Parks & Recreation Director: Lead Parks, Programs & Partnerships

County of Culpeper; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Culpeper seeks a seasoned senior leader to supervise the Parks and Recreation Department, directing staff, budgeting, and program development. The role focuses on delivering high-quality leisure, recreational, and sports opportunities while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

You will develop master plans, coordinate with committees, and build partnerships with agencies and the public to enhance residents' quality of life and support county goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration or related field with 7+ years managing recreational programs, facilities, and parks.
• Satisfactory results of a criminal history background check and child abuse clearance.
• Extensive knowledge of local, state, and federal laws governing recreational programs and public parks.
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and staff supervision capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, coordinates, and directs activities of the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Directs the development and training of personnel, ensuring proper induction, orientation and training.
• Direct the preparation, review, and administration of the Parks & Recreation annual budget; prepare estimates analyses for budgets.
• Develops the parks master plan and oversees park and recreation development plans.
• Develop and implement marketing and public relations plans; foster partnerships with agencies and community groups.
• Lead and direct the County's Sports Tourism Initiative in tournament/event recruitment, planning, and operation.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Public relations & communications

Staff supervision

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration or related field

Job description

County of Culpeper seeks a seasoned senior leader to supervise the Parks and Recreation Department, directing staff, budgeting, and program development. The role focuses on delivering high-quality leisure, recreational, and sports opportunities while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

You will develop master plans, coordinate with committees, and build partnerships with agencies and the public to enhance residents' quality of life and support county goals.