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POSITION: Superintendent

DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation

AFFILIATION: Unaffiliated

SALARY & GRADE: Grade 18 – Salary dependent upon experience

PRIMARY DUTIES

This position manages an impressive and exciting Parks and Recreation Department with a year-round staff of 25 people, 40 parks, 21 squares and public places, over 900 acres of park land, 151 mowable acres, fence and irrigation systems and recreational programs including 50 summer camps, 3 swimming pools, an innovative summer fun program with 70 free concerts and events, and a total budget of approximately $2.7 million. The Superintendent works closely with all Division of Public Works Senior Staff to ensure that all Public Works projects are completed efficiently and within budget. This position manages all issues related to the Department, works on strategic initiatives and special projects, and reports directly to the Director of Public Works. The Superintendent represents the Parks and Recreation Department at all Board of Public Works, Board of Aldermen, Mine Falls Advisory Committee meetings, is responsible for management and programming of Holman Stadium and Stellos Stadium, and acts as the liaison to the Nashua School District, the Conway Ice Arena, and professional baseball teams. Also performs other duties as assigned and actively participates during winter events and during emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomy or Turf Management or Horticulture or Recreational Land Management with coursework in Recreation, Sports Management, and Business is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, other software applications related to the position, and have the necessary knowledge of GIS to function effectively. Must have experience in the maintenance of fields, development of recreation programs, and design and installation of playgrounds. Ideal candidate will have a track record of innovation, supervision, and have prepared and managed budgets in a similar size organization. Additional experience as a Tree Warden and in landscaping and horticulture is preferable. Candidate must be knowledgeable in the use and storage of pesticides and fertilizers and possess or acquire a Supervisory Pesticide Applicators License in Categories GI, GII within one year of acceptance of this position.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Submit cover letter, resume, and application at: http://applitrack.com/nashua/onlineapp/

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - Recruiting practices shall be consistent with State and Federal Law (9/9/20)

TOWN OF WEST BOYLSTON

Recreation Director

The Town of West Boylston is seeking a positive, multi-tasker, detail oriented individual for the position of Recreation Director. The individual will be charged with building a new Recreation Program for the town and will work under the general supervision of the Parks Commission, developing and supervising year round recreational, cultural, fitness and health programs for citizens of all ages, promoting interest in the programs and developing goals and objectives associated with monitoring the success of the programs. Requirements: high school diploma with one to three years of related work experience Familiarity with setting up a recreation department is preferred, but not required.

The position is scheduled for 16 hours per week with a monthly stipend of $1,000. Applications and the job description are available at the Office of the Town Administrator, 140 Worcester Street, West Boylston, MA 01583 or at HYPERLINK "http://www.westboylston-ma.gov" www.westboylston-ma.gov. Job application with resume and cover letter may be emailed to nlucier@westboylston-ma.gov or mailed to Town Administrator, Town of West Boylston, 140 Worcester Street, West Boylston, MA 01583. Deadline for receiving applications is December 21, 2020. AA/EOE

The Town of Lincoln is seeking a full-time Parks and Recreation Director for the administration of a comprehensive recreation program for the Town of Lincoln. This includes the management of 2 full time staff and numerous part-time / seasonal staff as well as an operating budget supported by a general fund, revolving fund and multiple gift accounts.

Responsibilities include the development, promotion, implementation and evaluation of recreational programs for all ages, oversight of the events subcommittee for town events, and management of all recreation facilities including parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, tennis courts and the Codman Pool.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Administration, Business Administration, or a related field, along with five to seven years of professional experience including program planning and administration, budgeting and accounting, supervision of full-time and seasonal staff, and recreational facilities management. Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certifications through National Parks & Recreation Association preferred. Experience with parks and recreation management software is highly desirable. Strong communications, public relations, marketing and customer service skills required.

Starting salary range is $76,444.33 - $88,619.57. Core department hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, with occasional evening and weekend hours. A detailed job description is available here.

Applications are due by Monday, December 28, 2020 at 5pm. Interested parties should submit a resume and cover letter via email to jobs@lincolntown.org or deliver to Daniel Pereira, Assistant Town Administrator, 16 Lincoln Road, Lincoln MA, 01773. AA/EOE

Location: Recreation Department, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Department: Recreation
Division: None
Job Status: Full-Time
Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri.
Hour Per Week: 40
Position Type: Permanent
Details: Salary range is $76,967-$93,554 per the Professional Management Association collective bargaining agreement

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