Deputy Recreation Director: Citywide Programs Lead

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 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.