JOB LISTING

The City of Corona (population 153,649) is conveniently located 25 miles from Southern California family theme parks and 45 miles from local beaches and Los Angeles in western Riverside County. Corona is now seeking a new Parks and Community Services Director to oversee a staff of 22 full-time and 128 part-time employees and an adopted FY 2012/2013 budget of $11.8 million.

The Director is expected to monitor and stay informed of current trends in the parks and recreation industry, evaluate their impact on departmental operations, and recommend appropriate policy or procedural improvements. The Director is also accountable for the development, organization, and implementations of City recreation programs, including special events.

Any combination of education and experience supplying the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying; a typical candidate will have a bachelor’s degree with major course work in recreation, public administration, or a related field and seven years of progressively responsible experience in recreation and community services program development and administration. Candidates’ experience should include considerable supervisory and management experience.

The salary range for the Parks and Community Services Director is $139,140-$169,860; placement within the range is dependent upon qualifications. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please apply online at www.bobmurrayassoc.com.  Please contact Bob Murray at (916) 784-9080 should you have any questions.  Brochure available.  Closing date April 26, 2013. 

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