Parks Director - Unclassified (Open)

Parks Director - Unclassified (Open)

Salary

$252,179.20 - $315,203.20 Annually

Location

County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

D148E

Department

Parks Department

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/30/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

50A

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The County of San Mateo is currently seeking highly qualified applicants for the position of

PARKS DIRECTOR

Please view the online brochure for a detailed description of this position and instructions on how to apply.

Application/Examination

To apply for this opportunity, please submit the required application materials by clicking on the APPLY button above. Email submissions will not be accepted.

• Resume
• Cover Letter that is no more than 3-pages long that highlights the following:
• Why you are interested in this position;
• What relevant leadership experience you would bring to this role; and
• A recent and significant professional accomplishment that demonstrates your ability to successfully implement complex projects while navigating internal and external stakeholder relationships.

The examination process for this recruitment will consist of a Resume/Cover Letter Screening, and a multi-panel interview process which may include a writing component. Applicants must successfully pass the Resume/Cover Letter Screening to move forward to the interview process. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination.

Recruitment Timeline (subject to change)

Final Filing DateJuly 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM PSTApplication ScreeningWeek of August 3, 2026Panel Interviews (in person)Week of August 17, 2026Finalist Interviews (in person)Week of August 24, 2026

The Parks Director position is unclassified and is not governed by Civil Service Rules.

About San Mateo County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 770,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. The County of San Mateo is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

If you have questions regarding this position, please send an email to Lisa Yapching at lyapching@smcgov.org.

We invite you to explore our Benefits-at-a-Glance page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)

In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.

As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.

Employer County of San Mateo

Address County of San Mateo Human Resources Department

500 County Center, 4th Floor

Redwood City, California, 94063-1663

Phone (650) 363-4343

Website https://jobs.smcgov.org