Summary

The Director of Parks and Recreation oversees County recreation programs, parks, and facilities. This role manages staff, budgets, and community events to ensure quality services and effective operation of County recreational resources.

Essential Duties

• Manage, direct, supervise, and coordinate various recreation programs and special events for County residents, including the maintenance of parks and related facilities
• Manage a budget of 1.8 million dollars, provide support staff for all events, full-time and part-time
• Supervise all activities at Redwood Community Playhouse, which is the location of the County Senior Center
• Supervise the maintenance of the County Golf Course
• Develop and negotiate permits for the various facilities
• Develop and implement Department policies and procedures for each Park
• Review and approve manuals, reports, flyers, press releases, and schedules provided by staff
• Promote and publicize recreation programs and activities such as the Delaware County Summer Festival

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management or a related field
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Computer Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams).

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee may occasionally need to walk, stand, bend at the waist, climb stairs, or lift and move items. Work may include indoor and outdoor environments and requires presence at recreation sites and events.

Contact

To apply, please go to Neo.gov.