Research Paper on:
Small Town Recreation Director Functions

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the budget is comprised of and more. Includes information on the fundraising and event planning that is necessary for this position. DIRECTOR OF RECREATION The Director of Recreation  in any small community has a multitude of jobs that he or she must fulfill. Many small communities combine several positions into one because of budget issues. Taking  a position in a small community can be very rewarding considering the more laid-back attitude and less harried lifestyle of the large metropolitan areas. While these smaller communities oftentimes  cannot pay what the bigger ones can, the benefits one receives in other ways can be just as rewarding. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Normally a bachelors degree in parks and recreation  management is a minimum requirement. Usually for a position as Director of Recreation a community will require previous experience as well. Many communities, even the smaller ones, will  require experience not only in the parks department area but also will require several years of supervisory experience and several years of administrative experience. In some cases additional education  can be substituted for some of the years of experience that are required. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES While many individuals who are considering this line of work feel that  this is a job that would be easily fulfilled, it might be well to do a little more research into what the requirements can actually entail. Some communities will  require knowledge of landscape design and plant management; budgeting and finance acumen; excellent writing and grammar skills and very importantly, people skills. For those who think this will be a  totally outdoor or recreational type job, they had better think again. Not only is the Director of Recreation responsible for the recreational activities in the community, but this individual