Resolution 2006-015 i
COUNTY OF KENDALL )
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STATE OF ILLINOIS )
RESOLUTION NO. 2006 - 1 S
A RESOLUTION CREATING THE POSITION OF
CITY PARK DESIGNER
IN THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE,
KENDALL COUNTY, ILLINOIS
WHEREAS, the Mayor and City Council of UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE, after
careful consideration, have found and deemed it necessary for the benefit of the UNITED CITY
OF YORKVILLE to create the position of City Park Designer; and
WHEREAS, the job position of City Park Designer will have the duties and
responsibilities as set forth in the attached job description; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE THAT THE POSITION OF CITY PARK
DESIGNER IS HEREBY CREATED.
Said position will be directed by and report directly to the Community Development
Director. The job description for said position is attached hereto and is made part hereof as
Exhibit "A ". The hiring of a person to fill the said position should be subject to all probationary
rules and regulations as set out in the current Employee Manual.
This resolution shall become effective upon its passage.
PAUL JAMES MARTY MUNNS
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JASON LESLIE � JAMES BOCK
VALERIE BURD v� ROSE SPEARS ".
DEAN WOLFER JOSEPH BESCO
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APPROVED by me, as Mayor of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois,
this _� � day of O . .- ,,. , A.D. 2006.
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MAYOR
PASSED by the City Council of the United City of Yorkville, Kendall County, Illinois,
this day orw , A.D. 2006.
CITY CLERK
Prepared by:
John Justin Wyeth
City Attorney
United City of Yorkville
800 Game Farm Road
Yorkville, Illinois 60560
630 -553 -8570
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Department: Community Development
Reports to: Community Development Director
Status: Full Time, exempt
Salary Classification: City Park Designer
Position Description Overview
The City Park Designer is responsible for coordination of all city park design under the
direction of the Community Development Director. This includes design of new parks
and redevelopment of current city parks. Responsibilities also include building
relationships with local agencies, stakeholders, and allied organizations in the recreation,
alternative transportation, health and conservation fields.
Essential Job Functions
1. Serve as project designer for the Parks and Recreation Department on assigned
municipal projects involving parks, facilities, natural areas, greenways,
landscaping and trails.
2. Prepare planning concepts, construction documents, and reports for mini parks,
neighborhood park/playgrounds, community parks, sports complexes, and
waterfront parks.
3. Conduct special studies and prepare plans, reports, presentations and proposals as
directed by the Community Development Director.
4. Participate in the development of standards relating to park planning, trail
planning and natural resource programs.
5. Provide technical assistance and professional advice to developers, engineers,
architects and the public related to existing and future park and recreation
facilities.
6. Attend all regular Park Board meetings Park Board Meetings and work closely
with the Parks and Recreation Executive Director and Department Staff.
7. Assist with maintaining and implementing the City's Park and Recreation Master
Plan.
8. Perform other duties and functions as directed by the Community Development
Director.
Position Requirements
1. Knowledge of aspects involved in natural resource planning, including natural
systems, relevant federal and state law, and best management practices.
2. Proficient with AutoCAD 2000 or better software.
3. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
4. Highly organized and able to prioritize job assignments.
5. Ability to develop high quality graphics and reports.
Minimum and Preferred Experience and Education
1. Bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, urban planning, urban design,
parks /recreation, or related field; three (3) years of experience; or, an equivalent
combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties
of the job as those listed above.
2. Must possess a valid Class D driver's license.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that
may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them
from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment of the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer
and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and
requirements of the job change.