Parks & Recreation Director

Job Description Summary

The annual salary for this position is $145,163 – $215,496 DOE/DOQ, PLUS a competitive benefits package.

The City of Goodyear, Arizona, is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Director of Parks & Recreation to lead its parks maintenance, recreation services, recreation center, and ballpark operations. Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, this position leads a diverse and highly visible service portfolio, and oversees four direct reports and manages a $36 million general fund budget. The Director works closely with City leadership, elected officials, the Parks & Recreation Commission, Arts & Culture Commission, external partners and community stakeholders to advance major initiatives.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in one of Arizona’s fastest-growing cities by enhancing community amenities, supporting thoughtful growth, and shaping the Department’s long‑term vision. The ideal candidate is a team-oriented and customer service–driven professional who brings strong operational expertise, executive presence, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, highly visible public sector environment.

Lead high-impact projects and elevate community life in Goodyear, apply today!

• Salary: $ - $ Annually
• Location: Goodyear, AZ
• Job Type: Full-Time Regular
• Job Number: 100450
• Division: Parks & Recreation
• Department: Parks & Recreation
• Opening Date: 02/24/2026
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Position of Parks and Recreation Director serves in an at‑will capacity.

For first consideration, apply by March 23 at:

View the WBCP Job Board:

• Round one virtual interview will take place April 22.
• Round two and round three in‑person interviews will take place April 30 and May 1.

Please contact your recruiter, Terri Maus‑Nisich with any questions.

• 866-929-WBCP (9227) – toll‑free

• Executive benefits:
  Either $4,000 cash or 56 hours of additional leave each fiscal year
• Vacation Leave: 14 days per year, increasing with longevity. Goodyear offers an enhanced vacation benefit of recognizing total years of service under all Arizona public retirement systems for accruing vacation.
• Sick Leave: 12 days per year
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday the first full pay period of January
• Flexible Holiday: 24 hours per calendar year (prorated based on hire date)
• Health Insurance:
  Three health plans available to select from at a group rate
• Dental Insurance:
  Two dental plans available to select from at a group rate
• Vision Insurance:
  Available at a group rate
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
  Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance:
  City‑paid coverage
• Cancer Benefit:
  City‑paid coverage
• Life Insurance:
  City‑paid insurance valued at twice the annual salary ($400,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Longevity pay beginning at year six
• Tuition Assistance: $5,250 per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite wellness center/clinic
• Access to the Goodyear Recreation Center
• Robust employee well‑being program
• Free identify theft monitoring and protection with Aura
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan: 2% city match (employee contributes 1%)
• Retirement Health Savings: $35.00 city contribution
• Retirement:
  Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan with mandatory city and employee contributions currently %. Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.

View the full recruitment brochure here:
Recruitment Brochure

City of Goodyear

Address: 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, Arizona, 85395

Website: http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..gov