Parks & Recreation Director

$117,582 - $150,093 per year

Full Time--Non-Union/Exempt

Plus excellent benefits

This position will remain open until filled, with a first look at applications on November 3, 2026.

Under the general supervision of the City Manager, the Parks and Recreation Director manages, directs and coordinates the activities of the Parks, Open Space and Recreation Department which includes parks planning, wetlands, beach accesses and open spaces, parks maintenance, recreation center, aquatics, and forestry program areas. The Director oversees planning and implementation of comprehensive, year-round recreation programs, activities and events with other city departments and outside agencies.

Serves as an advocate for the City's parks and open space systems and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager. The Director supervises department personnel and volunteers, through subordinate supervisors, in the performance of their duties, and communicates with the public in matters of safety and concern related to parks and recreation functions.

The City is looking for a candidate who has demonstrated leadership experience in personnel management, project management, comprehensive budgeting, and asset management. Preference will be given to applicants who have managed a department, district, or agency with broad oversight of parks and recreation operations, including recreation centers, aquatics, parks, trails, and open spaces.

This is an on-site position based in Lincoln City, Oregon, and is an at-will employment relationship.

ORGANIZATION:
City of Lincoln City

JOB TITLE:

Parks & Recreation Director

FLSA STATUS:
Exempt, Grade 24

UNION:
Non-Represented

UPDATED:
July 2026

Manages, directs and coordinates the activities of the Parks, Open Space and Recreation Department which includes parks planning, wetlands, beach accesses and open spaces, parks maintenance and forestry program areas. Coordinates activities with other city departments and outside agencies. Serves as an advocate for the City's parks and open space systems and provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the City Manager.

Manages the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, pursues available grant and other funding opportunities. Directs the acquisition of open space and parks land in accordance with State laws and City policy; oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures for the management of publicly owned parks and open spaces; implements community park and open space goals and objectives. Directs and develops long-range goals and objectives for the parks, open space and recreation.

Develops and implements long-term management strategies, evaluates program effectiveness and delivery of services. Supervises department personnel, through subordinate supervisors, in the performance of their duties, and communicates with the public in matters of safety and concern related to parks and recreation functions.

Establishes departmental goals, policies and objectives. Oversees planning and implementation of comprehensive, year-round recreation programs, activities and events based on analysis of City growth, public input, workload, staffing levels, and related economic influences to provide appropriate and effective services to the community.

Manages the planning and development of a comprehensive system of parks and facilities that serve the interests and values of the community. Develops long-term strategic plansfor parks, recreation programs, and facilities, including updates to master plans and capital improvement projects. Conducts community outreach and master plan studies. Provides project management and coordinates efforts with affected City staff to achieve park improvements including acquisitions, development and renovations.

Advises developers and contractors on issues and projects affecting parks, greenways, and open space while promoting sustainable practices and environmental stewardship

Directs activities of department personnel, through subordinate supervisors. Assigns, supervises and evaluates work of subordinates. Interviews and effectively recommends hiring, disciplinary and termination actions. Ensures provision of adequate training within department.

Ensures department adherence to all City and departmental personnel policies and procedures, applicable employment laws and contractual provisions, payroll…