Assistant Parks & Recreation Director

Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Georgetown (TX); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Government Resources, Inc. is seeking a Parks and Recreation Director to administer assigned functions, assist with budget development, and support strategic planning efforts.

The role involves supervision of staff, policy development, and coordination of capital projects to align with city goals. The ideal candidate will lead with a clear vision, manage diverse programs, and present reports to the Director while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and long-term planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 7+ years in parks and recreation administration.
• Minimum 3 years in a supervisory role; ability to supervise staff and contractors.
• Experience with policy, budget, and program development.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations related to parks and recreation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director in directing assigned functions and programs.
• Provide supervision to divisions and staff; manage hiring and evaluation.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures and regulations.
• Evaluate and improve programs to meet customer needs.
• Manage capital project coordination and reporting to Director.

Skills

Delegating authority

Leadership

Budget development

Communication (oral & written)

Policy development

Program evaluation

Strategic planning

Project management

Problem solving

Data analysis

Staff supervision

Administrative reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation Administration / Public Administration / Business Administration

7+ years of experience in parks and recreation administration

3+ years supervisory experience

Equivalent combination of education/experience

Tools

Budget software

Grant research tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Under direction of the Parks and Recreation Direction administers and directs assigned functions and programs of the Parks and Recreation Department. Assists with budget development and administration. Assists in the development and presentation of long and short term strategic plans.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists the Parks and Recreation Director in providing direction and communicating the vision to the staff.
• Provides direct and indirect supervision to assigned divisions and staff; performs supervisory functions including recommending for hire, training, evaluating, counseling, developing and disciplining of assigned staff; supervises contractors.
• Assists in the development, implementation and maintaining of policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to parks and recreation; ensures compliance with all local, state and federal regulations and laws governing department activities.
• Assists the Director in evaluating and improving existing programs and services and initiating new services as required to meet customer needs.
• Manages and coordinates projects, schedules and special events with Parks and Recreation Managers and personnel.
• Make recommendations on park maintenance and recreation programming to Parks and Recreation Director.
• Responds to and resolves customer complaints, concerns and questions regarding the department programs, facilities, vision, policies and procedures.
• Provides project management for various capital improvement projects.
• Prepares reports and recommendations to Director concerning policy development, program development, staff development, department goals and objectives, etc.
• Attends various City board meetings, task forces and City Council meetings; makes presentations; presents agenda items in absence of Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, training and Experience Guidelines

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field. Seven (7) years of full-time progressively responsible experience in parks and recreation administration. Three (3) years of the required experience must have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of

• Parks and recreation development, implementation and management practices and techniques.
• Long- and short-range facility and open space development, maintenance and repair.
• City policies and procedures.
• Modern management and personnel principles and practices.
• Applicable safety rules and regulations to protect citizens and employees.
• Research, analysis, and application techniques for grant programs and funding.
• City fiscal management procedure, revenues and expenditures tracking.
• Recreational Risk Management.

Skill in

• Delegating authority and responsibility.
• Leading and directing operations, services, and activities of the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Developing and monitoring a budget; developing income and expenditure projections.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions.
• Reading manuals, journals, office memos, and reports.
• Leading the development and administration of departmental goals, objectives, and procedures.
• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Performing basic mathematical calculations.
• Analyzing programs, data, policies and operational needs.
• Prepare clear and precise administrative and financial reports.
• Developing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Identifying consequences of proposed actions and implement implementing recommendations in support of goals.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history upon contingent offer.
• CPRP certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.

Occasional exposure to weather, chemicals.

Hiring Range: $111,738.12 - $139,963.20, annually.

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