Cordova Recreation & Park District is looking for a Parks & Recreation Director.

Parks & Recreation Director

Closing Date:  July 5, 2026 11:59 PM Pacific

The Cordova Recreation & Park District (District) is seeking a Parks & Recreation Director to join our dynamic management team! We are an award-winning agency that thrives on positive relationships and partnerships in our community.

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the General Manager, assists in the overall leadership, management, and administration of District operations; plans, directs, manages, and oversees the programs, services, operations, and activities of the Parks & Recreation Divisions, including recreation and golf program administration, park and facility operations, capital improvement projects, landscape and open space maintenance, and the maintenance and oversight of parks, recreation areas, golf course facilities, and related buildings and infrastructure. Oversees departmental planning, budgeting, personnel management, operational effectiveness, and strategic initiatives; coordinates assigned activities with other departments, governmental agencies, contractors, consultants, and community organizations; collaborates on public outreach and community engagement efforts; and provides highly responsible, complex, and confidential administrative support and policy recommendations to the General Manager.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is an experienced, collaborative, and people-focused public sector leader with a strong background in parks and recreation administration, operational management, personnel leadership, and community engagement. The successful candidate will demonstrate a leadership style that values relationship-building, employee engagement, mentorship, transparency, and teamwork while fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture. This individual will possess strong organizational and communication skills, sound judgment, political acumen, emotional intelligence, and the ability to effectively lead and support diverse teams in a dynamic environment.

The PDF below has all the details!

Job Bulletin_Parks and Rec Director_06-03-2026_Final.pdf

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