Parks Division Director

loganutah; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Logan Parks and Recreation Department seeks a full-time, exempt Parks Division Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Parks Division under limited supervision. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience, including supervisory responsibilities, with Utah CDL and pesticide licensing within the first year.

Applicants with a Utah General Contractor's license may receive preference.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Parks Management, Recreation, Horticulture, Construction Management, or a closely related area is required and must be accompanied by five years of full-time landscaping/grounds maintenance work.
• Five years of full-time supervisory experience is required.
• A valid Utah Commercial Driver's License is required.
• Must possess or obtain a Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License within the first year of employment.
• Preference may be given to applicants with a Utah General Contractor's license.

Responsibilities

• Plans, coordinates, assigns, and reviews staff activities in parks/grounds maintenance and related projects.
• Oversees budgets, bid specs, contracts, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinates with state, federal, and local agencies and other city departments on joint projects.
• Supports planning and development of parks, trails, and facilities; participates in master planning and community meetings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Parks Management, Recreation, Horticulture, Construction Management, or closely related area

5 years full-time landscaping/grounds maintenance experience

5 years supervisory experience

Valid Utah Commercial Driver's License

Non-Commercial Pesticide Applicator's License (within 1 year)

Utah General Contractor's license (preferred)

Job description

City of Logan Parks and Recreation Department seeks a full-time, exempt Parks Division Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate the activities of the Parks Division under limited supervision. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience, including supervisory responsibilities, with Utah CDL and pesticide licensing within the first year.

Applicants with a Utah General Contractor's license may receive preference.