Description

JOB SUMMARY: This position description is intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed 
by the Director. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. 
This position plans, manages and oversees the activities, projects, and operations of the Parks 
and Recreation Department including recreation, parks, open space, and community center, with 
other City departments and outside agencies. This position provides highly responsible and 
complex administrative support to the City Manager’s office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Includes but is not limited to: 
Assume full management responsibility for all Parks and Recreation services and activities, and 
administers related policies and procedures. Supervision of all Parks and Recreation Divisions,
employees and activities.
Develops and implements Parks and Recreation goals, objectives, policies and priorities as 
identified in the Parks, Health, Recreation, Open Space and Trails Master Plan and other 
subsequent Master Plans and Strategic Plans. Adjust priorities to meet shifting long-range 
plans based upon Council and community direction. 
Leverages Parks and Recreation services management to support community and economic 
health. 
Forecasts staffing levels; monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of service 
delivery methods and procedures; allocate resources accordingly.
Strategically plans, presents, and administers annual budgets for Parks and Recreation in the 
General Fund and the Community Center Fund; monitors expenditures to ensure fiscal 
responsibility. 
Supervises all Parks and Recreation staff, either directly or indirectly. Ensures supervision of 
staff in performance of duties including assigning and prioritizing duties, reviewing and 
approving work when necessary, providing input on performance, reward recognition, and 
discipline issues. Directly oversees the Recreation Program Supervisor, the Community 
Center Facility Supervisor, the Aquatics Supervisor, and the Parks Supervisor. 
Assess and monitor workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting 
relationships; identify opportunities for improvement; direct and implement changes.
Serves as a member of the City’s leadership team. Collaborates with leadership team on 
projects, priorities, and vision for Fruita. 
Oversees capital projects within the Parks and Recreation Department from beginning to 
completion. With support from Engineering staff, serves as a Project Manager for Parks and 
Community Center capital projects. 
Represent the Parks and Recreation Department to other city departments, elected officials 
and outside agencies; coordinate Parks and Recreation activities with those of other departments, outside agencies and organizations. Serves as a representative on the Parks and 
Recreation Advisory Board, the Greater Grand Junction Sports Commission, and other 
boards or commission as assigned
Development and evaluation of programs and policies for implementation of departmental 
and City needs and goals.
Assess and monitor the City’s infrastructure to provide adequate levels of public service both 
for existing systems/networks and extensions/developments
Fosters teamwork across departments and the organization.
Represent the Parks and Recreation Department to the general public, coordinate/facilitate 
Parks and Recreation activities with public service needs Investigates resident complaints 
and responds to them for Parks and Recreation issues.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide staff assistance to the City Manager; prepare and present staff reports and other 
necessary correspondence.
Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay up-to-date of new trends and 
innovations in the field of parks and recreation administration.
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
Performs other duties as assigned by the City Manager

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major 
course work in. in Leisure Studies, Recreation Administration, Facility Administration, or 
closely related field. Master’s degree preferred. 
Experience: Six to eight years of increasingly responsible experience in parks and recreation, 
including four years of administrative or supervisory responsibility. Equivalent combination of 
education and experience may be considered.
Job Requirements: Valid Colorado Driver License. CPRP Certification and American Red 
Cross CPR/AED/First Aid certification required (or ability to obtain within 6 months of 
hire). 
Supervisory Duties: Supervision of Parks and Recreation and Community Center employees 
and activities