Company
Allegheny County
Location
Pittsburgh, PA
Close Date
11/17/2024
Details
Position Title: Director (Parks and Recreation)
Salary: $130,000- $136,325 per year commensurate with experience.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the County Manager, the Director of Parks and Recreation provides strategic leadership, vision, and direction to the award-winning Allegheny County Parks system. Implementing policies of the elected County Executive and collaborating with the Allegheny County Parks Foundation, the director will engage, develop and invest in innovative park improvements, projects and programming.
Both external and internal engagement include elected and appointed officials, civil servants, union members, potential funders, and volunteer leadership to craft strategic objectives. With a staff of approximately 185 full-time and 700 temporary employees, they oversee an annual operating and capital budget of over $35 million.
The Office of Parks and Recreation is responsible for the executive management of the highly diverse services and operations of the Allegheny County Park’s Department.
This department works closely with and coordinates efforts of public safety and security in partnership with the Allegheny County Police and works closely with the Departments of Public Works and Facilities Management to manage facilities within our parks.
Overview:
With over 12,000 acres spread over 9 county parks, our system attracts 23 million visitors a year! Allegheny County Parks maintains a wide variety of facilities and destinations within our system and offers numerous and varied recreational and program activities and events, providing year-round opportunities to enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors.
How to Apply:
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Contact Name
Julia Ugrin