Deputy Recreation Director

City of Lafayette; Lafayette (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lafayette, Colorado is seeking a Deputy Recreation Director to serve as the operational leader of the Recreation Division, overseeing programs from the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center to childcare, older adult services, youth programs, and aquatics.

This role leads a team, manages complex budgets, guides strategic initiatives and capital projects, and builds strong partnerships across the organization and community to advance Lafayette's recreation vision.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Parks & Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field is required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 7+ years of progressively responsible recreation management experience is required.
• Ten years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the above.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership for Lafayette's Recreation Division, including operations of the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center, licensed childcare, and youth programs.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team; oversee division operations and complex budgets.
• Guide strategic initiatives and capital projects; build strong relationships across the organization and community.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Public administration

Education

Master's degree in Parks & Recreation Management, Public Administration, or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

CPRE designation desirable

Job description

The City of Lafayette, Colorado is a vibrant and welcoming community located near the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, just 11 miles east of Boulder and 22 miles north of Denver. Home to approximately 29,000 residents, Lafayette offers an exceptional quality of life supported by outstanding parks, recreation, arts, cultural amenities, open space, trails, and community events.

The Recreation Division plays an important role in connecting our community and enhancing quality of life through diverse programs, services, and facilities for residents of all ages. This is an exciting time to join Lafayette Recreation as the City prepares for a significant renovation and expansion of the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center.

Role Description

The City of Lafayette is seeking an experienced and collaborative Deputy Recreation Director to serve as the operational leader of the Recreation Division.

This position provides strategic and day-to-day leadership for a comprehensive recreation program that includes the Bob L. Burger Recreation Center, licensed childcare, older adult services, youth programming, fitness, aquatics, athletics, guest services, and other community recreation programs.

The Deputy Recreation Director leads and develops a talented team, oversees division operations, develops and manages complex budgets, guides strategic initiatives and capital projects, and builds strong relationships throughout the organization and community. The position will also have the opportunity to help shape the future of recreation in Lafayette as the City moves forward with the planned Recreation Center expansion.

We are seeking an accomplished recreation professional with progressively responsible leadership experience overseeing complex recreation operations, developing high-performing teams, and managing financial and organizational resources.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Master's degree in Parks & Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a closely related field and five years of progressively responsible recreation management experience, including at least three years of supervisory experience; or Bachelor's degree in a related field and seven years of progressively responsible recreation management experience, including at least three years of supervisory experience; or Ten years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE) designation is highly desirable.

The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and communication skills, sound judgment, financial acumen, a commitment to exceptional public service, and a demonstrated ability to inspire and develop others.