Parks & Recreation Director

JOB The City of Barberton is accepting resumes for a Parks & Recreation Director. This position is an exempt, unclassified position appointed by the Parks & Recreation Commission. The City is seeking a qualified Parks Director to lead the planning, development, and administration of parks and recreation programs and facilities. This position oversees staff and volunteers, manages daily operations, and works with the Commission to recommend and implement policies, programs, and projects. Responsibilities include supervising personnel, developing department procedures, preparing and managing the annual budget, monitoring expenditures, and overseeing program and facility planning, maintenance, and promotion. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of management practices, municipal government operations, parks and recreation administration, budgeting, and public relations, along with the ability to communicate effectively, analyze data, maintain accurate records, and build strong working relationships with staff, officials, and the public. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Recreation Administration, or Park Management, and certification as a Park and Recreation Professional by the National Recreation and Park Association. Minimum of five years’ experience working in a park and recreation field in a professional capacity preferred. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License and must be insurable under the City’s insurance policy. Cover letter and resumes must be received by May 26, 2026 and may be emailed to jiceman@cityofbarberton.com or via US Mail to: City of BarbertonHuman Resources Department576 W. Park Ave.Barberton, OH 44203330.848.6710ISSULTRATIVE DUTIES: 1. Plans, develops, and administers the City’s parks and recreation programs and facilities (analyzes or directs others to analyze new and existing programs, conducts or directs others to feasibility studies for new and existing facilities, promotes and directs others to engage in activities to promote existing facilities, plans or directs others to plan for facilities maintenance and repair, etc.); recommends policies, programs, and projects to the Commission and implements decisions of the Commission.2. Manages directly and indirectly the activities of department personnel and volunteers (assigns work, administers discipline, receives and responds to grievances or complaints, evaluates employee performance, approves or denies leave requests, etc.); develops policies and procedures within parameters established by the Commission; recruits, interviews, and recommends the hire of job applicants.3. Prepares annual budget request for parks and recreation department; monitors expenditures to ensure expenses do not exceed appropriations; approves or denies requests to purchase equipment and supplies; estimates costs for new programs or facilities; prepares records, reports, and other documentation (operational, financial, programmatic, etc.).4. Meets with elected and appointed officials, community organizations, citizen groups, etc.; in order to discuss parks and recreation related problems.5. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.6. Maintains required licensure and certification.7. Attends conferences, seminars, and other related programs.8. Performs other related or unrelated duties as assigned.9. Proficiently operates personal computer and has experience in Microsoft Office software; Excel, Word, Calendar, Outlook, PowerPoint.