Parks & Recreation Director

Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, the City of Folsom is comprised of beautiful parks and trails, family-oriented neighborhoods, and outstanding shopping, dining, and cultural options for visitors and residents alike. The City is renowned for highly ranked schools, a low crime rate, and a strong employer base. The City of Folsom’s Parks and Recreation Department offers endless opportunities for exciting, enriching activities. There are 48 parks and 50+ miles of paved recreational trails to provide ample opportunities to enjoy Folsom’s stunning natural setting. The City is seeking an enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and collaborative Parks and Recreation Director. The ideal candidate is a visionary that will encourage growth and development among staff. A fiscally prudent leader with proven professionalism and strong implementation skills is desired. The successful candidate is seasoned and trustworthy, and has a track record of excellent mentorship. Qualified candidates possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration, Parks and Recreation Administration, or a closely related field. Candidates should also possess five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible administrative or management experience in parks administration or general municipal administration that includes responsibility for budgeting, finance, program planning, promotional activities, operations, and/or maintenance functions. Possession of a Master’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, or a closely related field is highly desirable.

The annual salary range for the Parks and Recreation Director is $150,000 to $190,000. Placement within this range is based on qualifications and experience. The City also offers a generous benefits package. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Valerie Phillips at (916) 784-9080.

Filing Deadline: February 21, 2023