The City of Oklahoma City, OK is looking for its next Recreation Manager with OKC Parks.  OKC Parks is moving into a new and exciting era for the Department. With a new executive team in place, a superb staff of professionals, a vast inventory of current recreation assets, a new multigenerational center, and over $215 million in capital improvements on the horizon, OKC Parks is poised to redefine its position within the community and the Parks and Recreation industry. The Department is a large, dynamic, and complex department is comprised of approximately 186 full-time employees, has an annual operating budget of $36 million, and provides the recreational needs of a culturally and socioeconomically diverse community spread over 620+ square miles.  OKC Parks is organized into five divisions: Administration; Grounds Management; Natural Resources; Public-Private Partnerships; and Recreation, Health, and Wellness.  The department manages and oversees over 170+ parks, 90 miles of multi-use trails, 11 recreation centers, 17 splash pads, 5 family aquatic centers, 5 golf courses, 4 skate parks, multiple athletic complexes, 3 event centers, a fish hatchery, 2 botanical gardens, and a nature park. Click on this link to learn more and apply for this position:  https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2203 

The City would prefer candidates to have a bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, Event Management, Sports Management, Physical Education, Tourism, Public or Business Administration, or a directly related field. Candidates should also have seven (7) years of full-time experience in directing recreation/community service programs, of which include five (5) years supervisory experience and three (3) years management level experience are necessary for this role.

About City of Oklahoma City

As the country’s 20th largest city, Oklahoma City is on an impressive track towards national urban prominence with a vibrant economy, an admired massive infrastructure program, a growing presence in the world of professional sports and Olympic and amateur rowing, and an increasing arts and culture scene. The city’s success has attracted growth downtown and at the fringes. OKC Parks is a large, dynamic and complex department providing for the recreational needs of a culturally and socioeconomically diverse population of over 680,000 residents spread over 620+ square miles. •186 Full-time Staff •$36M Annual Operating Budget •170+ Parks •90+ Miles of Multipurpose Trails •11 Recreation Centers •Five Aquatic Facilities •Five Golf Courses •17 Splash pads •Five Skate Parks •Multiple Athletic Complexes •Botanic Gardens •Nature Center •Three Event Centers •Fish Hatchery The mission of OKC Parks is to provide cultural, social and recreational experiences to our community so they can have the opportunity to cultivate wellness and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Vision: OKC Parks inspires our community to explore, learn, grow and play.

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