Director of Recreation & Community Programs

City of San Luis; Window Rock (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Luis is seeking a Recreation Manager to lead the Recreation Division, overseeing programs, facilities, and staff. You will plan, implement, and evaluate community-focused leisure services, manage budgets, and pursue grant opportunities while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation or related field and five years of experience, with at least two in a supervisory capacity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation or related field is required.
• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in a Parks & Recreation environment, with two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Manage the operations, programs, facilities, and personnel of the Recreation Division to ensure effective, efficient, and customer-focused service delivery.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate recreation programs, community events, and leisure services that align with community needs, strategic priorities, and departmental goals.
• Develop, administer, and monitor division budgets; oversee revenues and expenditures, recommend fees, and pursue grant and alternative funding opportunities.
• Manage facility scheduling, program registrations, rentals, permits, contracts, and agreements to maximize facility utilization and enhance customer service.
• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with community organizations, schools, user groups, contractors, and other stakeholders to support recreation initiatives and services.
• Coordinate with City departments on facility maintenance, capital improvement projects, operational needs, and long-range planning efforts.
• Oversee recreation business operations, including software systems, procurement processes, inventory management, and customer service functions.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategic plans, master plans, departmental objectives, and organizational initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and operational standards to ensure regulatory compliance, risk management, and consistent service delivery.
• Respond to complex customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints, and represents the department in public meetings, community events, and stakeholder engagements.
• Prepare and present reports, recommendations, agreements, presentations, and other administrative documents related to division operations and projects.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate division staff; establish performance expectations, promote professional development, and foster a positive work environment.
• Monitor performance metrics, analyze operational data, and recommend improvements to programs, services, processes, and business practices.

Skills

Budgeting

Leadership

Public Admin

Program Development

Staff Supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation

Job description

The City of San Luis is seeking a Recreation Manager to lead the Recreation Division, overseeing programs, facilities, and staff. You will plan, implement, and evaluate community-focused leisure services, manage budgets, and pursue grant opportunities while ensuring regulatory compliance.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation or related field and five years of experience, with at least two in a supervisory capacity.