Assistant Parks & Recreation Director

Assistant Parks & Recreation DirectorISSUE DATE: 05.06.2026CLOSING DATE: 05.13.2026LOCATION: Deltona, FLPOSITION TYPE: Full-Time - ExemptAnticipated Hiring Range: $81,266.64 - $105,709.86For assistance with application issues, please contact Workbright Customer Service at (844) 458-0173.Lead, Innovate, and Shape Community ImpactThe City of Deltona is seeking an experienced and strategic Assistant Parks & Recreation Director to help lead the planning, development, and delivery of high-quality parks, recreation programs, and community services.This role is ideal for a leader who can balance operations, programming, and long-term planning, while driving community engagement and ensuring efficient, high-performing services across parks, facilities, and recreational programs.DEFINITIONThe purpose of this job/class within the organization is to manage and provide cultural, recreational, educational and promotional activities to the residents and user groups in the City.This job/class works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reports major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.Essential Functions:* Directs activities of employees engaged in the maintenance and repair of City facilities to determine maintenance, repair and housekeeping requirements, and capital improvements.* Evaluates the community's needs for recreational and leisure activities.* Develops and directs multiple projects simultaneously for production and facilities maintenance systems including alterations and new installations, utilization improvements, safety and environmental.* Directs department resources by establishing department policies and improving the efficiencies of department operations and programs.* Plans, prepares, implements, and administers department budgets; monitors and ensures adherences to established operating expenditures parameters.* Plans, coordinates, and directs a diversified, year-round parks and recreation program including the management of various fields, parks, facilities and open spaces.* Evaluates facility needs and recommends staffing levels, materials, and equipment and capital improvements for City facilities.* Manages the development, planning, implementation and organization of recreational programs through activity staff, instructors, contracted personnel, and volunteers.* Acts as liaison with all youth sports leagues.* Manages scheduling of facilities and evaluation of programs. Keeps appointment calendar and schedules appointments.* Maintains contact with community groups by involving them in activity planning. Recommend new or revised activities through studies and reports.* Ensures a safe, compliant, and healthy workplace for all employees through technical support and direction.Additional Duties:* Assists in the development and implementation of marketing efforts to increase public awareness of and participation in programs; creates publicity materials and gives public presentations as required.* Oversee the work of the Recreation Programs Supervisor, the Parks Maintenance Supervisor, and the Turf Maintenance Supervisor and others as assigned or directed.* Supervises or leads others by determining work procedures, assigning duties, maintaining harmonious relations, and promoting efficiency.* Requires responsibility and opportunity for achieving moderate economies and/or preventing moderate losses through the management of a small division; handles supplies of high value or moderate amounts of money consistent with the operation of a small division.* Decision-making is a major part of the job, affecting a major segment of the organization and the general public; works in a dynamic environment; responsible for developing policies and practices.* Performs related work as assigned.What We're Looking ForWe need someone who:* Can lead teams and manage multiple operational areas effectively* Understands both programming and facility operations* Is comfortable making decisions that impact community services* Can balance strategy with day-to-day execution* Has strong communication and stakeholder management skills* Is proactive, organized, and solutions-orientedMinimum Education and Experience Requirements:* Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Public Administration or closely related field.* Requires four years' experience in recreation, events management, facility maintenance management or closely related field.Special Certifications and Licenses:* Requires a driver's license valid in the State of Florida.* Position is subject to being "on call" and working after normal City work hours as well as on weekends and holidays.WORK CONDITIONS* Position may require working evenings, weekends, and holidays* Subject to on-call responsibilities as neededTotal Rewards - Why Work for the City of Deltona?We offer more than competitive pay - we provide long-term stability, professional growth, and meaningful community impact.Work-Life Balance36-hour full-time workweek12 paid holidaysGenerous paid leave accrualVolunteer Time OffFinancial SecurityParticipation in the Florida Retirement System (FRS)Employer-funded retirement contributionsDeferred compensation (457) optionsHealth & WellnessMedical, dental, and vision coverageLife insurance and supplemental optionsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness initiativesProfessional GrowthTuition reimbursementTraining and development opportunitiesCareer advancement opportunitiesBuild community impact without sacrificing stability. At the City of Deltona, your work matters - and your future is supported.Veteran Preference in appointments will be given to those eligible.To be eligible for Veteran Preference, you must furnish a Department of Defense document, commonly known as form DD-214 (Member 4 Copy recommended) or military discharge papers or equivalent certification from the DVA, listing military status, dates of service and discharge type BEFORE CLOSING DATE OF THE JOB POSTING. Please redact the social security number and date of birth information from all documents submitted.In addition, the disabled veteran shall also furnish a document from the Department of Defense, the DVA, or the Department certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability.If you require accommodation because of a disability to participate in the application/selection process, you must notify the Human Resources Department at 386-878-8750 at least 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) before the meeting or activity.We are proud to be a Drug-free, Smoke-free, and Equal Opportunity Employer!