Assistant Director of Parks, Recreation

Assistant Director, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources DepartmentLive Connected. Live Well. As one of the fastest growing and most diverse towns in North Carolina, Morrisville offers employees the opportunity to work, live, and thrive in a community devoted to the essential values of dedication, innovation, courtesy, and integrity. Accompanied by market competitive compensation and excellent benefits, Morrisville is located adjacent to the highly sought-after Research Triangle Park (RTP) area of the Raleigh-Durham metro community. We continue to develop a team full of independent thinkers and doers who create positive outcomes through a culture of collaboration. Do you think differently and want to enhance the well-being of people who live, work, and play in your community? If you answered YES, then we invite you to read onWhat is in it for YOU? Just the highlightsMarket competitive compensation, reviewed regularly to ensure it remains top tierVacation accrual rate based on active Local Government Employees Retirement System (LGERS) or Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS) service.Town of Morrisville will accept any unused sick leave transfer from participating LGERS and TSERS employersA commitment to work-life balance, including hybrid work opportunities for applicable positionsIn just over 20 years, the Town of Morrisville has expanded its population nearly six times to over 32,000 residents. Our proudly diverse community is expected to reach full population growth in the next three to five years at approximately 35,000 residents. As our vibrant community begins an exciting transition to redevelopment recreation, greenways, sustainability, and well-being are all at the forefront of our planning process. With a median household income nearly double the state average, residents stay in Morrisville because of the superb quality of life. A proud recipient of the 2021 All-American City Award, we invite you to join our teamThe Morrisville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Department is nationally accredited and committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents through inclusive, innovative, and engaging recreational opportunities. With over 200 acres of parks and greenways, the department offers year-round programs in athletics, aquatics, fitness, and cultural events for all ages. Its mission is to enrich the community by celebrating local culture, promoting wellness, and preserving natural resources. As Morrisville continues to grow, the department remains dedicated to setting the standard for livable, active communities in the Triangle.As Assistant Director, you'll help lead the department's operations, overseeing key divisions such as athletics, aquatics, senior and youth programming, while managing staff, budgets, and strategic initiatives. You'll collaborate on long-range planning, ensure high-quality service delivery, and serve as Acting Director when needed.Some specific examples include (this is not an exhaustive list and is only for illustration purposes):Assists the Director in overall department leadership and serves as Acting Director when needed.Directly supervises key divisions: Athletics, Aquatics & Fitness (MAFC), Senior Programming (MSC), Youth Programming (CFCC), and Special Events & Cultural Resources.Oversees staff hiring, training, evaluation, and discipline.Monitors budgets and contracts, under final review of the Parks Director.Leads development and implementation of departmental goals, policies, and long-range plans.Coordinates special projects, including facility upgrades and master planning.Develops and enforces standard operating procedures and safety protocols.Prepares reports, presentations, and communications for Town Council, Senior Leadership Team, and community stakeholders.Ensures high-quality customer service and emergency response readiness across facilities and programs.Of course there are always the other duties as assigned categoryThe Must Haves (Minimum Qualifications)Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or ability to obtain within one year.710 years of progressively responsible experience in parks and recreation or public administration.35 years of supervisory or management experience.Set Yourself Apart (Preferred Qualifications)Master's degree in a related field.Experience managing budgets and contracts.Familiarity with long-range planning, facility upgrades, and community engagement initiatives.The Town of Morrisville recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Our Town has longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, religious belief or non-belief, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, national origin or ancestry, National Guard or veteran status, political affiliation, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected characteristics protected by law. The Town of Morrisville also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or as a result of other needs protected by law. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email HR@MorrisvilleNC.gov.