Hempfield Township is seeking a creative, passionate, and dedicated individual to join our Parks & Recreation Team!

The Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation is a valued leader in the department, leading our recreational athletic leagues and programming, collaborating with our community partners, and overseeing the day-to-day operations of our facilities maintenance team.

Hempfield Parks & Recreation serves over 41,000 residents of Hempfield Township and provides over 100 programs annually. Our Recreational Basketball Program has over 600 registrants, and our Spring & Fall Soccer program serves over 300 children per season. The Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation will be challenged to grow our recreational athletic programming while balancing opportunities for children, adults, and seniors of all backgrounds and abilities. We value our partnerships with our community-organized athletic associations and hope to enhance our relationships to broaden recreational opportunities in the Township.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation, Tourism, Sports Management, Facility Management, or a combination of experiences in these disciplines. A combination of education and experience will be considered. The ideal candidate would possess strong organizational skills, a calm and collected demeanor, and be personable and eager to help the public. A background in municipal or non-profit operations is preferred but not required.

The Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation will be a part of a generational revitalization of our programs, processes, and facilities. Hempfield Park will have a newly completed Master Plan in 2023 and will experience continued growth beyond the over $5 million invested in the park since 2014. We are excited to have you join our team and be a part of our recreation renaissance in Hempfield Township!

The position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a benefits package including health, vision, and dental from the date of hire. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and township application to Aaron Siko, Director of Parks & Recreation, asiko@hempfieldtwp.org, by Friday, August 12, 2022 for consideration.

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