Community Recreation Services Administrator

City-of-Springfield-; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave and holidays

Paid pension retirement

Paid health insurance

Supportive, innovative team

Job summary

The Springfield-Greene County Parks Department is seeking a Community Recreation Services Administrator to lead and innovate in our General Recreation Division. This role focuses on administering SPARC, Archery, and Outdoor Initiatives programs and shaping strategic plans for facilities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years of program development experience, with CPRP desirable.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a recreation, physical education, business management, facility management, event management, international affairs, environmental or conservation area or closely related field.
• Four years of experience developing and supervising recreational community center programs or related areas; substitution allowed year-for-year for education.
• CPRP certification is desirable; various licenses/certifications may be desirable depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the administrator for SPARC, Archery, and Outdoor Initiatives programs offered to the public.
• Lead strategic planning and program development for special-use facilities.
• Conduct data analysis to measure program performance and viability.
• Collaborate with citizens, staff, leadership, and Park Board members to enhance recreational offerings.

Skills

Program development

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation/Physical Education/Business Management/Facility Management/Event Management/International Affairs/Environmental or Conservation or related area

Job description

Are you passionate about parks, recreation, and community impact? The Springfield-Greene County Parks Department is seeking our next Community Recreation Services Administrator to lead and innovate in our General Recreation Division.

What You’ll Do:

• Serve as the administrator for SPARC, Archery, and Outdoor Initiatives programs offered to the public
• Lead strategic planning and program development for special-use facilities.
• Conduct data analysis to measure program performance and viability.
• Collaborate with citizens, staff, leadership, and Park Board members to enhance recreational offerings.

What You’ll Love About This Role:

• Creating engaging, inclusive programs for diverse community members.
• Making a lasting impact on health, wellness, and community connection.
• Working in a welcoming, inclusive, and award-winning park system.

Why Join Us?

• Generous paid leave and holidays
• Paid pension retirement
• Paid health insurance
• A supportive, innovative team environment
• And much more!

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield’s leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework®, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Experience, Education, and Training

• Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Business Management, Facility Management, Event Management, International Affairs, Environmental or Conservation areas or a closely related area;

AND

• Four years of experience in developing and supervising recreational community center programs, environmental/conservation education, tennis centers, agricultural development, school-park programs, safety and risk management programs, international affairs/cultural programs, or sports programs depending upon assignment;
• Directly related experience in developing and supervising related program areas may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Licensing/Certification

• Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP) is desirable;
• If operating a motor vehicle for the purpose of completing job duties, must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license;
• Certifications appropriate or typical to specific divisional areas are desirable;
• If assigned to Tennis, United States Professional Tennis Registry (USPTR) and or United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is desirable;
• Safety certifications are desirable based upon assignment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1605, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.