Strategic Director, Parks, Open Space & Cultural Arts

Adams County; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Adams County is seeking a Director of Parks, Open Space, and Cultural Arts (POSCA) to provide strategic and operational leadership for the department's programs, facilities, and partnerships. The role requires strong financial oversight, capital planning, and a track record in public administration and parks management.

The Director will build a high-performing team, liaise with county leadership and external agencies, oversee budget execution, and advance open space initiatives while ensuring

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of increasingly responsible parks and open space management or public administration experience.
• Five years of supervisory and leadership experience.
• Education equivalent to a bachelor's degree in relevant fields; master's desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leads POSCA team, sets departmental priorities, and aligns staffing with county goals.
• Oversees department budget, staffing, equipment, and expenditures; develops performance metrics.
• Represents POSCA to other departments and outside agencies; negotiates issues.
• Develops intergovernmental partnerships and manages open space programs.
• Provides leadership to Adams County Fair and Open Space operations in coordination with staff.

Skills

Leadership

Public administration

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Staff development

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Policy interpretation

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration/Natural Resource Management

Master's degree desirable

Job description

Adams County is seeking a Director of Parks, Open Space, and Cultural Arts (POSCA) to provide strategic and operational leadership for the department's programs, facilities, and partnerships. The role requires strong financial oversight, capital planning, and a track record in public administration and parks management.

The Director will build a high-performing team, liaise with county leadership and external agencies, oversee budget execution, and advance open space initiatives while ensuring