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Assistant Director of Park Services - Chicago Park District - Chicago, IL

Assistant Director of Park Services 
Chicago Park District
Chicago, IL

JobID: 2740
Closing Date: 05/20/2016
Location:South Shore Cultural Center

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS
Under direction, assists the Director in the management of the department. Performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Assists in developing and monitoring the budget. Monitors the performance of outside contractors. Works with the Director to identify opportunities to increase revenue and improve services. Prepares reports on the status of the department. Assists in the selection of contractors and oversees the administration of contracts. Ensures compliance to contracts. Together with the Director, serves as a liaison to contractors. Interfaces with those who have applied for and taken out permits and park patrons. Oversees and monitors customer satisfaction and resolves customer concerns and issues.

DESIRABLE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience:Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field supplemented by one to three years experience managing varied operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of organization management principles and practices. Knowledge of human resources management. Ability to prepare and monitor budgets. Effective communication skills both written and oral. Supervisory skills.

2016 SALARY RANGE: $70,564 - $73,558