(A) The Park Board may appoint a Superintendent of Parks and Recreation. The Park Board may not consider political affiliation in the selection of the Superintendent. The Superintendent must:
(1) Be qualified by training or experience in the field of parks and recreation; or
(2) Have a certification or an advanced degree in the field of parks and recreation.
(B) Under the direction of the Board, the Superintendent shall:
(1) Propose annually a plan for the operation of the Department;
(2) Administer the plan as approved by the Board;
(3) Supervise the general administration of the Department;
(4) Keep the records of the Department and preserve all papers and documents of the Department;
(5) Recommend persons for appointment as assistants if the Board determines there is a need;
(6) Appoint the employees of the Department, subject to the approval of the Board, according to the standards and qualifications fixed by the Board and without regard to political affiliation;
(7) Prepare and present to the Board an annual report; and
(8) Perform other duties that the Board directs.
(Ord. 2024-02, passed 7-9-2024)