Director of Community and Recreation Programs of Cedar Falls steps down | New Policies

The city posted his work on Thursday morning.

Lillibridge is one of 20 city employees recognized as a “senior official”, most if not all of whom head a city department or division.

“The person will plan, coordinate, operate and manage the city’s recreation and fitness center, recreation programs, services and activities within the community development department, including water sports, wellness and sports for youth and adults,” reads part of the job listing. . “The position will oversee approximately 300 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees; supervising the Town Golf Professional and administering the contract; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public.

“The position exercises direct supervision over the Recreation Program Supervisors, Recreation Program Coordinator, Fitness Coordinator and Administrative Supervisor while receiving general direction from the Director of Community Development and providing highly responsible and supportive assistance. complex to the staff.”

Lillibridge’s replacement will be offered a salary between $73,441 and $91,801 with a full-time benefits package, but that person could later earn up to $119,342 a year, the job description says. .

March 4 is the last day that applications will be accepted.

According to Lillibridge’s LinkedIn page, he had been the Recreation and Community Programs Manager since October 2020.

Two weeks ago, he posted on LinkedIn about “looking for a new role.” Gaines said he submitted his resignation letter a few weeks ago.

“I have over 15 years of local parks and recreation experience, however, right now I am at a place where I am looking to start writing a new and next chapter in my professional life. I am open to all kinds of possibilities and can’t wait to see what the future holds,” he wrote in his LinkedIn bio.

He and his wife also co-own Triangle Lawn Games, “the nation’s leading lawn and party game rental company,” according to its LinkedIn page.

The precise reason for his departure was not immediately available. The Courier’s request for his letter of resignation was denied pursuant to Chapter 22.7 of Iowa law, city attorney Kevin Rogers said.

A voicemail requesting comment was left for Lillibridge but was not immediately returned.

Lillibridge’s predecessor, Bruce Verink, held the position for decades, Gaines noted.