State Bureau Administrator 18 - Parks and Recreation Division Chief

Job Description

This position serves as the Chief of the Parks and Recreation Division. As such, the position oversees the planning, development, implementation, and management of statewide programs for the Parks and Recreation Division to manage state parks, recreation areas, state forest campgrounds, trails, boating access sites, waterways, harbors, and to help implement the department’s mission. The position is responsible for the overall performance, effectiveness, supervision, and administration of the division, including:

• Direct and oversee division programs and personnel.
• Responsible for an annual budget of approximately $200 million and the management of 700 career and 1,300 non-career employees.
• Provide leadership and collaboration to direct and administer programs for the department as a member of the department’s Resource Bureau and Management Team.
• Maintain good working relationships with internal divisions, external stakeholders, boards and commissions, the Michigan Legislature, universities, and constituent groups throughout Michigan.

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
• Two years of professional managerial experience.

Certified Park and Recreation Professional desired.

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