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which will keep the public informed on the recreational facilities and activities available to them. D. Develops and maintains sound community relations to assure a good image for the department and the City, including advice to various civic clubs and organizations for the coordination of community projects. E. Reviews and evaluates innovative concepts and approaches in park planning, design, construction and maintenance and informs City staff, Park and Recreation Commission, and City Council of such concepts in a timely fashion. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities ^ Ability to communicate effecxively, both orally and in writing. ^ Ability to research and conduct studies related to park and recreation trends and issues and update plans accordingly. ^ Ability to manage several projects at one time and to organic personnel for high levels of productivity. ^ Ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of park-related interest groups. ^ Ability to supervise staff and motivate employees to work to their full potential. ^ Ability to remain up to date on professional knowledge and skills. ^ Ability to organize and guide public policy discussions that apply to parks, trail, and recreation matters. ^ Ability to positively engage the public in ways that build constituent use and ownership of park and recreation programs and facilities. ^ Skill in conflict resolution and the ability to manage departmental issues and inter- jurisdiaional matters fairly. ^ Knowledge of design and landscaping principles for public parks, trails, parkways and facilities used for recreation. ^ Knowledge of municipal park organizations and operational procedures as they relate to Parks and Recreation. ^ Knowledge of Mirmesota State regulations as they relate to Parks and Recreation. Minimum Qualifications ^ Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Natural Resource Management, Landscape Architecture, Ecology, Forestry, Geography, Biology, Environmental Studies, Planning, Parks or related field. ^ Minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in developing parks and trails, supervising recreation programs, and developing constituencies for park and recreation facilities. ^ Demonstrated experience working with volunteers, youth associations, or citizen groups. ^ Familiarity with natural resource management, including sensitive ecosystems, comprehensive park and land use planning and the role of public spaces in developing a sense of community. ^ Grant writing experience Preferred Qualifications ^ Master's Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration, or closely related field with job experience in the field of Parks and Recreation that indicates an increase in responsibility. ^ Registered as a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional. Page 3 Park and Rec Du Pos Des 3 03 04