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Roundtables
This networking platform is for members to share challenges and issues they are facing and learn from peers from across Pennsylvania.
Job Center
A free service for members searching for a job or internship, or wishing to post a job opening for their organization.
Learning Networks and Districts
These resources provide additional educational and social networking opportunities based on interests or geographic region. These events can be found on the Calendar page.
- District 1 (Western PA)
- District 2 (Central PA)
- District 3 (Eastern PA)
- Administration (human resources, finance, planning) Learning Network
- Aquatics (pools, splash pads, swim lessons, etc.) Learning Network
- Athletics (tournaments, leagues, coaching, etc.) Learning Network
- Emerging Professionals Learning Network
- Facilities, Maintenance & Operations Learning Network
- IDEA: Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access Learning Network
- Programs, Summer Camps & Special Events Learning Network
- Therapeutic Recreation Learning Network
County/Regional Recreation Groups
In addition to PRPS Districts, some local park and recreation directors have created county-based groups for idea and resource sharing.
- Recreation Alliance of North Pittsburgh
- Westmoreland County Parks & Recreation Alliance
- Bucks County Recreation Council President: Monica Tierney, 267-274-1112
- Central Pennsylvania Park & Recreation Directors: Contact Tonya Brown, 717-691-4572
- Montgomery County Park & Recreation Directors: Contact Derek Dureka, 215-643-1600
- Chester and Delaware Counties Park & Recreation Directors: Contact Ken Lehr, 610-696-5266
Ticket Sales
This popular program provides tickets to amusement parks, zoos, aquariums, ski areas, and other attractions on consignment to participating departments, to sell to their residents at discounted prices.
Resources
Including past issues of our magazine, weekly e-newsletter, membership directory, grants and funding opportunities, and more!
Have Questions? Our PRPS Team is here to assist you! Contact us at 814.234.4272
New Podcast: Beyond the Park Bench
PRPS is proud to introduce its first-ever podcast, Beyond the Park Bench: A PRPS Emerging Leaders Podcast. This groundbreaking initiative is designed to bring professionals across the parks and recreation field together in meaningful conversation, sharing insights, experiences, and advice that can help shape the future of our industry. The first set of episodes is available now at https://rss.com/podcasts/prps-beyond-the-park-bench/.
The first set of episodes covers a diverse range of topics relevant to parks and recreation professionals at every stage of their careers. Some of the key discussions so far include:
- Managing Small Departments: Strategies and best practices for professionals working in smaller agencies with limited resources.
- CAPRA Accreditation: Insights into the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) process and its impact on departments striving for excellence.
- Career Growth in Parks and Recreation: Personal journeys from professionals who have advanced through various roles, sharing their experiences and lessons learned along the way.
- Wisdom from Seasoned Professionals: Interviews with two distinguished leaders in the field, offering their perspectives on career development and the evolving landscape of parks and recreation.
- Growing Teams in Aquatics: A look at the shift in the workforce and the need for new, creative methods to ensure adequate staffing for pools. This episode explores strategies to keep aquatic facilities thriving despite industry-wide staffing challenges.