Parks & Recreation Director

The City of Port Huron is currently accepting applications for the following full‑time employment opportunity:

To provide the executive oversight involved in planning, developing, implementing and directing a comprehensive municipal Parks, Cemetery, Forestry, and Recreation program, as well as the McMorran Place Entertainment Complex; and to perform related work as required.

Work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager.

Supervision is exercised over the Parks/Park Projects Supervisor, Cemetery & Forestry Supervisor, Recreation Supervisor, McMorran General Manager and a group of other full‑time, part‑time and seasonal employees engaged in operation and maintenance work.

• Plan, develop, implement and direct a comprehensive Parks, Cemetery, Forestry and Recreation program, as well as the McMorran Place Entertainment Complex, including construction, operation and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with policies and safety standards.
• Provide executive oversight for assigned departments and programs, ensuring alignment with City goals, budgetary guidelines, and strategic initiatives.
• Oversee budget preparation and fiscal management in designated areas.
• Make recommendations on equipment and capital improvements.
• Lead cross‑departmental projects and initiatives to improve service delivery, operational efficiency, and resident satisfaction.
• Monitor performance metrics and ensure accountability across departments.
• Recruit, hire, and motivate staff. Evaluate and monitor staff performance.
• Promote programs through public relations, community events, and partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and other agencies.
• Act as liaison between surrounding communities, agencies and community groups to align programs with community needs.
• Present official plans, policies and program updates to staff and the public.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints.
• Perform related work as required.

• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth understanding of municipal operations, budgeting, personnel management, and public policy.
• Proven ability to build effective teams and foster collaboration.
• Strategic thinker with sound judgement and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Experience in project management and performance measurement.
• Ability to prepare, analyze and interpret oral and written reports, data and recommendations to support organizational goals and informed decision‑making.
• Ability to manage frequent interactions with the public in a professional, courteous, and customer‑focused manner.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees and community members to achieve shared objectives.
• Equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7‑10 years of progressively responsible management experience in municipal government or public sector leadership, including supervisory experience.

$110,000 - $117,000 annually

• Paid vacation leave, sick leave and holidays
• BCBS PPO Healthcare, Delta Dental, life and optical insurance
• Disability income plan
• MERS Defined Contribution Plus qualified retirement plan
• Deferred compensation plan (457)
• MERS Healthcare Savings plan

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