Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation

Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation

Salary

$103,553.16 - $155,329.74 Annually

Location

Rowlett, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2026-00203

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Parks Administration

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/30/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Exempt

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

This position will begin after October 1, 2026.

Hiring Range: $103,553.16 - $129,396.45 (Depending on qualifications)

Full Salary Range: $103,553.16 - $155,239.74

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Performs high-level supervisory duties managing staff and daily operations of the Recreation, Athletics and Buildings & Grounds Divisions of the Parks & Recreation Department. Coordinates assigned activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies and the public; works with the Director of Parks and Recreation to prepare division budgets in compliance with rules and regulations of the City and supervises department financial sustainability matters; provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director of Parks & Recreation. Serves as Director of Parks and Recreation in the absence of the Director

Essential Job Functions

An employee in this class performs a variety of administrative and professional duties supervising the divisions of Recreation, Athletics/Aquatics and Parks Maintenance within the Parks and Recreation Department. The employee manages staff, develops and implements long-range and short-term goals, oversees daily work operations of Supervisors and Superintendents, and recommends changes to programs, services, policies and procedures, as needed. The Assistant Director is responsible for the selection, training, appraisal, and supervision of regular and part-time employees. Employee is subject to hazards in parks and recreation work including working in both inside and outside environments. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Parks and Recreation.

Responsible for the management and administration of Department recreation, athletics and aquatics programs and services, and the administration and management of Parks Maintenance division. Position coordinates communication between staff for the efficient delivery of services.

• Analyzes program evaluations to ensure program and activity offerings meet the needs and desires of the full community; revises programs as needed.
• Assists with overseeing maintenance operations in the areas of landscape and grounds, parks and facilities.
• Assists with the development and administration of a preventive maintenance plan and capital asset depreciation and replacement schedules.
• Assures parks and facilities are safe for public use through the supervision and oversight of regular inspections, and preventive and ongoing maintenance.
• Develops, prepares, and justifies a budget for areas of responsibility. Controls and accounts of the expenditure of funds in accordance with the approved budget. Ensure revenue goals are met.
• Recommends charges for fee-based programs based on cost recovery goals.
• Oversees the Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Programs and projects from design through construction
• Serves as Department Liaison to the Community Development Department and the Development Review Committee.
• Assists with the recruitment, selection, and supervision of quality Parks & Recreation Department personnel. Plans, organizes and guides the work of professional and support staff.
• Performs or assists subordinates in performing duties, adjusts errors and complaints
• Effectively promotes and represents the Parks and Recreation Department in the community.
• Using excellent customer service skills, establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and all members of the public.
• Responds to inquiries about programs made by telephone, correspondence, or during public meetings
• Coordinates, schedules, and maintains related records and statistics for programs and personnel.
• Communicates official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the public.
• Responsible for updating or revising existing policies and procedures to accommodate the changing needs of patrons.

Performs other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential function of this position, as is the ability to create and maintain professional, harmonious working relationships with others.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration or related field. Masters Degree preferred. Six years progressively responsible work experience in the public administration field, including three years supervising a division of parks and recreation or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Diverse background experience in parks maintenance operations, aquatics, athletics and recreation, preferred.

Considerable knowledge of recreation philosophy, planning, and administration. Considerable knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations, and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation and maintenance program. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, participants, instructors, community partners, and the public. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Ability to plan and supervise the work of paid staff and volunteers. Ability and willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Other Requirements

A valid Drivers License is required and ability to maintain city driving standards in accordance with the driver standards as established by the City of Rowlett. Must report all traffic citations to his/her departmental Director or his/her designee pursuant to city policy.

Certified Parks and Recreation Professional must be obtained within one year of hire. Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary depending on programs on schedule.

Works primarily in climate-controlled office environment with occasional exposure to weather conditions. Physical demands are primarily sedentary in nature requiring little physical effort in working with light, (up to 20 lbs.) and occasional lifting of objects weighing 50 lbs. Walking, standing, reaching, and bending also required.

The City of Rowlett is proud to support a healthy work/life balance by offering a 4-day work week, with standard business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., depending on departmental schedules.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes vacation, holiday, and sick leave, along with medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.

To support our employees' long-term financial goals, the City participates in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), featuring a generous 2:1 match.

For a more detailed overview of our benefit package, please visit our Benefits Page.

01

Do you have a current Texas drivers license? (Your driving record will be considered to the extent that you will drive a City vehicle or conduct City business in your personal vehicle).

• Yes
• No
• No, I do not have a Texas drivers license, but I will be able to obtain within the first 60 days of employment. (For out of state applicants)

02

Please select your highest level of education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

03

Please indicate the field of study for your Bachelors Degree or higher.

04

How many years of progressively responsible work experience do you have in the public administration field?

• Less than 6 years
• 6-7 years
• 8-9 years
• 10 or more years

05

How many years of experience do you have supervising a division of parks and recreation or a closely related operation?

• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 4 years
• 5 or more years
• No supervisory experience

06

Please select the areas in which you have professional work experience. (Select all that apply.)

• Parks maintenance operations
• Aquatics
• Athletics
• Recreation programs and operations
• Parks CIP Projects
• Parks and Recreation Master Planning
• None of the above

07

Do you currently have a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification, or are you able to obtain the certification within one (1) year of hire?

• Yes, I currently have the CPRP certification
• No, but I am able and willing to obtain it within one (1) year of hire
• No, and I am unable to obtain it within one (1) year of hire

08

Are you able and willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary based on scheduled programs and operational needs?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Rowlett

Address 4002 Main Street

Rowlett, Texas, 75088

Website http://www.rowlett.com