Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation

This position will begin after October 1, 2026.

Hiring Range: $ - $ (Depending on qualifications)
Full Salary Range: $ - $

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Performs high-level supervisory duties managing staff and daily operations of the Recreation, Athletics and Buildings & Grounds Divisions of the Parks & Recreation Department. Coordinates assigned activities with other departments, divisions, outside agencies and the public; works with the Director of Parks and Recreation to prepare division budgets in compliance with rules and regulations of the City and supervises department financial sustainability matters;

provides highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Director of Parks & Recreation. Serves as Director of Parks and Recreation in the absence of the Director.

** The City of Rowlett offers a great work/life balance schedule by offering a 4-day work week with normal business hours of 7:30 am - 5:30 pm depending on departmental work schedules. We have great benefit and compensation packages as well as a 7%, 2:1 match TMRS pension.

An employee in this class performs a variety of administrative and professional duties supervising the divisions of Recreation, Athletics/Aquatics and Parks Maintenance within the Parks and Recreation Department. The employee manages staff, develops and implements long‑range and short‑term goals, oversees daily work operations of Supervisors and Superintendents, and recommends changes to programs, services, policies and procedures, as needed. The Assistant Director is responsible for the selection, training, appraisal, and supervision of regular and part‑time employees.

Employee is subject to hazards in parks and recreation work including working in both inside and outside environments. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Director of Parks and Recreation.
Responsible for the management and administration of Department recreation, athletics and aquatics programs and services, and the administration and management of Parks Maintenance division. Position coordinates communication between staff for the efficient delivery of services.

• Analyzes program evaluations to ensure program and activity offerings meet the needs and desires of the full community; revises programs as needed.
• Assists with overseeing maintenance operations in the areas of landscape and grounds, parks and facilities.
• Assists with the development and administration of a preventive maintenance plan and capital asset depreciation and replacement schedules.
• Assures parks and facilities are safe for public use through the supervision and oversight of regular inspections, and preventive and ongoing maintenance.
• Develops, prepares, and justifies a budget for areas of responsibility. Controls and accounts of the expenditure of funds in accordance with the approved budget. Ensure revenue goals are met.
• Recommends charges for fee‑based programs based on cost recovery goals.
• Oversees the Parks and Recreation Capital Improvement Programs and projects from design through construction.
• Serves as Department Liaison to the Community Development Department and the Development Review Committee.
• Assists with the recruitment, selection, and supervision of quality Parks & Recreation Department personnel. Plans, organizes and guides the work of professional and support staff.
• Performs or assists subordinates in performing duties, adjusts errors and complaints.
• Effectively promotes and represents the Parks and Recreation Department in the…