Director of Citywide Services & Projects

The Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board (MPRB) is seeking a skilled Director to lead and oversee the Citywide Services and Projects Department in utilizing best practices for delivery of comprehensive services and support for the organization. Position oversees the department's budget and staff members in Citywide Services, Trades, Fleet, Horticulture, and Park Projects & System.
Work involves overall responsibility for planning, managing, directing, leading, and implementing goals and objectives that support the mission, goals, policies and priorities of the MPRB.

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, construction management, planning, business administration, or closely related field. Master’s degree preferred
• Work experience in project management involving the planning, design and/or construction of major public or private projects: at least seven (7) years
• Experience in leadership, management, and administration: at least six (6) years
• Experience supervising others: at least six (6) years
• Experience supervising unionized employees: at least three (3) years
• Experience supervising Trades employees: at least three (3) years
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that is relevant to the essential duties may be considered