Recreation Superintendent

Recreation Superintendent

Salary

$95,000.00 - $134,209.00 Annually

Location

1530 McJohnson Avenue, Owensboro, KY

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

070-001-001

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

08/07/2026

Closing Date

8/22/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Responsible for management-level leadership of the Recreation Division within the Parks & Recreation Department. Duties include overseeing operations of major recreational facilities, programs, leagues, and special events, supervising staff, and ensuring safe, efficient, and customer-friendly recreation services for the citizens of Owensboro. Provides departmental leadership in the absence of the Director of Parks & Recreation.

Starting annual pay $95,000. Provided benefits include but are not limited to health insurance, group life insurance, wellness program, and CERS retirement administered by the Kentucky Public Pensions Authority. Paid time off includes vacation, sick time, and holidays (for eligible employees).

Examples of Duties

Primary Essential Function(s) may include but not limited to:

• Directs and oversees operations of facilities such as City Ice Rink, Jack C Fisher Park Complex, Dugan Best Recreation Center, Moreland Tennis Complex, Owensboro Tennis Complex, Kentucky Wesleyan Tennis Courts, Combest and Cravens Pools, and City Golf Courses.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationships with City departments, divisions, local churches, civic groups, schools, businesses, and service agencies.
• Oversees hiring and management of approximately 170 part-time/seasonal employees; conducts staff training and coordinates certifications.

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Recreation or other job-related field AND a minimum of 3 years paid work experience in Recreation (equivalent or combination of education and experience). Supervisory experience preferred. Valid driver's license required.

Required certifications (after hire) include Adult & Child CPR/First Aid, CPR/First Aid Instructor Certification, and Food Protection Manager Certification.

Supplemental Information

TO APPLY: Applications must be received no later than Saturday, August 22, 2026. Visit www.owensboro.org. Click "Join Our Team" and the position link. First-time users need to create an account as instructed. If you have questions or wish to confirm receipt of an application, call Brook Glass (270) 687-8540 or (888) 616-8540 prior to application deadline. Hearing impaired, call TDD/Voice (270) 687-4459.

The City of Owensboro is an Equal Employment

Opportunity Employer. EEO/AA-M/F/V/D

ADA accommodation may be requested by

calling (270) 687-8542.

Provided benefits include but are not limited to:

Health Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Retirement

Paid time off includes, but is not limited to:

Vacation

Sick Time

Holidays (for eligible employees)

Benefits are subject to change.

01

Do you have a valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Bachelors degree in Recreation, Education, Social Sciences, or similar field?

• Yes
• No

03

Are you certified in Adult and Child CPR and First Aid? (certifications required immediately after hire).

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you at least 18 years of age?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Bachelors degree in Recreation, Management or job-related field?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have a minimum of 3 year work-related experience in Recreation field?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have a Food Protection Manager Certificate (required within 30 days after hire)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Owensboro

Address 101 E. 4th Street

Owensboro, Kentucky, 42303

Phone 270-687-8540

270-687-8861

Website http://www.owensboro.org