Parks & Recreation Superintendent: Strategic Leader

City of Dallas; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dallas is seeking a seasoned Superintendent - Parks and Recreation to lead the division, drive strategic initiatives, and manage accreditation processes. The role directs land development considerations and ensures high-quality planning aligned with board priorities.

Responsibilities include overseeing real estate developments, performance measurement, and collaboration with directors to advance department goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Management.
• 7 years of strategic planning and project management.
• 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Texas Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs and decisions affecting real estate within Parks and Recreation.
• Guide short-, mid-, and long-term operations planning.
• Lead CAPRA Accreditation processes with NRA.
• Improve QA, performance measurement, and processes.
• Translate director priorities into projects.
• Provide customer service and coordinate planning operations.
• Represent program area at meetings and hearings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Parks laws

City policies

Safety rules

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Program planning

Data analysis

Report writing

Accreditation standards

Communication

Relationship building

Administrative reporting

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Management

Job description

City of Dallas is seeking a seasoned Superintendent - Parks and Recreation to lead the division, drive strategic initiatives, and manage accreditation processes. The role directs land development considerations and ensures high-quality planning aligned with board priorities.

Responsibilities include overseeing real estate developments, performance measurement, and collaboration with directors to advance department goals.