Assistant Director Parks and Recreation

Salary: $ - $ Annually
Location : Parks and Recreation Administration, 407

E. First Street, Prosper, TX 75078, TX
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number:
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks Administration
Opening Date: 06/12/2026

JOB SUMMARY
The Town of Prosper is currently seeking qualified and dedicated individual for the position of:
Assistant Director Parks and Recreation
Hiring Range: $ - $

Salary Range: $ - $
Retirement Benefits (TMRS), 2-to-1 Match Medical, Dental, and Vision

Benefits Effective Within the First 35 days of Employment

Flex Scheduling Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Benefits

Training & Continuing Education Opportunities
Qualifications:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Four years of increasingly responsible experience in park operation, maintenance, and construction, including four years in a supervisory capacity.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Park Management, Parks or Recreation Administration, or related field.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class C driver's license.
• Must pass MVR check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and background check.

The purpose of this position is to assist in the management of department operations. This is accomplished by managing divisional operations, developing plans and policies, preparing and implementing maintenance and operations budget and long-range capital improvement program budget. Other duties include long-range park system master planning, interacting with other City employees and citizens, and policy development in coordination with Park and Recreation Board and Parks and Facilities Development Corporation.

This position provides direction to other employees.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Town Council has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description and incumbent(s) may be required to perform position-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description.

The Town of Prosper, Texas, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources and/or the Town Manager.

PROSPER'S PURPOSE - PROSPER IS A PLACE WHERE EVERYONE MATTERS
Benefits
01

Are you a citizen of the United States of America?

• Yes
• No

02

How many years of total experience managing multiple Parks & Recreation operations, programs, or facilities?

• 0-1 years
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

03

How many years of leadership experience you have managing Park operations, programs, or facilities?

• 0-1 years
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

04

How many years of leadership experience you have managing Recreation operations, programs, or facilities?

• 0-1 years
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

05

How many years of leadership experience you have managing Parks and Recreation planning, development, and construction?

• 0-1 years
• 2-3 years
• 4+ years

06

Briefly describe your experience developing or managing departmental budgets?
07

Briefly describe your experience working with municipal government policies, boards, or public meetings?
08

Briefly describe your supervisory or leadership experience managing multiple staff, work groups, or Department divisions.
Required Question