Join Our Team as Assistant Director of Community Recreation Services!
Join Our Team as Assistant Director of Community Recreation Services!
"The Department Can't Assistant Direct Itself"
Are you passionate about community engagement, recreation, and making a positive impact? We're thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity to become our Assistant Director in the Community Recreation Services Division. If you're someone who knows how to infuse fun into everything you do, enjoys getting hands-on, and has a track record of implementing industry best practices, then we want you on our team!
Why Join Us?
Durham Parks and Recreation Department is a 100-year-old, nationally accredited team of 136 full-time passionate professionals, over 250 part-time team members and over 150 independent contractors devoted to building better lives and a better community through the power of parks and recreation. With an operating budget over $20M, our talented team is devoted to community service and provides a wide range of programs, services, opportunities, and experiences while being united through our core pillars.
Internally, we’re focused on strengthening our culture through inclusion and equity and having fun. We believe, regardless of job title, each of us has a voice, an opportunity to make a difference and to be a part of something great. Additionally, The City of Durham offers career advancement, a supportive workplace, competitive pay for performance and one of the best benefit packages you'll find anywhere.
As the Assistant Director, you'll spearhead program improvement and expansion efforts, ensuring that our community receives exceptional recreation services. We're looking for an individual who embodies authenticity, charisma, and exceptional communication skills.
Key Details:
Hiring Range: $95,049.00 - $123,546.00
Work Day/Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (some evenings, weekends, holidays required)
Minimum Qualifications & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in public administration or a directly related field
Nine years of progressively responsible related experience
Professional experience must include significant management and supervisory experience.
Additional Preferred Skills:
Experience managing recreation programs and facilities
Supervisory experience with full-time professional staff
Budget oversight experience
How to Apply:
If you're ready to join a team of dedicated parks and recreation professionals committed to enhancing lives and communities through the power of recreation, we encourage you to apply now!
To apply and learn more about this exciting opportunity, please visit our website. The deadline for all applications is April 4, 2024.
Share the Opportunity!
Do you know someone who would be a perfect fit for this role? We invite you to share this job posting with your network of qualified candidates. Together, we can continue to build a vibrant and thriving community through the joy of parks and recreation.
Thank you for considering this opportunity, and we look forward to welcoming our newest Assistant Director to the team!