Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation

Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation: The City of Leavenworth is seeking qualified applicants to oversee the year-round comprehensive parks and recreation program for the citizens of Leavenworth and assisting the Parks and Recreation Director in department management. This position provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Parks and Recreation Director.  Contacts involve non-routine problems and may require in-depth discussion in order to resolve problems.  Interaction is direct with citizens, other departments of the city and other government agencies.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation Administration, Park Resources Management, Recreation Management, or related field and a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in parks and recreation management, grounds and facility management or related field; OR Associates degree in a related field and a minimum of ten (10) years of increasingly responsible experience in parks and recreation management, grounds and facility management, or related field. Minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory capacity. Must possess, or obtain within 90 days, First Aid and CPR certification and maintain during employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license and meet insurability standards under fleet insurance policy.

Starting Salary Range: $74,968-$93,710 plus excellent benefits package

For a detailed position description and application go to www.leavenworthks.gov/jobs. If qualified, please apply in person at the Leavenworth Workforce Partnership, located within the KCKCC Pioneer Career Center at 1901 Spruce St. in Leavenworth, email your application to humanresources@leavenworthks.gov or visit the HR office at 100 N. 5^th St. in Leavenworth. Position is Open Until Filled. EOE/AA