Salary Range: $50,000 - $96,000 per year
Join Our Team as the Director of Parks and Recreation!
Are you an enthusiastic leader with a love for the great outdoors, community engagement, and fun-filled recreation? Do you have a vision for vibrant parks, exciting programs, and a thriving community space? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
Why You will love This Job:
- Lead an energetic team dedicated to bringing joy and adventure to our community!
- Oversee beautiful parks, playgrounds, splash pads, and indoor recreation centers.
- Shape the future of our city’s recreation by developing exciting innovative programs and initiatives.
- Collaborate closely with the Mayor and City Council to create a lasting impact.
- Plan and execute annual recreational activities, ensuring fun for all ages!
- Manage budgets, grants, and community partnerships to enhance our parks and programs.
- Engage with the public and create opportunities for people to enjoy a healthier, happier lifestyle.
- Lead the charge in sustainability and environmental stewardship for our green spaces.
What We are Looking For:
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, college, or equivalent educational institution, with emphasis on recreation or a degree in a substantially related field.
- Strong leadership and management skills with a knack for inspiring teams.
- Experience in budgeting, project management, and community engagement.
- A love for collaborating with people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Creative critical thinking skills and the ability to think creatively.
- Certification as a Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.
- A valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
Your Work Environment:
- Mix office work and firsthand fun at our parks and recreation facilities.
- Enjoy working outdoors in all seasons, leading events, and programs!
- Occasional exposure to weather conditions, mechanical equipment, and community activities.
- Physical activity including walking, lifting, and setting up events - but always with a team to support you!
If you are ready to make a difference and lead our parks and recreation into the future, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us create a community full of fun, adventure, and connection!
Completed applications, resume and (3) references are due at the time of application and will be accepted until 3:30pm Friday, March 14, 2025, at:
- Streetsboro City Hall, 555 Frost Road, Suite #100, Streetsboro, Ohio 44241, between the hours of 9:00 am and 3:30 pm Monday through Friday only.
- By U.S. mail postmarked by 3/14/2025
- Or Email to SLockhart-Reese@cityofstreetsboro.com.
For additional details of the position, please visit our website at https://www.cityofstreetsboro.com/local-job-opportunity. For our online application, please click on the following link: https://www.cityofstreetsboro.com/employment-application.
Shawna Lockhart-Reese, Human Resources Manager
City of Streetsboro
9184 St. Rt. 43
Streetsboro, OH 44241
(330) 626-4942
slockhart-reese@cityofstreetsboro.com
www.cityofstreetsboro.com