Parks and Recreation Directors, Managers and Supervisors need to be on top of many different areas including programming, finance, operations, supervision, human resources, advocacy, and leadership.   We all could use some help. 

The Directors and Supervisors Roundtable is specifically designed for those in leadership who want to meet with their peers to share ideas and challenges, network, and learn with and from their peers.  Each DS Roundtable will feature an informative presentation on a common issue followed by a facilitated discussion with the presenter and among the participants.  Additionally, time is given each session for you to discuss topics, pressures, and dilemmas that you or your peers may be facing.  The DS Roundtable is geared specifically for those in a leadership position to learn from others and who need an open platform to discuss issues and brainstorm solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for leaders to expand their network and make connections with other professionals in the field.

Days/Dates

Thursday, January 26th - Virtual, 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Wednesday, March 22nd - Live and Virtual, Time TBA*
Thursday, May 25th - Virtual, 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Thursday, August 24th - Virtual, 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Wednesday, Nov. 15th - Live and Virtual, Time, TBA*

*Live sessions during the Annual Conference and Fall Meeting

Sample Schedule for Virtual Meetings

8:45 AM     Get online, network

9:00 AM      Presentation –  Determined by participant requests
                   Includes live presentation by topic/issue expert and participant Q & A period

10:00  AM    Hot Topics. - A PRPS facilitated discussion session where participants can share challenges, celebrations, and concerns.  This is an opportunity for all participants to share, vent, problem solve, and support each other.

10:30 AM     Wrap up. Planning for the next meeting
                    

Fees:

$25.00 each or $100.00 for all five - PRPS/NRPA/PSATS Member 

$30.00 each or $120.00 for all five - Non Member 

Course registration includes all presentations, discussions, access to recordings and shared materials. 

Who Can Benefit?

• Supervisors, managers, and leaders in the field who are interested in increasing their personal and professional knowledge. 

• Department heads and supervisors

• New leaders in the field

• Heads of small departments

• Seasoned leaders who want new ideas

• Professionals who want to share common issues with colleagues.
  

PRPS's Role

Dan Hendey, Education Manger for PRPS will host and facilitate this series of roundtables and tap into his years of experience in recreation and education to spark and monitor discussions regarding issues and topics that are currently affecting the field.  Presentations will be based on participant feedback and designed to provide all with information they can use immediately on their job.