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FW: Park & Natural Resources Manager - Chico, CA
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Daniel Gluesenkamp
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Oct 07, 2009 10:01 PDT
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Park & Natural Resources Manager
Chico CA
Ideal Candidate: The Park and Natural Resources Manager is expected
to work closely with the General Services Director and City Manager
on a variety of complex resource management and park use issues. The
person holding this position must be able to work effectively with
diverse public input while developing new or implementing existing
management programs and plans. Effective communication skills are
essential.
Desired Qualifications:
Knowledge of: Principles and practices of public administration
including budget, personnel and park master planning ; materials,
equipment and techniques used in park and golf course construction
and maintenance; native and ornamental plants used in parks and
landscaping; plant pests and diseases and methods for their control
and eradication; laws, ordinances and regulations governing park use;
care and maintenance procedures for the full scope of park plants,
trees and lawns; basic concepts of range and wildlife management;
basic construction andrepair methods of park buildings and
facilities; record keeping and report writing methods; principles of
supervision, training and evaluation.
Ability to: Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in
writing; plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the work of
subordinates; prepare and administer the annual budget and perform
long-range financial planning; develop and maintain appropriate
records systems and to write accurate reports from assembled data;
establish and maintain effective working relationships with
employees, other City officials and the general public.
Experience: Five years of professional experience in administration
and management of public programs and/or facilities, or in the
design, operation and maintenance of park and recreation facilities,
preserves and open space including two years of supervisory
experience.
Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited
college or university with major course work in business, public or
parks administration, landscape architecture, resource management,
horticulture, or other job-related field. A Master's Degree is
desirable. Extensive qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of
the required degree.
Additional Requirement: A valid California Driver License is required
prior to employment. Drug screening will be required as part of the
pre-employment background process.
Salary: Up to $8,354 per month, with an additional merit range
maximum salary up to $10,025, based on performance.
Application Process: For more information, or to apply online, visit
us online at www.ci.chico.ca.us (Click on Human Resources > Job
Opportunities). The final closing date is Friday, October 23, 2009.
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