Director of Parks & Recreation - Visionary Community Leader

Rockdale County, Georgia; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockdale County is seeking a Director of Parks and Recreation in Conyers, GA. This full-time executive role oversees planning, organizing, and directing the County’s Parks and Recreation Department, reporting to the Board of Commissioners.

The incumbent will manage a broad range of programs, facilities, and staff to deliver public recreation services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least ten years of progressive recreation and parks experience,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree as listed or equivalent combination.
• Ten years of progressively responsible recreation and parks experience, with five years in supervisory role.
• Valid State of Georgia Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the budget and operational management of multiple divisions within the Department (Recreation, Parks, Tennis Center, Senior Services).
• Directs development and implementation of Parks & Recreation Master Plan.
• Plans, develops, and manages department budgets and monitors expenditures.

Skills

Budget management

Public works knowledge

Parks & recreation management

Leadership

Communication

Policy compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Parks Management, Public or Business Administration, or related field

Valid Georgia Driver’s License

Job description

Rockdale County is seeking a Director of Parks and Recreation in Conyers, GA. This full-time executive role oversees planning, organizing, and directing the County’s Parks and Recreation Department, reporting to the Board of Commissioners.

The incumbent will manage a broad range of programs, facilities, and staff to deliver public recreation services. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least ten years of progressive recreation and parks experience,