�'`�c'°"'v�'` aA'� n�r`"'�° GREEN SHEET xo. 62413 a � � Human Resources 12-23-98 corrracrrESSOx�raort�: y � �A'� Jolm Hamilton 266-6470 , na,�a�n� na, L � s cnrcanrcu, Jolm Shockley 266-6482 � z �, u ,� � � � flfAfB�FOH Z�� fV MIISlEEOPiCOUNCII.AGECiDABY(DATL� 80VLING 3PWAtiant�v � �N(SeL�wuctr OBD� IIIAI'OIt J �.�. _ � , \°�� TOTAL!lOFSIGNATOREPAGES_3 (CUPALLLOCATIONSFORSIGNATURL7 ACCION REQIIESTED: Request approved of an �� minimum qualifications for the unclassified Parks and Recreation Director positian. RB�C%�JATlONS: APPwe (A)alte]at (R) PIIiSONALS&RViCS CONSRACTSMUSI ANSW� Sfi&FOIIAVYINGQi1&S1TON3: 1. FLat6uP�evaankedimdcacmertfal6isdepmtmmt7 PLANNII7GCOMbII3SION Ya No — CIDCOMlATfHH 2 HndrisP��evabemaeaY�P�� CtVII,SERVICBWbII�955ION Yc No — s. noumi.n�P�aakiunoeaamdbv�Mmr��r�e�^Y�� Ye No 4. Lthiapc�m�6rmaWgaW�+mdoC! Ya No B:pIW a0 ye amwas w�ryanfe �Led aBd atfatL fo peea sLret IlVIT7ATING PROBLEM, ISSUE, OPPOBTUNTCY (�Yho, WIW, W6�, Wbere, Why): ' M'inimum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a quatified Parks and Recreation Director. ADVANfAGESIFAPPROVED: Parks and Recrearion Director selection process will have established minimum qualifications for candidates. DISADVANTAGESIFAPPROVED: None DL4ADVANTAGFS IF NOT AYPBOVED: No staadazd qualifications wili be established. TOTAL AMOUNC OF TRANSACI'ION: COSf/REVENUE BUDGETED: FUNDING90URCE: AGTIViTYNUhIBER: �U�31�.�:,�,Ri:."�'`s:a�iT�"� FINANG7Ai.INFORMATION: (ECPLAIN) D�� F:ICLASS VOHNISUPTGRN. WPD RAMSSY CovNTY Title of Class_ r� DIRECTOR OF PARRS AND RECREATION 9q-�o ��99 ��t-� ��/�, �� BASIC FONCTION To direct, manage and administer the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department; to plan, develop and manage a comprehensive system of County and regional parks, open space, trails, and recreation facilities and programs that address the leisure needs of Ramsey County residents; to secure and manage fiscal resources for acquisition, development, and operations and maintenance for the parka and recreation system; to formulate recommendations and implement polieies and ordinances of the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners; and to perform related duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORt�D: Directs the formulation of all goals, objectives, priorities and work programs for the Parks and Recreation Department. Serves as the principal ataff liaison to the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commiesion; prepares agendas and corresponding documentation for policy consideration and recomtnendation to the Ramsey County Board af Commissioners. Analyzes the leisure needs and interests of Ramsey County reeidents identified through applied research and reCOmmends strategies to � address identified deficiencies. Directa the preparation of the annual operating budget for the Parks and Recreation Department; presents the proposed budget to the Ramsey County Manager and the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners; directs management and control of the operating budget expenditures and revenues. Represents Ramsey County on various boards, committees and task forces. � Directs preparation of the five-year Capital Improvement Program (updated annually) for the department; preaenta the Capital Zmprovement Program to the Ramsey County Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee and the Ramsey County Board of Commissionera; directs implementation and budget management of approved projects. Directs the preparation of grant applications to the Metropolitan Council, state departments, federal agencies and private sponsora foz acquisition, development, operations, maintenance and program services; directs the administration of grant contracts in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws. Directa the preparation ot support documentation for of Cammissioners; presents consideration. 4/17/98 policy recommendations with appropriate consideration by the Ramsey County Board recommendations to the Board for 38300 DIRECTOR OF PAi2KS AND RECREATION q9-ao �� Organizes and directs the administrative, financial and accounting £unctions of the department to assure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with the County�s administrative code and appZicable laws_ Represents the department at public meetings and hearings involving city councils, city appointed commissions, regional councils and legislative committees. Meets with buainess agents and labor representatives to address mutual interests and concerns. Participates in the preparation of Requests for Proposal and in the selsction of consultants to plan, design and engineer capital improvement projects; negotiates contracts with selected consulting firms. Interprets and administers parks and recreation policies in ordinances as adopted by the Ramsey County Board of Commissionera_ SIIPERVISORY/MANAGF.MENT RESPONSIBILITY: Directly supervises four division heads and an administrative secretary. Responsible for the work activity of over ninety FTEs and approximately 15o seasonal employees assigned to the department's fifteen divisions. � INTERNAL/ERTERNp,L RE7,p,TIONSBIPS : Daily contact with County residents, customers and apecial interest group representatives regarding services and activitiea of the Parks and Recreation Department. Daily to weekly contact with members of the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners, County Commissioner Assistants and the County Manager to discuas policy matters pertaining to parks and recreation services. Weekly contact with news media to discuss program servicea and other initiativea involving the Parks and Recreation Department; and with elected and appointed municipal and special district officials to discuss matters of mutual interest. Monthly contact with state legislators to enliet their support for legislative initiatives that advance or affect parks and recreation services; and with othez state and national parks and recreation professionals to share information of mutual interest and concern. IMPACTS ON 3ERVICE$/OPSI2PaTIONS: impacts the quality of areas, £acilities and aervices provided by the department (five regional parks, five regional trail corridors, eleven county parks, nine protection open space sites, eleven indoor ice arenas, four golf courses, a nature center, ten beaches and other apecial use facilities). Proper performance results in satisfied customers, safe and aesthetically attractive areas and faeilitiea, high quality natural resources and in sound management of financial resources. Improper performance would zesult in � deterioration of areas and facilities, loss of custamers, possible 4/17/9g 38300 DSRECTOR DF PARKS AND RECREATION _� �� °I�-ac violations of OSHA safety standards and inappropriate use of County funds. WORR ENVIRC2d�i8NT: Eighty percent of the time is spent in an o£fice environment with daily automobile travel to and from meetinga outside of the office. Ten percent of the time is spent in public meetings presenting documentation and testimony to elected officials. Ten percent oP the time involves site visits and inspections at parks, trail corridors, arenas and golf courses. County government. Knowledge of rules, regulations and laws affectinq the delivery of parks and recreation services. Knowledge of the Ramsey County Home Rule Charter, Code, and County Board policies and ordinances. Skill in communicating both orally and in writing of individuals and organi2ations. xxowi.EnaE SRILLS AND ABILITISS RBQUIRED: Knowledge of the £ield of parks, recreation and leisure services. Knowledge of the principles and practices of management and administration. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing provision of pazka and recreation services and the availability of £unding sources. • Knowledge of the political and organizational atructure of Ramsey Ram9ey County in Administrative to a varied number Skill in dealing with the media and making presentations. Ability to organize, assign work and supervise a large number of � staff inembers. Ability to coordinate activities and deal effectively with public officials, County Manager, Board of Commissioners, the media and the general public. Ability to analyze complex data. Ability to make decisions and prioritize work. Ability to plan anfl manage a major County department. Ability to identify major trends in leisure services, prioritize objectives and allocate resources effectively to address those objectives. MINSMI7M QIIALSFICATIONS: Education: A Bachelor•e Degree in parks and recreation, public administration or a closely relatsd field. (Ntaster's Degree preferred). Experience: Ten years of progressively responaible experience in the management and administration of a public parks and recreation department, inciuding four years 3n a manageriai capacity. � 4/17/98 38300 DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION TOTAL P.84 .. { �� • P�sition Title: Deoartment: Reoorts to: • qa �a� POSffION RESPONSIBIUTY WRITE UP Superintendent }��IU�PIA! �f}Rl�S Office of ihe Boord of Commissioners and Superintendent Dotg: Revised Jan 1999 FLSA Status: Exempt Board of Commissioners � Prrcnarv Obiectives Pov Level: 15 A. To provide pos�tive ond effective leatlership for the Pork Reserve �istrict wifhin me pokcies estobiished by me Boartl and oppiicoble Ipws and regulations in o monner that wc11 achieve o sound development ond management progrom to serve the besf interest of the publio. B. 7o manoge c stoff of 240 plus professional, administrotNe, cierical, low enforcement, ond mointenpnCe personnel. V�toior Areas of Accountobiliiv � Board Retat(ons 5erves as Chief Atlministrative Officer ond Secretary to the Boord. Advises the Board on policy matters and formuiotes recommendation for the Boord to consider in estoblishing gu;delines. objectives, ond goals for ihe District. Serves as liaison beiween the stoff and the Boord, keeping both groups well informed. Corries out Boord decaions. profiecfiing ond implementing policy. � Staff Leatlership and Adminisiration Provides o pos'rtive personnel framework which serves to othact, deveiop and mointoin o competent, moiivoted stoff. Appiies personnel policies consafienfily, keeping siaff informed of iheir occountobilify for pertormonce. Encouroges employees to work cooperative�y towortl common gools and provides me direction to reach those goots. Administers the per5onnei, financial ond orgon2otionol needs of the Disfrict. C. Future Vision/Stroteaic Direction Provides overaii direction and guidance for the Pork Reserve Dishict by creating long ronge and strategic pians to meet the changing needs af the pubfic for recreationai senrices� Focuses on program deveiopment which will increase public owpreness ond use of the Park Reserve D'atricYs geographicoly aiverse sites. D. Interaovemmentai Relations Buiids ond sustoins cooperotive re�otionships with intergovernmental agencies. Serves os representotive with others of the Pork Reserve Dist►ict Devetops on otmosphere of trust and cooperation with various governmentol bodies including local, municipoi, state and federal jufsdictions. Mointcins up-tadote information regording tegislative activities wnich offect the functioning of the Park Reserve Dishict. L a�•aD E. PubGc Relofions . Promotes activey the District antl its programs by serving ot times as spokesperson to encouroge increased utif¢otion of the park system. Represents tne District and its exce-�lent facilities to the generol public, communifies, corporotions, orgon¢ations, speciol interest �oups, and the legi5ipt�re. F• Butloet Pre�orotion and Adm;nistration Is accountobte for the budget. Prov;tles fiscat direction. Monoges annuoi operoting budget ond Copitnl improvement buclget to aChieve tlesired resutts. Assures fhot a11 budgetnry and monagement controls ore mainioined. Initiotes cr�tive fundraising efforrs by thg DiSfriCt. �uaiificotions A. Statutorv Minnesoto Statute 398.10 requires thot the Superintendent have had ot leost ten yeors experience in business or in public adminisirotion, at least five years of which sholl hove been in o responsible administrotive capacity ond ai leost three yecars in the administration of parks or recreCltion. B. Educafional • Etlucotionaty, at teast a Bachelor's Oegree in Recreaiion ond Porks, eusines� Administration, Public Adminishation or reiated field from an accredited coilege or university is requ'ved. C. Knowiedges and Exr�eriences Adtlitionoly, knowletlge of or experience in such oreos os the fotlowing is preferced: outqoor and indoos recreotion planning: private seetor management; public finance; budgeting; witdlife mpnogement: operdting both cost ond profit centers within the some orgon¢otion; plonning of natural resource programs for public use: program promotion ond marketing; development of progroms for use by o brood base of ine general public. D. Skitis ond Abilities BroodfDiverqent Thinkino. fiinks in possibilities; generofies tliverse ideos; understonds the magnitude ond scope of programming ond poGCy decisions: sees the big picture; offers creative, innovofive and imnginative idetis and ihoughts for review by Boord ond Staff; suggests non-trotlitionoi programs or uses of ihe Pprk D'atricYs resources; cnanenges others to ihink e�ansively and non-parochiolly: demonstrotes inteilectual curiosity. 2. Problem AnoNzinp. Gathers complete information for probtem solving; solicits actively ideas, anayses ond recommendofions Bom staff; solicits opinions ond differing poinh of view; requests others to chaNenge oszumptions, recommendotions antl tlireCtions; fosters an environment for open ond hank tliscussion of issuer, bolonces legitimate d�ersify of opinions: perceives relationships within comp4ex � issues; synthes¢es ideas and details: copes w'rth complex'iy and ombiguity: outlmes options ond choices wailable to the Boord, staff and ofhea. qq-ao 3. Makina ecisions. Accepts respons�b�6ty tor ddficult decisions; mnkes decisions under � conditions of pressure ond risk; considecs o broad range of perspectives before making decisions; tlisplays decisiveness; ?okes actions to reSONe immediote issues; explains rotionaie for decisons to staff ond others: incorporates staff input into decisions: mokes onry mose decisions oppropriote to the Superinfentlent antl defers or delegates other tlecaions: mokes unpopulor decisions if believes strongy in the decision; sfonds behind decisions: occepfs criticam ond difficutties wifih equanimity: reevaluates decisions or recommendofions when appropriote• 4. Planning ond Oraan¢inq. Develops shortond tong-ronge pions; coordinates resources effectivey; estabiishes goais and priorities; structures own ond othen' octiviiies: creates pdministrative sysiems anri procedures; creotes ste�by-step project plans; sets up ontl schedules future activities; deve�ops oi�ernate pians or go/no go decision points; develops D"istricYS budgeY; constructs plans to continue and expond sources of revenue: understands limrtotions of budgetory constroints. 5. Stroteqic Plonninp. Envisions what the Park Reserve Oatrict con ond should be in �10 years; sets generol plans for accomplishing those objectives: conceives of future directions for the Park Reserve District; recogn¢es ond evaluates what is significant for the D�strict; listens closety to tliverse views on what the Distsict wants and shoutd be: minks of the future without being constroined by the present. 6. Delegatina and Controlling. Deiegates respo�sibiGty ond quthoriiy to stoff for decision making and plonning; invoNes staff in tlecisions which offeCt them; provides input and guidelines when delegoting key ossignments; sets up objective ond measurable controi systems; holtls subordinates occountoble for pertormance ond delegotetl assignments; emphosizes responsiblity ond authoriiy ot oll levets of Pork � Reserve District management. 7. Showinq Consideration for Others. Shows appreciation for the efforts of others; praisea employees for a job weti done; iespects stoff pntl self; ottentls to ontl shows accurate c�woreness of the needs and feelings of others: deols with staff in a consistent and toir manner; disploys no fovoritism; encouroges input from employees ond others: conveys willingness to consider seriously the ideos ond suggestions of others; lisiens courteously and respecffuily to others' opinions ond ideas: iakes personol intere5t in stoff; resoNes differences diplomoticoay while mointoining positive morole. 8. Demonstratinq Diolomocv and Neaot;atin4 SkiA. Knows the structure ot the Po�k Reserve District as well as its relotionship to other ogencies and works effectivey within those networks; recogn¢es thot no unit functions in isolotion and that the needs and concerns of other units must be considered; demonshotes an owareness antl appreciation of the pressures impinging upon aU porties invoived: works with mony diverse factions and ensures fair ploy ontl equity omong those foctions: understands ond accepts the politicai nature of the job: presents positions cogenty while building support for those positions: knows when and how to work through, fo defer to, to represent, or to press the Bocrd of Commissioners. � JRN-13-1999 09�00 HENNEPIN PFlRKS HQ .� 612 559 3287 P.05i06 �.`t � 9. Demonstrofin Leodershio Comoetence. Disploys a keen desire for leodership: takes charge in o wide variety of situations: tokes the initiative in group ocfivities; expreues ossertiveN views ond opinions to othea: influences others; insp'ves confidence; idenfifies issues for action; provitles consistent direction; untlerstonds and knows when fo use different leadership styles: encourages oihers to reach high standards of peAormance: works to estobi'ah a sense of team within #he Pork Reserve D'atrici: ensu�es that employees know exocty whot is expected of ihem; corrects unsatisfocton/ stoff work pefiormonce and tlisciplines stpSf pppropriateN. 10. Communicatinq. Presents ideos in on orTiculote, understondabie monner: Gonveys credibility, sinceriiy, ond enthus[asm; uses appropriate format, style and verbioge: creotes an environment in which others ore expected to provide input: encourages antl attends corefuly to the input of omers; ottends to others non-verbol behavror; Clorifies or summor�es whot others hove said: uses octive iistening skills such as poropnrasing ond restoting; projec�s a positive, forcefu! ond controlled imoge when speoking; expresses self fluenty, cogently ond influentiaiy. � 11. Keeoinq Others Informed. Tronsmits policy decisions antl underlying rotionale to subortlinotes in o timely monner; stays aware of legislative initiotives effecting the Park Reserve D'atrict ond approises Boartl of Commiuioners about such matfers; maintpins frequent contacts with Boord members to exChonge informotion ontl shore ideos: keeps staff owore of mission, g0ols ond operoting pions of the Park Reserve District: knows how ond when to use verbol or written communications Yo keep others informed of important tlecaions, octions or events: uses the M!S system to communicate to oil statf; maintains Contocts with other legislative bodies to stoy obreosi of importpnt developments ontl to exchange informotion; keeps communicotions flowinA in ali directions. 12. Professionolism. Hos continued to pursue etlucotionoi ontl developmentol octivities since cessation ot formoi etlucational troining; hos well defined goals for work ond nonwork pursuits: desires responsibilily pnd authoriry; pursues career gools aggressivey: maintoins strong commitment to me profsssion ond service to me people: occepts ihe feoliiy of long days and working on weekends os the need ori�e�: persists with gools ond projects despifie obstocles; maintains highest professionol, ethical ond morol integrity; stoys current with developments in the profession; shives to beCOme o�ecogn¢ed leoder within ihe professional communily. 13. Sel� Assuronce. Commonds respect from others while simuttoneousry respecting othets; projeCts o confitlent and secure im�ge: i5 comfortable with self; orticulates own strengths and weakneues in a reatistic manner; knows shortcomings and how to deal effectively with them; acknowledges mistakes ond takes responsibuity for mem: volues idiosyncrosies of stoff and others: wonts stoff to be visible and to toke credit for occomplishments; stoys open to feedbock and to C��iCism from stoff, Boord and others; fakes risks withoufi feor of being wrong, displaced or Critic¢ed: sees value in me diversiiy of staff backgrounds and oppreciotes the significance of everyone's Contrbution. � ., 14. Adaptabilitv. Mointo'ms consiructNe behw�or in stressfu4 s+tuotions: expresses � emotwns approprioteN: displaYS sense of humor: anticipates chonge and responds adaptivety to rt; keeps emotions under conhol when sudden chonges occur or when tlecisions seem to be overtumed withouf good reason; demonstra'tes c will'�ngness to revise plans and P��o�� n light of pohcy chonges: operates effechvely in bureoucratic environments: is Comfortable with ombiguihr i� Conflict ond dec+sion rtaking; modifies beYsavior ond style to t`rt the socio� se��9� encouroges diversity of opinions, siY�es cind ideas: staYs oP� antl flexibte to non-tradifional id2os or prog�ams: staYs P�ent and cooperotive in stressfui situations. E. P rsonol Choro er 'cs Condidates meeting me above requisite knowledges, skills ond obil'rties should o{so: be obte to make strong initial impoct; maintain oppropriate personol oppearonce: disPloYs vibrance, energy ond enthusiasm: enjoy the profeuion of wiidi'de, porks and recreation monagement; be outgoing and enjoy interacfin9 wim diverse iypes of people: enjoy working with an e�ected Boord of Commiss+oners: posseu o zea� for moking tne Hennepin County Park Rese�ve ��ict the poragon of such programs. Superintendent.doc LJ � q9-�' TOTAL P.� � �R� - - ' 1t.�'s' . ' .0 . • • . . . �: � . . . � - � �': i _ - . �fi5l. , - , . r . . _ .. . tF:_ � � ' _. � - �. � �- � -'� '! ,Q � - . ♦ aT"f S...a � V • . . - .. : �. .. d � � ` : . ^i. . �x' �. _ _ ._ r� �� ...� _ A ` I _ .-l� �� . . ".._+ .. �1� � "'' . i . �'_ _ � -!• - I . . . .., � .r � �: - / _ � / 1 ,�a„� � � ts�� L ' . - I ( . � f � , `• �Fw�� E. ' � . �/ i . i/ . . . Af . - �} c -. t +� . � .l � �;^ . 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Forwnacely, �he fazsighced prevailed and today the Minneapolis Park Syscem hu been wuted as the besr [ocared, bes financed, besr designed, besi mainrained pteblic open space in America. " The Minneapolu Pazk and Recreacion Boazd is responsibie for maintaining and developing the Minneapolis Pazk System and for pzoviding recreazional opporcunides for iu cicizens. The Pazk System is comprised of 170 pazks saetching across aearly 6,000 arses, of which more than 1,400 acres are water resources. Within the City's Park System ue 50 miles of desi;na�ed walking [rails and 50 miles of biking uails. Pazkways encwine through the Ciry and trails conneaing the Minneapolis Chxin of Lakes accommodace bicycle, skacing, and waiking traffic. The landscaped waiking trails encircling downtown aze known as the Grand Rpunds. The Ciry's lakes are stocked with walleyes and provide year around fishing as well as abundant watez recreation opportunities. By design, every home in Minneapolis is wishin six blocks vf planned green space from small neighborhood pazks to che gsand Minnehaha Fails. Recreacion cemers throughout the City offer programs for all age groups from pre-school to seniors as wcli as programs for people with specie! interests or needs. l\�'E.'�TORI' OVER�'llil�' Propenies within the Minneapnlis Park System include: � Regi0nal, city, and neighbvnc��od park5 feacuring playgrounds, todo�c, and picnic azeas • Gardens and nature sanctuaries • 5 goSf courses and a Gotf Learning Cencer • 49 neeghbvrhood recreation centers • 396 baseball and softball diamonds • 183 tennis wnres • 11 supervised beaches • 4 swimming pools • 3'I outdoor ice rinks and 1 indoor ice siwcing and hockey complex � Wirth Winter Recreation Area Minnehaha FaZls � � In addition, many Minneapo]is cvlaual and historic amenities are located on park land or are administered by the Park Boazd induding: Spoo,ibrulge a��d Ckerry ut the �Iinne�pnlis Sculpture Carden • Menneapolis Sculpture Gazden � • Minneapolis Iastitnu of Arn • Historic �ort Snelling (on a lease arrangement) • Suven's Iiouse, God&ey F�use, and Longfeltow House . The Minneapolis PazY System's ]akes and riverfronu have been feacured in many publicazions including World ?Y�aveler Magazine, Desrinarion Misnesora, and Urban Pa�kt and Open Space, which featured Cedaz Lake Pazk and Trail as an ouusanding example of urban pazk planni�g and devtlopment. Qa� & R P� ^ ,11 � ! R � � ��00 . .. rW e ,e/ 1'he Organization TRe Perk and Recrea�ion Sys�em ;s governed by an eleaed nine-member Boazd with Commissionus serving four-year term5. Six Commissionen are electrd from designated pazk d'uuicts and thrce aze eleCted from the Ciry ac-large. Park tiuperin�c�dcnt Ass't Saperiat. Asz't Superint. Ass't Superint. Ass't Suycriae for Recreatioo kr Openciuns Wr Plaaning for ACewiuntion °I9•a� • q9 �he Recrertion Divis;nn jK� �e aeighborhood and community reereazion.centers, piaygrounds, pools, b�aches, cvimcai/artsleavironmeatal programs, youth sports leagues, adult athletic leagues and accivicies, special evenrs, and specialized services for ceenage youth. Over 8,000 yaung people • pazucipated ia the I997 Yoath Sports Program which offen backetba]l, bazeball, sofrball, gymnastics, hockey, football, soccer, volieybalt, wrestiing and team tnnnic. ��rion, 2,500 youngsters ages 6-8 pazticipated in spoits fundamentai pzogass at the local pazk 1eve1. The bncrutinnc pivisinn • The Maintenence S%�*;�r provides regular maintenance to ovn 100 buildings. Over 3,100 acres of Nrf receive maintenance and care. Ali batl fields, wurts, swimming pools, and ice skating rinks aze maintained. � T_he Foresm+ Se�tion plants and maintains uees on city and public properties. Over 4,500 crees were planteQ on boulevazQs and in pazks in 1997. Since 1992, over 7,500 trces have been planted with funds from the Cery's Neighborhood Revitalization Pcogram. • The Environmental Section oversees the implementation of an EPA Cleanwater partnership gcant and is responsible for the improvement of wa[er quality in Minneapolis' lakes, rivers, and streams. This section provides environmental education and awareness programs on a city-wide buis. The Planninr Div4sitm pveneES the design and construction of patk facilities, plans for fucure projecrs, and facilitates citizen involvement in the planning process. Projec[s require exteasive colIaboration between the scaff of Planning and other divisions, cicizens, and Commissioners. 7'he Administrative Div�sion Provides integrated suppott services for the delivery of pazk and � rrcreacion program services to alt users of ehe system, These support services include personnel, informatioa and technology, finance, park police, and spccial services. To�ai Tax Supponed Funds for 1997 were 537.7 million. The Total Entezprise Fund waz 39.4 million and Other Fund Totals were $4.8K. The Park and Recreation System receives funding from fr,�eral, sta�e, and local sourers including federal granu, tegulaiive appropriuions, and funding from the Mectopolican Coancil. People for Parks is a private funding resource which acsists �he Park and Recreacion Board in special projeca. 1'he Position The Perk Superintendent is the Chief Fxecutive Officu and oversees the planning, direction, and implemen�etion of all programs and pol;c(rs af the Pazk and Recreation System toward the mission, goals, and objeaiva atablishad under the Pazk and Recrea[ion Board. Specific duties include: • Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures m the Board for their approval. • Prepare the annual budgec and documencacion for funding purposes. • Hire and supervise suff; plan staff assignmenu and review progress. • Work within the political framework of the City goveroment. Work with City staff, City Councii, • Councy, legislacon, and the Maropoliran Council. �rv� tc op 10•tiG r.� / ' , � • Assure that the mission, pJans, and direetion of rhe Pazk and Recreation Boazd is communicated to thc staff and d�e public. � • Prepaze reports and represent die Pazk and Recreation Boazd ac mcetings of the Ciry Counc�l and various state, fedecal and regional agencies, •�aluace and recommead new progcarac and initiatives. • Assist the Board in settinS S� �d P�ities and make modificatioas as needed. Bactcground and Experience Qualified caadidates for the Park Superintendeac will possess a four yar degree in business or pubtic administrarion, architecture, landscape azchitecture, planning, or a related field plus 10-15 years of progressive management experieace in a dirator or senior staff position. Executive Development Programs for Pazk and Recreacional Professionals.edncation is a plus. Preferred expueence includes: • Background in govemment or relazed field and euperience wprking with eletted officials. • Good working Icnowledge of pazk operacions, recreation programming, environmenta! rescoracion, and the provision of cultural and arts activives. • Suong prodiviry for operations and maintenance praaices. � � Significam euperience in labor negodations. • Supenrisory expecience within a large organiaation. • Experience in idencifying revenue sources and obtaining fundiag. • Knowledge of the principles of urban planning and an undersranding of the importance of parks and recreacion planning and programming. • E�perience working wi�ti a culNrally diverse population. � • Knowiedge of constsuccion practices retated io recreational fuilities� pta�elds, etc, L _J Q & Re � • y �� V � O G �� \�hr Q'e/ Manaaement Capabilities ag-� � • Have a high energy level and eajoy the chatlengc of accomplishing what may seem "impossibie" to some. • Be s�epportive of workiag with neighborhood organ'szations aad advisory boards. • Reach out w the ciry's diversified population and incorporate therc in all programs. • Eacourage scaff development and acconn�ability and acknowledge scaff achievemenu. • Be visible and approachable. Listen. � • Possess high pzofessional int�ity. � • Be visionary and see beyond the icnmediace. Chalienges and Priorities • Review [he Board's long range goals and objec[ives. Assisc the Board in establishing a clear vision for che Park and Recreation System for the 21st Cenrury. • Assisc the Board in implemen�ing their Work Plan, which is developed annually in December. i • Identify add;tionai sources of funding such as corporace parcnering, philanshropic organizaaons, and foundacions. • Identify s[rategies to provide desired services wi[hin a mature System, which con[inues to eapand. • Continue coopera[ive workine relaiionships with federal agencies, state agencies, the Metropolitan Council, and City agencies. � JHfV 1Z '99 16�43 P. 7 / ' � � � Anaouncemeat City of Minneapolis, Pazk and Recrearion Board Park Superintendent Yhe 'besr located, ben,hnanced, besr desig,red, ben mainrained, prrbl'u open sp¢ce in 1lmerica.' . - Alexander Garvin in U.S. News & R'odd Report, � lune 8, 1998 � The Mi�eapolis puk and Recreation Boazd seeks applicants for a Parks Sliperintendeni to o4e�see iu internationally rceognized, Nazioaal Gold Meda] awazd-winning park syscem. Kaown as The City of Lakes, Minneapolis bouts over 6,000 acrts of beau[ifully maintained parY land and a citizenry (popula�ion 370,000) thac enjoys iu parks. Wirh feanues such az the historic Minnehaha Falls, the Mississippi River, the Chain oi Lakes, 50 retreation centecs, five municipffi golf couna, and numerous savannahs and wetlands, the park syscem.meets a hoss of recreationa! needs and employs cutting edge environmenul prolection strategies. 'I'he Superintendent is responsibSe for a siaff of 600 fu11 t�me and 1,500 pazt time �mployees and a budg�t of S50 miilion. Candida�es must have a degree ia Pazks/Retteation, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related fieid plus 3aI5 yeazs management expetience in a d'ueews or senior s�aff posicion. Familiariry and comfon with a large, uhnicaliy and cultnral(y diverse urban seaing is a mnst. Candidates should have a working knowledge of the budget piocess, facliues maincenance, park operations, recreation programmins, youch/adult athletics, mvizonmental res�oration, open spacc/uaiS developmenc and �e provision of cuimral and ans activities. The Part Superiatendent repotu to an independently eleaed Boazd of nine m�anbers. Expttience working with public and semi-public organizations, wirh elected and appointed officials, as well ac a vack record af conseucus building is highly desirable. Staning safazy 585,000 w 595,000. Residency in Minneapolis required within six months. SenQ resume by 11/20/98 to: The Brimeyer Gruup Executive Search 904 Mainstreec, Suice 205 Hopkins, MN 55343 (612) 945-0246 - phoae (612) 945-0102 - fax E-mail: Briss�Gtoup�aoi.com Timetabfe 11R0/98 12l16J9$ Week of 1l4/99 Macch, 1999 • Deadline for Applications Presem Candidazes SnterviewslSelection Stazting Bate Tne Brimeyer Group, ��. EXECUTIVE SEARCH CONSULTANTS 904 Mainsveet q205 Hopkins, MN 55343 qq-a'° i � � �r�ra� �oaanc�a �cer�ic �tOtaar� � an p � c s� r�n ar,a Bamse� Cou 1621 Beechwood Ave. Sc Paul, MN 55116 651-698-4543 �wrva.fi endsoftheparl¢org President Pary R. Bolin Vice Presidents 7eanne Weigum Treasurer 7ames R. Bricher nireccors Craig Mdresen Liz Anderson Ann Cieslak Dan Collins Thomas T. Dwight Neil Franey William Frank Elaine 7ohnson Marilyn Lundberg Robett Nethercut Mazk M. Nolan Janet Olson Scott Ramsay Pierre Regnier Jerry Seck Mazsha Soucheray Vice President Emeritus Samuel H. Morgan D'uectoa Emeritus David Lilly Truznan W. Porter Ex Officia Dennis Asmussen Thomas Eggum Marc Goess Paul L. Kirkwold Greg Mack Vic Wi[tgenstein Executive Director and Secretary Peggy Lynch �`i-aD February 3, 1999 Members of the City Council: Thank you for this opportunity to address placing the position of Parks and Recreation Director in the unclassified service and the description of work, typical duties performed; knowledge, skills and abilities; and minimum qualifications of the Director of Parks and Recreation. The Friends have long supported the Division of Parks and Recreation elevation to department status. This would also necessitate that the Director of Parks position be unclassified, on the same level as other departments. After reviewing job descriptions for the Parks Superintendent position for Ramsey County, Hennepin County artd the Ciry of Minneapolis, we have some suggestions regarding the qualifications for the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates for the Park Superintendent will possess a four year degree in park administration, business or public administration, landscape architecture, or a related field (Master's Degree preferred) plus 10 to 15 years of progressively responsible experience in management/administrative capacity and at least ten years in the administration of parks and recreation. Knowledge of or experience in such areas as the iollowing is preferred; outdoor and indoor recreation planning; finance; budgeting; planning of natural resource programs for public use; program promotion and marketing; and development of programs for use by a diverse general public. The superintendent should have the ability to create a long range vision of what the park system should be He or she needs the ability to sell ideas and stand strong in promoting the needs of the park system. The new superintendent must have strong communication skills . We hope you will consider our suggestions. oR��NA� Refemed To Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish minimum qualifications for the Parks and Recreation Director position.. Council File # ��'1 Green Sheet # 62413 �� Committee Date 1 An Administrative Ordinance amending Cfiapter 21 of � � 2 the AdminisGative Code, artitled Officer's Qualifications \� C� ,� 3 by establishing minimmun qualifiptions for the unclassified ��,\� 4 positi� of Parks and R�on Director. �J,�_ � 5 Tf� COUNCII, OF Ti� C1TY OF SAINT PAUL DOES ORDAIN: � 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 � 15 16 1'7 Sectioa 2. That Chapter 21 of the Saim Paul Administrative Code is hereby amended by adding the following section to read: 21.08. Pazks and Recreation Director �� - � �� `� ,'�— marc, ec� — �� o (q� ORDINANCE ;l�Y OF SAINT PAUl, MINNESOTA The Pazks and Recreation Director shall have a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of public or private sector leadership or management ercperience worldng in or with large multifaceted service oriented organizations. Section . -- � d be in force 30 days from and after passage,ae�approval, and publication. one Requested by Department of: Office of Human Resources �: �'I��. �ti�-� h s�� Fo:m Approved by Ciry Attorney By: � ��v� �� 1 L IZ Adoption Certified by Council Secretazy ��: APPro�ed bY Mayor: Date � Approved lr r for� mission to Council BY: F:�CLASSVOHNISUPTORD. W PD Adopted by Council: Date �`'x�"°�"�"'+�°""""�` D"r� n'°'7"� GREEN SHEET xo.: 62413 a � � Iiuman Resources 12-23-98 ooxrwcrrESaoxtraoxg: '� 9 � �'8 7olm Hamihon 266-6470 ,�,n�rr nm �'� s mroo�, 7ohn Shockley 266-6482 � ,�� , � MIIBf BE ON COUNCII.AGFd�IDA BY (DATEj �Vln�G� )y¢ret�aec�V IZ "� `! O namut�tls�m�xlc OIID� � _ � ` \ � S � uuraaloe.�ar� TOTAL N OF SIGNATORE PAGES 1 (CLiP ALL LOG7ION8 FOR SIGNATORL� AClIONSEQ[JFSlED: Request approved of an ordinance establishing minimum qualificarions for the unclassiSed Parks and Recrearion Director posirion - saeaa�mnrcors:nyaweU>aay�e(a� rasorur.�vicecoxrnwers�sr�x�tou.ownvc�aoms: L x..misymml5�e,a.aaraa�easar�o�tta�isdep.tm�t PIANNING�ON Ys No CID �4AT� 2 Hetlrispmmlf�aa6ema a9'mp�cCt CIVII.S�tVICB�S3tON Ye No 3. Doat Ys No 4 bth'speamlf�amRldvmdor! Ys No 2y V I� a� 7s rwws N�pewe aLee! d aNael to pen aleet n�nxinxnvcrseos�,isscr�,orroaTmvrrsr �w�ro,wrr.wr ` Mln�mum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a qualified Parks and Recreation Director. anvniv�rwcES � �►rrxos�n: Parks and Recreation Director selection process will have established minimum qualifications for candidates. ar&wv.uv�r�s rn �rrxovuo: None _ - ntawv.u�*r�crs u+ NoT ereAOVEU: No standard qualifications wilI be established. TOTALAMOUNTOFTRANSACfION: - COSf/REVENQEBDDGETED: F[iNDING80IIRCE: ACfiViTYN[1MBER: CiOURG'�'� �25��-'r.�T E �` ,, `°'�^•r FINANQAL INFORMATTON: (ffiCPIAII� . 0�� _'3:g - - F:�CLAS3ITOHN�SIIP1'GRN.WPD - . ��.� �� - � �� ORlGINAI � � �-�r-i Referred To Council File # _I 1 �'� Green Sheet # 62413 Cammitte� Date 1 An Adminishative Ordinance amending Cha / � p , t ' e � r 1' � 21 of 'Z �C � minictrgt'VC �.OdO� CAtI�Cd ��CCI'S .tuuuaaC3t1011S 3 by Cstablis}ling minim„m q�jj$qtip� fpT ihe unc]asgified 4 pcuition of Padcs and Recreation Director. 5 Tf� COUNCIL OF TFIE C1TY OF SAINT PAUL DOES ORDAIN: . ye � '��\ \ �� Q 6 Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish min'unum qualifications for 7 ihe Parks and Recreation Director posifion.. 10 11 � Z 3 14 Section 2. That Chapter 21 ofthe Saint Paul Administrative Code is hereby aznended by adding the following section to read: � 21.08. Pazks and Recrearion Director On[ y+PCU � 1 � V �uks and Recreaiion D'uector shall have a b lor's degee and 3� rS � �j�(�✓) � years of public or private sector leaders p or management �,_ e�perience working in or with large mul ' service oriented organirations. 15 'Qeppc+s✓ �7 - - - .�� y� s 16 Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force 30 days from and after its 17 passage,aa�-approval, and publication. Requested by Depactment of: Office of Human Resources s �u,��' �� Sc/f ;� Form Approved try City Attorney �y.: l ��_�` � i d_ �Z Adoption Certified by Council Secreqry �' Approved by Mayor: Date � ORDINANCE OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA � v � � � � . � ,. .. � �� . . . � / s.�t� /� / F:�CLHS3WHCPSUPTORD.WPD Adopted hy Council: Date n�r�xxa�xp�c�covn,cu.. a�►xg n�a�.,.xsn aq ' � Auman Resources 12-23-98 GREEN SHEET No.: 62413 coxrecrrsesoxtrgor�: 9 � $�un�ts 7ohn Hamilton 266-6470 ,n�ean�,r na Z'� s ac.aw�a, Jolm Shockley 266-6482 ,� ,� a-23 � surrcr�e r�mmnt� (2 •� �$ MOSPBEONCODNCII.AGENDA BY(DA'IL� =OV1II�G sPaauttant.�cv mtewczta�vii�0.'m OIID� �?(A7R(G[N87� ��r _ � � ��q� TOTAL#OFffiGNATOREPAGES 1 (CLitALLLOCA7IONSFORBIGR�ATORE) ACiTON BFRiTE4CED: Request approved of an ardinance establisivng minimum quatifications for the unclsssified Parks and Recxestion Director position. nac�mnzcors:n��(e)Qa�ea(� rsesox,�r.�vicecorr►sucraasosr�sw�r�pou.ownvc�r�s: t. }L.misye�a.awtmamav,emsxs�thedma9�7 H.ANNIIIG W7�9.4SION Ya No CID � 2 HsdmpeamlL�asbama�mploym7 C1VII.�ViC80�53ION Ys No 3. Doatluspmm/l�Po�es�alaLmt�IlYP�MnI��'�� Ya No ♦ BWispasmlSrm�t�tledvmdo[l _ Ys No 2yhi� w 7saww� w�p�nfe �1ed a�tatlrlb psm aleet II�IITTATINGPROBLEM, ISS[7$ OPPORTUNTTY (R'Lo. Witl,VVie�, W�etqRbyY• ` Mmimum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a qualified Parks and Recreation Ditector. nnverrrnc�s � �rraovEn: Parks and Recreation Director selection process will have established minimum q�alifications for candidates. DLSADVANfAGESIFAPPBOVED: _ __ -_ -- _ _ None — DISADVANTAGFSIFNOTAYPBOVFh.-- - -- - -- _ _.-- - -- ---- - - No standard quatifications w�l be established. TOTALAMOVNTOF':HANSACIIOPL - _ GtlbT/REVENUEBUDGETED: FONDING80URCE: ACT1ViTYNUMBER: C+OUl1G,'� R`�So�"'� ��"'�•r FINANClALIlVFORMATiON: (E.FYLASi) �� `� � i�:�° F:�CLASSUOI�7ISUPTGRN.IVPD - - ORIGINAL �� :, Refemed To 1 2 3 4 Committee Date �nancurn MAR 27 1999 THE COUNCIL OF TFIE C1TY OF SAlNT PAUL DOES ORDAIIJ: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1? Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish minimum qualifications for the Parks and Recreation Director position.. Section 2. That Chapter 21 of the Saint Paul Administrative Code is hereby amended by adding ihe following section to read: 21.08. Pazks and Recreation Director �� -�, r �� g�.e�.� �� _ - � a�� o j�,°�, ORDINANCE :I�1( OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA Couucil File # I �'1� Green Sheet # 62413 �i — ��o �4 .i��t°I An Adu�inistrative Ordinance amending Chapter 21 of the Administrative Cade, entitled Officer's Qualifications by establic� minimum qualifications for the unclassified position of Parks and Recreation Director. The Pazks and Recreation Director shall tiave a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of public or private sector leadership or management eacperience working in or with large muUifaceted service oriented organizations. ��B7f�0fi0H8B �-�-f9��1C-C�ilC3t701131Swm�rrmP.nt nn� rme-vear-rtF�cncricrRr.�nrntrca�atirnrbaeis- '� Section , be in force 30 days from and after its passage,3a�approv3l, and publication. Requested by Department of: Office of Auman Resources �,: ��- �� Fornt Approved by City Attomey By: k �� lc'3 �`` � 12 �Z Adoption Certified by Councii Secretary �,�� Appmved Appmved or: Date ( ✓�L�1-(S 1 �Z'q� BY: F:\CLASSVOFIN�SOPTORD.WPD to Council Adopted by Council: Date . L.�n \O �q�`� D�r"x'�r"°�'`�c'°"'v�'` aA'� n�r`"'�° GREEN SHEET xo. 62413 a � � Human Resources 12-23-98 corrracrrESSOx�raort�: y � �A'� Jolm Hamilton 266-6470 , na,�a�n� na, L � s cnrcanrcu, Jolm Shockley 266-6482 � z �, u ,� � � � flfAfB�FOH Z�� fV MIISlEEOPiCOUNCII.AGECiDABY(DATL� 80VLING 3PWAtiant�v � �N(SeL�wuctr OBD� IIIAI'OIt J �.�. _ � , \°�� TOTAL!lOFSIGNATOREPAGES_3 (CUPALLLOCATIONSFORSIGNATURL7 ACCION REQIIESTED: Request approved of an �� minimum qualifications for the unclassified Parks and Recreation Director positian. RB�C%�JATlONS: APPwe (A)alte]at (R) PIIiSONALS&RViCS CONSRACTSMUSI ANSW� Sfi&FOIIAVYINGQi1&S1TON3: 1. FLat6uP�evaankedimdcacmertfal6isdepmtmmt7 PLANNII7GCOMbII3SION Ya No — CIDCOMlATfHH 2 HndrisP��evabemaeaY�P�� CtVII,SERVICBWbII�955ION Yc No — s. noumi.n�P�aakiunoeaamdbv�Mmr��r�e�^Y�� Ye No 4. Lthiapc�m�6rmaWgaW�+mdoC! Ya No B:pIW a0 ye amwas w�ryanfe �Led aBd atfatL fo peea sLret IlVIT7ATING PROBLEM, ISSUE, OPPOBTUNTCY (�Yho, WIW, W6�, Wbere, Why): ' M'inimum requirements need to be established in order to enhance the selection of a quatified Parks and Recreation Director. ADVANfAGESIFAPPROVED: Parks and Recrearion Director selection process will have established minimum qualifications for candidates. DISADVANTAGESIFAPPROVED: None DL4ADVANTAGFS IF NOT AYPBOVED: No staadazd qualifications wili be established. TOTAL AMOUNC OF TRANSACI'ION: COSf/REVENUE BUDGETED: FUNDING90URCE: AGTIViTYNUhIBER: �U�31�.�:,�,Ri:."�'`s:a�iT�"� FINANG7Ai.INFORMATION: (ECPLAIN) D�� F:ICLASS VOHNISUPTGRN. WPD RAMSSY CovNTY Title of Class_ r� DIRECTOR OF PARRS AND RECREATION 9q-�o ��99 ��t-� ��/�, �� BASIC FONCTION To direct, manage and administer the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department; to plan, develop and manage a comprehensive system of County and regional parks, open space, trails, and recreation facilities and programs that address the leisure needs of Ramsey County residents; to secure and manage fiscal resources for acquisition, development, and operations and maintenance for the parka and recreation system; to formulate recommendations and implement polieies and ordinances of the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners; and to perform related duties as assigned. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORt�D: Directs the formulation of all goals, objectives, priorities and work programs for the Parks and Recreation Department. Serves as the principal ataff liaison to the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commiesion; prepares agendas and corresponding documentation for policy consideration and recomtnendation to the Ramsey County Board af Commissioners. Analyzes the leisure needs and interests of Ramsey County reeidents identified through applied research and reCOmmends strategies to � address identified deficiencies. Directa the preparation of the annual operating budget for the Parks and Recreation Department; presents the proposed budget to the Ramsey County Manager and the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners; directs management and control of the operating budget expenditures and revenues. Represents Ramsey County on various boards, committees and task forces. � Directs preparation of the five-year Capital Improvement Program (updated annually) for the department; preaenta the Capital Zmprovement Program to the Ramsey County Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee and the Ramsey County Board of Commissionera; directs implementation and budget management of approved projects. Directs the preparation of grant applications to the Metropolitan Council, state departments, federal agencies and private sponsora foz acquisition, development, operations, maintenance and program services; directs the administration of grant contracts in compliance with applicable rules, regulations and laws. Directa the preparation ot support documentation for of Cammissioners; presents consideration. 4/17/98 policy recommendations with appropriate consideration by the Ramsey County Board recommendations to the Board for 38300 DIRECTOR OF PAi2KS AND RECREATION q9-ao �� Organizes and directs the administrative, financial and accounting £unctions of the department to assure timely and accurate reporting in compliance with the County�s administrative code and appZicable laws_ Represents the department at public meetings and hearings involving city councils, city appointed commissions, regional councils and legislative committees. Meets with buainess agents and labor representatives to address mutual interests and concerns. Participates in the preparation of Requests for Proposal and in the selsction of consultants to plan, design and engineer capital improvement projects; negotiates contracts with selected consulting firms. Interprets and administers parks and recreation policies in ordinances as adopted by the Ramsey County Board of Commissionera_ SIIPERVISORY/MANAGF.MENT RESPONSIBILITY: Directly supervises four division heads and an administrative secretary. Responsible for the work activity of over ninety FTEs and approximately 15o seasonal employees assigned to the department's fifteen divisions. � INTERNAL/ERTERNp,L RE7,p,TIONSBIPS : Daily contact with County residents, customers and apecial interest group representatives regarding services and activitiea of the Parks and Recreation Department. Daily to weekly contact with members of the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners, County Commissioner Assistants and the County Manager to discuas policy matters pertaining to parks and recreation services. Weekly contact with news media to discuss program servicea and other initiativea involving the Parks and Recreation Department; and with elected and appointed municipal and special district officials to discuss matters of mutual interest. Monthly contact with state legislators to enliet their support for legislative initiatives that advance or affect parks and recreation services; and with othez state and national parks and recreation professionals to share information of mutual interest and concern. IMPACTS ON 3ERVICE$/OPSI2PaTIONS: impacts the quality of areas, £acilities and aervices provided by the department (five regional parks, five regional trail corridors, eleven county parks, nine protection open space sites, eleven indoor ice arenas, four golf courses, a nature center, ten beaches and other apecial use facilities). Proper performance results in satisfied customers, safe and aesthetically attractive areas and faeilitiea, high quality natural resources and in sound management of financial resources. Improper performance would zesult in � deterioration of areas and facilities, loss of custamers, possible 4/17/9g 38300 DSRECTOR DF PARKS AND RECREATION _� �� °I�-ac violations of OSHA safety standards and inappropriate use of County funds. WORR ENVIRC2d�i8NT: Eighty percent of the time is spent in an o£fice environment with daily automobile travel to and from meetinga outside of the office. Ten percent of the time is spent in public meetings presenting documentation and testimony to elected officials. Ten percent oP the time involves site visits and inspections at parks, trail corridors, arenas and golf courses. County government. Knowledge of rules, regulations and laws affectinq the delivery of parks and recreation services. Knowledge of the Ramsey County Home Rule Charter, Code, and County Board policies and ordinances. Skill in communicating both orally and in writing of individuals and organi2ations. xxowi.EnaE SRILLS AND ABILITISS RBQUIRED: Knowledge of the £ield of parks, recreation and leisure services. Knowledge of the principles and practices of management and administration. Knowledge of the laws, rules and regulations governing provision of pazka and recreation services and the availability of £unding sources. • Knowledge of the political and organizational atructure of Ramsey Ram9ey County in Administrative to a varied number Skill in dealing with the media and making presentations. Ability to organize, assign work and supervise a large number of � staff inembers. Ability to coordinate activities and deal effectively with public officials, County Manager, Board of Commissioners, the media and the general public. Ability to analyze complex data. Ability to make decisions and prioritize work. Ability to plan anfl manage a major County department. Ability to identify major trends in leisure services, prioritize objectives and allocate resources effectively to address those objectives. MINSMI7M QIIALSFICATIONS: Education: A Bachelor•e Degree in parks and recreation, public administration or a closely relatsd field. (Ntaster's Degree preferred). Experience: Ten years of progressively responaible experience in the management and administration of a public parks and recreation department, inciuding four years 3n a manageriai capacity. � 4/17/98 38300 DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION TOTAL P.84 .. { �� • P�sition Title: Deoartment: Reoorts to: • qa �a� POSffION RESPONSIBIUTY WRITE UP Superintendent }��IU�PIA! �f}Rl�S Office of ihe Boord of Commissioners and Superintendent Dotg: Revised Jan 1999 FLSA Status: Exempt Board of Commissioners � Prrcnarv Obiectives Pov Level: 15 A. To provide pos�tive ond effective leatlership for the Pork Reserve �istrict wifhin me pokcies estobiished by me Boartl and oppiicoble Ipws and regulations in o monner that wc11 achieve o sound development ond management progrom to serve the besf interest of the publio. B. 7o manoge c stoff of 240 plus professional, administrotNe, cierical, low enforcement, ond mointenpnCe personnel. V�toior Areas of Accountobiliiv � Board Retat(ons 5erves as Chief Atlministrative Officer ond Secretary to the Boord. Advises the Board on policy matters and formuiotes recommendation for the Boord to consider in estoblishing gu;delines. objectives, ond goals for ihe District. Serves as liaison beiween the stoff and the Boord, keeping both groups well informed. Corries out Boord decaions. profiecfiing ond implementing policy. � Staff Leatlership and Adminisiration Provides o pos'rtive personnel framework which serves to othact, deveiop and mointoin o competent, moiivoted stoff. Appiies personnel policies consafienfily, keeping siaff informed of iheir occountobilify for pertormonce. Encouroges employees to work cooperative�y towortl common gools and provides me direction to reach those goots. Administers the per5onnei, financial ond orgon2otionol needs of the Disfrict. C. Future Vision/Stroteaic Direction Provides overaii direction and guidance for the Pork Reserve Dishict by creating long ronge and strategic pians to meet the changing needs af the pubfic for recreationai senrices� Focuses on program deveiopment which will increase public owpreness ond use of the Park Reserve D'atricYs geographicoly aiverse sites. D. Interaovemmentai Relations Buiids ond sustoins cooperotive re�otionships with intergovernmental agencies. Serves os representotive with others of the Pork Reserve Dist►ict Devetops on otmosphere of trust and cooperation with various governmentol bodies including local, municipoi, state and federal jufsdictions. Mointcins up-tadote information regording tegislative activities wnich offect the functioning of the Park Reserve Dishict. L a�•aD E. PubGc Relofions . Promotes activey the District antl its programs by serving ot times as spokesperson to encouroge increased utif¢otion of the park system. Represents tne District and its exce-�lent facilities to the generol public, communifies, corporotions, orgon¢ations, speciol interest �oups, and the legi5ipt�re. F• Butloet Pre�orotion and Adm;nistration Is accountobte for the budget. Prov;tles fiscat direction. Monoges annuoi operoting budget ond Copitnl improvement buclget to aChieve tlesired resutts. Assures fhot a11 budgetnry and monagement controls ore mainioined. Initiotes cr�tive fundraising efforrs by thg DiSfriCt. �uaiificotions A. Statutorv Minnesoto Statute 398.10 requires thot the Superintendent have had ot leost ten yeors experience in business or in public adminisirotion, at least five years of which sholl hove been in o responsible administrotive capacity ond ai leost three yecars in the administration of parks or recreCltion. B. Educafional • Etlucotionaty, at teast a Bachelor's Oegree in Recreaiion ond Porks, eusines� Administration, Public Adminishation or reiated field from an accredited coilege or university is requ'ved. C. Knowiedges and Exr�eriences Adtlitionoly, knowletlge of or experience in such oreos os the fotlowing is preferced: outqoor and indoos recreotion planning: private seetor management; public finance; budgeting; witdlife mpnogement: operdting both cost ond profit centers within the some orgon¢otion; plonning of natural resource programs for public use: program promotion ond marketing; development of progroms for use by o brood base of ine general public. D. Skitis ond Abilities BroodfDiverqent Thinkino. fiinks in possibilities; generofies tliverse ideos; understonds the magnitude ond scope of programming ond poGCy decisions: sees the big picture; offers creative, innovofive and imnginative idetis and ihoughts for review by Boord ond Staff; suggests non-trotlitionoi programs or uses of ihe Pprk D'atricYs resources; cnanenges others to ihink e�ansively and non-parochiolly: demonstrotes inteilectual curiosity. 2. Problem AnoNzinp. Gathers complete information for probtem solving; solicits actively ideas, anayses ond recommendofions Bom staff; solicits opinions ond differing poinh of view; requests others to chaNenge oszumptions, recommendotions antl tlireCtions; fosters an environment for open ond hank tliscussion of issuer, bolonces legitimate d�ersify of opinions: perceives relationships within comp4ex � issues; synthes¢es ideas and details: copes w'rth complex'iy and ombiguity: outlmes options ond choices wailable to the Boord, staff and ofhea. qq-ao 3. Makina ecisions. Accepts respons�b�6ty tor ddficult decisions; mnkes decisions under � conditions of pressure ond risk; considecs o broad range of perspectives before making decisions; tlisplays decisiveness; ?okes actions to reSONe immediote issues; explains rotionaie for decisons to staff ond others: incorporates staff input into decisions: mokes onry mose decisions oppropriote to the Superinfentlent antl defers or delegates other tlecaions: mokes unpopulor decisions if believes strongy in the decision; sfonds behind decisions: occepfs criticam ond difficutties wifih equanimity: reevaluates decisions or recommendofions when appropriote• 4. Planning ond Oraan¢inq. Develops shortond tong-ronge pions; coordinates resources effectivey; estabiishes goais and priorities; structures own ond othen' octiviiies: creates pdministrative sysiems anri procedures; creotes ste�by-step project plans; sets up ontl schedules future activities; deve�ops oi�ernate pians or go/no go decision points; develops D"istricYS budgeY; constructs plans to continue and expond sources of revenue: understands limrtotions of budgetory constroints. 5. Stroteqic Plonninp. Envisions what the Park Reserve Oatrict con ond should be in �10 years; sets generol plans for accomplishing those objectives: conceives of future directions for the Park Reserve District; recogn¢es ond evaluates what is significant for the D�strict; listens closety to tliverse views on what the Distsict wants and shoutd be: minks of the future without being constroined by the present. 6. Delegatina and Controlling. Deiegates respo�sibiGty ond quthoriiy to stoff for decision making and plonning; invoNes staff in tlecisions which offeCt them; provides input and guidelines when delegoting key ossignments; sets up objective ond measurable controi systems; holtls subordinates occountoble for pertormance ond delegotetl assignments; emphosizes responsiblity ond authoriiy ot oll levets of Pork � Reserve District management. 7. Showinq Consideration for Others. Shows appreciation for the efforts of others; praisea employees for a job weti done; iespects stoff pntl self; ottentls to ontl shows accurate c�woreness of the needs and feelings of others: deols with staff in a consistent and toir manner; disploys no fovoritism; encouroges input from employees ond others: conveys willingness to consider seriously the ideos ond suggestions of others; lisiens courteously and respecffuily to others' opinions ond ideas: iakes personol intere5t in stoff; resoNes differences diplomoticoay while mointoining positive morole. 8. Demonstratinq Diolomocv and Neaot;atin4 SkiA. Knows the structure ot the Po�k Reserve District as well as its relotionship to other ogencies and works effectivey within those networks; recogn¢es thot no unit functions in isolotion and that the needs and concerns of other units must be considered; demonshotes an owareness antl appreciation of the pressures impinging upon aU porties invoived: works with mony diverse factions and ensures fair ploy ontl equity omong those foctions: understands ond accepts the politicai nature of the job: presents positions cogenty while building support for those positions: knows when and how to work through, fo defer to, to represent, or to press the Bocrd of Commissioners. � JRN-13-1999 09�00 HENNEPIN PFlRKS HQ .� 612 559 3287 P.05i06 �.`t � 9. Demonstrofin Leodershio Comoetence. Disploys a keen desire for leodership: takes charge in o wide variety of situations: tokes the initiative in group ocfivities; expreues ossertiveN views ond opinions to othea: influences others; insp'ves confidence; idenfifies issues for action; provitles consistent direction; untlerstonds and knows when fo use different leadership styles: encourages oihers to reach high standards of peAormance: works to estobi'ah a sense of team within #he Pork Reserve D'atrici: ensu�es that employees know exocty whot is expected of ihem; corrects unsatisfocton/ stoff work pefiormonce and tlisciplines stpSf pppropriateN. 10. Communicatinq. Presents ideos in on orTiculote, understondabie monner: Gonveys credibility, sinceriiy, ond enthus[asm; uses appropriate format, style and verbioge: creotes an environment in which others ore expected to provide input: encourages antl attends corefuly to the input of omers; ottends to others non-verbol behavror; Clorifies or summor�es whot others hove said: uses octive iistening skills such as poropnrasing ond restoting; projec�s a positive, forcefu! ond controlled imoge when speoking; expresses self fluenty, cogently ond influentiaiy. � 11. Keeoinq Others Informed. Tronsmits policy decisions antl underlying rotionale to subortlinotes in o timely monner; stays aware of legislative initiotives effecting the Park Reserve D'atrict ond approises Boartl of Commiuioners about such matfers; maintpins frequent contacts with Boord members to exChonge informotion ontl shore ideos: keeps staff owore of mission, g0ols ond operoting pions of the Park Reserve District: knows how ond when to use verbol or written communications Yo keep others informed of important tlecaions, octions or events: uses the M!S system to communicate to oil statf; maintains Contocts with other legislative bodies to stoy obreosi of importpnt developments ontl to exchange informotion; keeps communicotions flowinA in ali directions. 12. Professionolism. Hos continued to pursue etlucotionoi ontl developmentol octivities since cessation ot formoi etlucational troining; hos well defined goals for work ond nonwork pursuits: desires responsibilily pnd authoriry; pursues career gools aggressivey: maintoins strong commitment to me profsssion ond service to me people: occepts ihe feoliiy of long days and working on weekends os the need ori�e�: persists with gools ond projects despifie obstocles; maintains highest professionol, ethical ond morol integrity; stoys current with developments in the profession; shives to beCOme o�ecogn¢ed leoder within ihe professional communily. 13. Sel� Assuronce. Commonds respect from others while simuttoneousry respecting othets; projeCts o confitlent and secure im�ge: i5 comfortable with self; orticulates own strengths and weakneues in a reatistic manner; knows shortcomings and how to deal effectively with them; acknowledges mistakes ond takes responsibuity for mem: volues idiosyncrosies of stoff and others: wonts stoff to be visible and to toke credit for occomplishments; stoys open to feedbock and to C��iCism from stoff, Boord and others; fakes risks withoufi feor of being wrong, displaced or Critic¢ed: sees value in me diversiiy of staff backgrounds and oppreciotes the significance of everyone's Contrbution. � ., 14. Adaptabilitv. Mointo'ms consiructNe behw�or in stressfu4 s+tuotions: expresses � emotwns approprioteN: displaYS sense of humor: anticipates chonge and responds adaptivety to rt; keeps emotions under conhol when sudden chonges occur or when tlecisions seem to be overtumed withouf good reason; demonstra'tes c will'�ngness to revise plans and P��o�� n light of pohcy chonges: operates effechvely in bureoucratic environments: is Comfortable with ombiguihr i� Conflict ond dec+sion rtaking; modifies beYsavior ond style to t`rt the socio� se��9� encouroges diversity of opinions, siY�es cind ideas: staYs oP� antl flexibte to non-tradifional id2os or prog�ams: staYs P�ent and cooperotive in stressfui situations. E. P rsonol Choro er 'cs Condidates meeting me above requisite knowledges, skills ond obil'rties should o{so: be obte to make strong initial impoct; maintain oppropriate personol oppearonce: disPloYs vibrance, energy ond enthusiasm: enjoy the profeuion of wiidi'de, porks and recreation monagement; be outgoing and enjoy interacfin9 wim diverse iypes of people: enjoy working with an e�ected Boord of Commiss+oners: posseu o zea� for moking tne Hennepin County Park Rese�ve ��ict the poragon of such programs. Superintendent.doc LJ � q9-�' TOTAL P.� � �R� - - ' 1t.�'s' . ' .0 . • • . . . �: � . . . � - � �': i _ - . �fi5l. , - , . r . . _ .. . tF:_ � � ' _. � - �. � �- � -'� '! ,Q � - . ♦ aT"f S...a � V • . . - .. : �. .. d � � ` : . ^i. . �x' �. _ _ ._ r� �� ...� _ A ` I _ .-l� �� . . ".._+ .. �1� � "'' . i . �'_ _ � -!• - I . . . .., � .r � �: - / _ � / 1 ,�a„� � � ts�� L ' . - I ( . � f � , `• �Fw�� E. ' � . �/ i . i/ . . . Af . - �} c -. t +� . � .l � �;^ . 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Forwnacely, �he fazsighced prevailed and today the Minneapolis Park Syscem hu been wuted as the besr [ocared, bes financed, besr designed, besi mainrained pteblic open space in America. " The Minneapolu Pazk and Recreacion Boazd is responsibie for maintaining and developing the Minneapolis Pazk System and for pzoviding recreazional opporcunides for iu cicizens. The Pazk System is comprised of 170 pazks saetching across aearly 6,000 arses, of which more than 1,400 acres are water resources. Within the City's Park System ue 50 miles of desi;na�ed walking [rails and 50 miles of biking uails. Pazkways encwine through the Ciry and trails conneaing the Minneapolis Chxin of Lakes accommodace bicycle, skacing, and waiking traffic. The landscaped waiking trails encircling downtown aze known as the Grand Rpunds. The Ciry's lakes are stocked with walleyes and provide year around fishing as well as abundant watez recreation opportunities. By design, every home in Minneapolis is wishin six blocks vf planned green space from small neighborhood pazks to che gsand Minnehaha Fails. Recreacion cemers throughout the City offer programs for all age groups from pre-school to seniors as wcli as programs for people with specie! interests or needs. l\�'E.'�TORI' OVER�'llil�' Propenies within the Minneapnlis Park System include: � Regi0nal, city, and neighbvnc��od park5 feacuring playgrounds, todo�c, and picnic azeas • Gardens and nature sanctuaries • 5 goSf courses and a Gotf Learning Cencer • 49 neeghbvrhood recreation centers • 396 baseball and softball diamonds • 183 tennis wnres • 11 supervised beaches • 4 swimming pools • 3'I outdoor ice rinks and 1 indoor ice siwcing and hockey complex � Wirth Winter Recreation Area Minnehaha FaZls � � In addition, many Minneapo]is cvlaual and historic amenities are located on park land or are administered by the Park Boazd induding: Spoo,ibrulge a��d Ckerry ut the �Iinne�pnlis Sculpture Carden • Menneapolis Sculpture Gazden � • Minneapolis Iastitnu of Arn • Historic �ort Snelling (on a lease arrangement) • Suven's Iiouse, God&ey F�use, and Longfeltow House . The Minneapolis PazY System's ]akes and riverfronu have been feacured in many publicazions including World ?Y�aveler Magazine, Desrinarion Misnesora, and Urban Pa�kt and Open Space, which featured Cedaz Lake Pazk and Trail as an ouusanding example of urban pazk planni�g and devtlopment. Qa� & R P� ^ ,11 � ! R � � ��00 . .. rW e ,e/ 1'he Organization TRe Perk and Recrea�ion Sys�em ;s governed by an eleaed nine-member Boazd with Commissionus serving four-year term5. Six Commissionen are electrd from designated pazk d'uuicts and thrce aze eleCted from the Ciry ac-large. Park tiuperin�c�dcnt Ass't Saperiat. Asz't Superint. Ass't Superint. Ass't Suycriae for Recreatioo kr Openciuns Wr Plaaning for ACewiuntion °I9•a� • q9 �he Recrertion Divis;nn jK� �e aeighborhood and community reereazion.centers, piaygrounds, pools, b�aches, cvimcai/artsleavironmeatal programs, youth sports leagues, adult athletic leagues and accivicies, special evenrs, and specialized services for ceenage youth. Over 8,000 yaung people • pazucipated ia the I997 Yoath Sports Program which offen backetba]l, bazeball, sofrball, gymnastics, hockey, football, soccer, volieybalt, wrestiing and team tnnnic. ��rion, 2,500 youngsters ages 6-8 pazticipated in spoits fundamentai pzogass at the local pazk 1eve1. The bncrutinnc pivisinn • The Maintenence S%�*;�r provides regular maintenance to ovn 100 buildings. Over 3,100 acres of Nrf receive maintenance and care. Ali batl fields, wurts, swimming pools, and ice skating rinks aze maintained. � T_he Foresm+ Se�tion plants and maintains uees on city and public properties. Over 4,500 crees were planteQ on boulevazQs and in pazks in 1997. Since 1992, over 7,500 trces have been planted with funds from the Cery's Neighborhood Revitalization Pcogram. • The Environmental Section oversees the implementation of an EPA Cleanwater partnership gcant and is responsible for the improvement of wa[er quality in Minneapolis' lakes, rivers, and streams. This section provides environmental education and awareness programs on a city-wide buis. The Planninr Div4sitm pveneES the design and construction of patk facilities, plans for fucure projecrs, and facilitates citizen involvement in the planning process. Projec[s require exteasive colIaboration between the scaff of Planning and other divisions, cicizens, and Commissioners. 7'he Administrative Div�sion Provides integrated suppott services for the delivery of pazk and � rrcreacion program services to alt users of ehe system, These support services include personnel, informatioa and technology, finance, park police, and spccial services. To�ai Tax Supponed Funds for 1997 were 537.7 million. The Total Entezprise Fund waz 39.4 million and Other Fund Totals were $4.8K. The Park and Recreation System receives funding from fr,�eral, sta�e, and local sourers including federal granu, tegulaiive appropriuions, and funding from the Mectopolican Coancil. People for Parks is a private funding resource which acsists �he Park and Recreacion Board in special projeca. 1'he Position The Perk Superintendent is the Chief Fxecutive Officu and oversees the planning, direction, and implemen�etion of all programs and pol;c(rs af the Pazk and Recreation System toward the mission, goals, and objeaiva atablishad under the Pazk and Recrea[ion Board. Specific duties include: • Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures m the Board for their approval. • Prepare the annual budgec and documencacion for funding purposes. • Hire and supervise suff; plan staff assignmenu and review progress. • Work within the political framework of the City goveroment. Work with City staff, City Councii, • Councy, legislacon, and the Maropoliran Council. �rv� tc op 10•tiG r.� / ' , � • Assure that the mission, pJans, and direetion of rhe Pazk and Recreation Boazd is communicated to thc staff and d�e public. � • Prepaze reports and represent die Pazk and Recreation Boazd ac mcetings of the Ciry Counc�l and various state, fedecal and regional agencies, •�aluace and recommead new progcarac and initiatives. • Assist the Board in settinS S� �d P�ities and make modificatioas as needed. Bactcground and Experience Qualified caadidates for the Park Superintendeac will possess a four yar degree in business or pubtic administrarion, architecture, landscape azchitecture, planning, or a related field plus 10-15 years of progressive management experieace in a dirator or senior staff position. Executive Development Programs for Pazk and Recreacional Professionals.edncation is a plus. Preferred expueence includes: • Background in govemment or relazed field and euperience wprking with eletted officials. • Good working Icnowledge of pazk operacions, recreation programming, environmenta! rescoracion, and the provision of cultural and arts activives. • Suong prodiviry for operations and maintenance praaices. � � Significam euperience in labor negodations. • Supenrisory expecience within a large organiaation. • Experience in idencifying revenue sources and obtaining fundiag. • Knowledge of the principles of urban planning and an undersranding of the importance of parks and recreacion planning and programming. • E�perience working wi�ti a culNrally diverse population. � • Knowiedge of constsuccion practices retated io recreational fuilities� pta�elds, etc, L _J Q & Re � • y �� V � O G �� \�hr Q'e/ Manaaement Capabilities ag-� � • Have a high energy level and eajoy the chatlengc of accomplishing what may seem "impossibie" to some. • Be s�epportive of workiag with neighborhood organ'szations aad advisory boards. • Reach out w the ciry's diversified population and incorporate therc in all programs. • Eacourage scaff development and acconn�ability and acknowledge scaff achievemenu. • Be visible and approachable. Listen. � • Possess high pzofessional int�ity. � • Be visionary and see beyond the icnmediace. Chalienges and Priorities • Review [he Board's long range goals and objec[ives. Assisc the Board in establishing a clear vision for che Park and Recreation System for the 21st Cenrury. • Assisc the Board in implemen�ing their Work Plan, which is developed annually in December. i • Identify add;tionai sources of funding such as corporace parcnering, philanshropic organizaaons, and foundacions. • Identify s[rategies to provide desired services wi[hin a mature System, which con[inues to eapand. • Continue coopera[ive workine relaiionships with federal agencies, state agencies, the Metropolitan Council, and City agencies. � JHfV 1Z '99 16�43 P. 7 / ' � � � Anaouncemeat City of Minneapolis, Pazk and Recrearion Board Park Superintendent Yhe 'besr located, ben,hnanced, besr desig,red, ben mainrained, prrbl'u open sp¢ce in 1lmerica.' . - Alexander Garvin in U.S. News & R'odd Report, � lune 8, 1998 � The Mi�eapolis puk and Recreation Boazd seeks applicants for a Parks Sliperintendeni to o4e�see iu internationally rceognized, Nazioaal Gold Meda] awazd-winning park syscem. Kaown as The City of Lakes, Minneapolis bouts over 6,000 acrts of beau[ifully maintained parY land and a citizenry (popula�ion 370,000) thac enjoys iu parks. Wirh feanues such az the historic Minnehaha Falls, the Mississippi River, the Chain oi Lakes, 50 retreation centecs, five municipffi golf couna, and numerous savannahs and wetlands, the park syscem.meets a hoss of recreationa! needs and employs cutting edge environmenul prolection strategies. 'I'he Superintendent is responsibSe for a siaff of 600 fu11 t�me and 1,500 pazt time �mployees and a budg�t of S50 miilion. Candida�es must have a degree ia Pazks/Retteation, Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a related fieid plus 3aI5 yeazs management expetience in a d'ueews or senior s�aff posicion. Familiariry and comfon with a large, uhnicaliy and cultnral(y diverse urban seaing is a mnst. Candidates should have a working knowledge of the budget piocess, facliues maincenance, park operations, recreation programmins, youch/adult athletics, mvizonmental res�oration, open spacc/uaiS developmenc and �e provision of cuimral and ans activities. The Part Superiatendent repotu to an independently eleaed Boazd of nine m�anbers. Expttience working with public and semi-public organizations, wirh elected and appointed officials, as well ac a vack record af conseucus building is highly desirable. Staning safazy 585,000 w 595,000. Residency in Minneapolis required within six months. SenQ resume by 11/20/98 to: The Brimeyer Gruup Executive Search 904 Mainstreec, Suice 205 Hopkins, MN 55343 (612) 945-0246 - phoae (612) 945-0102 - fax E-mail: Briss�Gtoup�aoi.com Timetabfe 11R0/98 12l16J9$ Week of 1l4/99 Macch, 1999 • Deadline for Applications Presem Candidazes SnterviewslSelection Stazting Bate Tne Brimeyer Group, ��. EXECUTIVE SEARCH CONSULTANTS 904 Mainsveet q205 Hopkins, MN 55343 qq-a'° i � � �r�ra� �oaanc�a �cer�ic �tOtaar� � an p � c s� r�n ar,a Bamse� Cou 1621 Beechwood Ave. Sc Paul, MN 55116 651-698-4543 �wrva.fi endsoftheparl¢org President Pary R. Bolin Vice Presidents 7eanne Weigum Treasurer 7ames R. Bricher nireccors Craig Mdresen Liz Anderson Ann Cieslak Dan Collins Thomas T. Dwight Neil Franey William Frank Elaine 7ohnson Marilyn Lundberg Robett Nethercut Mazk M. Nolan Janet Olson Scott Ramsay Pierre Regnier Jerry Seck Mazsha Soucheray Vice President Emeritus Samuel H. Morgan D'uectoa Emeritus David Lilly Truznan W. Porter Ex Officia Dennis Asmussen Thomas Eggum Marc Goess Paul L. Kirkwold Greg Mack Vic Wi[tgenstein Executive Director and Secretary Peggy Lynch �`i-aD February 3, 1999 Members of the City Council: Thank you for this opportunity to address placing the position of Parks and Recreation Director in the unclassified service and the description of work, typical duties performed; knowledge, skills and abilities; and minimum qualifications of the Director of Parks and Recreation. The Friends have long supported the Division of Parks and Recreation elevation to department status. This would also necessitate that the Director of Parks position be unclassified, on the same level as other departments. After reviewing job descriptions for the Parks Superintendent position for Ramsey County, Hennepin County artd the Ciry of Minneapolis, we have some suggestions regarding the qualifications for the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates for the Park Superintendent will possess a four year degree in park administration, business or public administration, landscape architecture, or a related field (Master's Degree preferred) plus 10 to 15 years of progressively responsible experience in management/administrative capacity and at least ten years in the administration of parks and recreation. Knowledge of or experience in such areas as the iollowing is preferred; outdoor and indoor recreation planning; finance; budgeting; planning of natural resource programs for public use; program promotion and marketing; and development of programs for use by a diverse general public. The superintendent should have the ability to create a long range vision of what the park system should be He or she needs the ability to sell ideas and stand strong in promoting the needs of the park system. The new superintendent must have strong communication skills . We hope you will consider our suggestions. oR��NA� Refemed To Section 1. That it is appropriate to establish minimum qualifications for the Parks and Recreation Director position.. Council File # ��'1 Green Sheet # 62413 �� Committee Date 1 An Administrative Ordinance amending Cfiapter 21 of � � 2 the AdminisGative Code, artitled Officer's Qualifications \� C� ,� 3 by establishing minimmun qualifiptions for the unclassified ��,\� 4 positi� of Parks and R�on Director. �J,�_ � 5 Tf� COUNCII, OF Ti� C1TY OF SAINT PAUL DOES ORDAIN: � 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 � 15 16 1'7 Sectioa 2. That Chapter 21 of the Saim Paul Administrative Code is hereby amended by adding the following section to read: 21.08. Pazks and Recreation Director �� - � �� `� ,'�— marc, ec� — �� o (q� ORDINANCE ;l�Y OF SAINT PAUl, MINNESOTA The Pazks and Recreation Director shall have a bachelor's degree and five (5) years of public or private sector leadership or management ercperience worldng in or with large multifaceted service oriented organizations. Section . -- � d be in force 30 days from and after passage,ae�approval, and publication. one Requested by Department of: Office of Human Resources �: �'I��. �ti�-� h s�� Fo:m Approved by Ciry Attorney By: � ��v� �� 1 L IZ Adoption Certified by Council Secretazy ��: APPro�ed bY Mayor: Date � Approved lr r for� mission to Council BY: F:�CLASSVOHNISUPTORD. W PD Adopted by Council: Date �`'x�"°�"�"'+�°""""�` D"r� n'°'7"� GREEN SHEET xo.: 62413 a � � Iiuman Resources 12-23-98 ooxrwcrrESaoxtraoxg: '� 9 � �'8 7olm Hamihon 266-6470 ,�,n�rr nm �'� s mroo�, 7ohn Shockley 266-6482 � ,�� , � MIIBf BE ON COUNCII.AGFd�IDA BY (DATEj �Vln�G� )y¢ret�aec�V IZ "� `! 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Pazks and Recrearion Director On[ y+PCU � 1 � V �uks and Recreaiion D'uector shall have a b lor's degee and 3� rS � �j�(�✓) � years of public or private sector leaders p or management �,_ e�perience working in or with large mul ' service oriented organirations. 15 'Qeppc+s✓ �7 - - - .�� y� s 16 Section 3. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force 30 days from and after its 17 passage,aa�-approval, and publication. Requested by Depactment of: Office of Human Resources s �u,��' �� Sc/f ;� Form Approved try City Attorney �y.: l ��_�` � i d_ �Z Adoption Certified by Council Secreqry �' Approved by Mayor: Date � ORDINANCE OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA � v � � � � . � ,. .. � �� . . . � / s.�t� /� / F:�CLHS3WHCPSUPTORD.WPD Adopted hy Council: Date n�r�xxa�xp�c�covn,cu.. a�►xg n�a�.,.xsn aq ' � Auman Resources 12-23-98 GREEN SHEET No.: 62413 coxrecrrsesoxtrgor�: 9 � $�un�ts 7ohn Hamilton 266-6470 ,n�ean�,r na Z'� s ac.aw�a, Jolm Shockley 266-6482 ,� ,� a-23 � surrcr�e r�mmnt� (2 •� �$ MOSPBEONCODNCII.AGENDA BY(DA'IL� =OV1II�G sPaauttant.�cv mtewczta�vii�0.'m OIID� �?(A7R(G[N87� ��r _ � � ��q� TOTAL#OFffiGNATOREPAGES 1 (CLitALLLOCA7IONSFORBIGR�ATORE) ACiTON BFRiTE4CED: Request approved of an ardinance establisivng minimum quatifications for the unclsssified Parks and Recxestion Director position. nac�mnzcors:n��(e)Qa�ea(� rsesox,�r.�vicecorr►sucraasosr�sw�r�pou.ownvc�r�s: t. }L.misye�a.awtmamav,emsxs�thedma9�7 H.ANNIIIG W7�9.4SION Ya No CID � 2 HsdmpeamlL�asbama�mploym7 C1VII.�ViC80�53ION Ys No 3. 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