PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
The City of Springdale, Arkansas is seeking a talented professional to lead and manage its full service Parks and Recreation Department. Springdale has a population of approximately 65,000 residents and is located in the fast-growing NW corner of Arkansas. The expectations are high, the demands will be significant, but our new Parks and Recreation Director will be joining a team that is dedicated and excited about the future and looking forward to meeting the challenges that lie ahead. The ideal candidate will be able to lead a large organization, possess expert knowledge of modern parks and recreation operations, excellent problem solving skills, fiscal management, and strong leadership skills. The successful candidate will also be an effective communicator with a positive interpersonal style and the ability to engage the full range of city and community personnel and groups he/she encounters.
Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited four year college or university, with a preference in Parks and Recreation or a related field, and 8 years of progressively responsible experience and a minimum of 2 years of management experience. A Master's Degree is desirable. The City of Springdale offers a hiring range of $58,509 - $73,136 dependent upon experience and qualifications supplemented by an outstanding benefits package. To be considered for this opportunity, please submit a cover letter, resume, current salary information, and five professional references by October 31, 2008 to the City of Springdale, ATTN: HR Dept., 201 Spring Street, Springdale, AR 72764.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
David W. Tritt Human Resources Director 210 Spring Street Springdale, AR 72764 Phone: (479) 750-8535 Fax: (479) 750-8559 Email: dtritt@springdaleark.org Website: http://www.springdaleark.org
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