Parks & Recreation Division Director

Dallas City Hall

Dallas (TX)

On-site

USD 94,000 - 117,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Dallas City Hall seeks a Superintendent for Parks and Recreation to lead the division, translating Director directives into programs and projects. You will direct strategic planning, accreditation efforts, and department-wide performance initiatives, ensuring high-quality customer service and compliance with regulations.

You will supervise managers and collaborate across divisions to grow the park system, manage land assets, and monitor budgets and revenue streams while representing the

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree required in Accounting, Finance, or Management.
  • 7 years of strategic planning and project management experience; 4 years supervisory experience.
  • Texas Driver's License required.
  • Equivalency rules allow alternative combinations of education/experience to meet requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee implementation of strategic initiatives for the Parks and Recreation Department.
  • Manage real estate development across the park system and oversee revenues and land acquisition.
  • Administer CAPRA Accreditation process and ensure compliance with NRPA standards.
  • Lead performance measurement, quality assurance, and process improvements.
  • Represent the department in meetings, hearings, and board activities.

Skills

Strategic planning
Project management
Supervisory experience
Communication
Report preparation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management

Job description

Dallas City Hall seeks a Superintendent for Parks and Recreation to lead the division, translating Director directives into programs and projects. You will direct strategic planning, accreditation efforts, and department-wide performance initiatives, ensuring high-quality customer service and compliance with regulations.

You will supervise managers and collaborate across divisions to grow the park system, manage land assets, and monitor budgets and revenue streams while representing the

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