Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/charlottesville/jobs/newprint/5040564) Apply  Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation - Recreation Division Salary $103,522.21 - $126,788.34 Annually Location Charlottesville (22902), VA Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 250700023 Department Parks and Recreation Division Administration Opening Date 08/14/2025 Closing Date 9/5/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit N/A + Description + Benefits + Questions General Summary The Department is seeking its next Deputy Director of the Recreation Division, and desires an innovative, collaborative and visionary leader to build upon the Department's success and continue to pursue constant improvement across all aspects of service delivery. This Deputy Director, among other responsibilities, will directly manage the day-to-day operations of the Recreation Division which includes Skatepark Operations, Adaptive, Athletics, Aquatics, City Market, Centers/Programs, and Special Events. The Deputy Director of the Recreation Division will provide direction and oversight to mission critical and department-wide operations, safety and business functions, including (but not limited to) financial management, human resource management, relationship management, reporting and analysis and strategic initiative management. Performs related work as required. The ideal candidate will have a proven record visioning and implementing innovative solutions to complex issues. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess traits that provide for resiliency, creativity, accountability and flexibility as well as high levels of self-motivation. The preferred hiring range for this position is between $103,522.21 - $126,788.34 Annually . Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities. As a Deputy Director or equivalent, the incumbent will receive 40 hours of discretionary leave per calendar year. + For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits. + The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462. Essential Responsibilities and Duties Under administrative direction of the Parks and Recreation Director, serves on the Department Leadership Team and serves as a Deputy Director; with direct management responsibility of a large portion of agency operations. Working with the Leadership Team, develops management policy, plans, goals and strategies for the department; administers and analyzes citywide Recreation Division services and operations; plans, directs and supervises all agency programs related to the recreation division; overseeing business development, business services, facility planning and development, and information technology. Working independently, directs the operations and management of one or more broad and diversified programs; providing general direction to agency functional groups; performs other tasks related to the effective management of the Parks and Recreation Department. Assisting and leading efforts toward equity, diversity, and inclusion as it pertains to the parks' facilities, services, and programs, as well as the City's initiatives. Under general direction, serves on the Department's leadership team, and directs the operations of the Recreation Division. Plans and directs the overall operation, personnel, services and maintenance of the Division's multiple diverse sites. Completes administrative, financial, and planning duties related to the management of the park system. Represents Parks and Recreation Department in the Director's absence, and may serve as Acting Director when necessary. Designated as essential staff during declared emergencies. Operations and Safety + Provides general direction to the work efforts of the divisions functional groups to coordinate work supporting goals and strategies of the City Council; + Recommends management priorities to the Director and establishes schedules and work plans; + Identifies operational deficiencies and projects operational requirements for new and expanded facilities; Strategic Management + Serves as a member of the division senior management team which includes participating in the formulation of policy and advising on decision-making at the division level; + Reviews and approves policies and procedures and implements or recommends changes as appropriate; + Ensures that division plans and programs complement agency goals and objectives; + Plans, develops and implements the five year capital improvement plan (CIP) for the agency in coordination with the Park & Recreation Director; Human Resource Management + Establishes performance standards and evaluates the performance of subordinate personnel; + Coaches subordinate personnel, and ensures the availability of training and professional development programs; + Oversees a staff of professionals and has overall responsibility for all programs within their assigned functional area; Relationship Management + Provides staff support to the Parks and Rec Advisory Board and other boards and commissions for issues within the assigned functional area(s); + Oversees special project work directed by the City Council, Parks and Rec Advisory Board and/or agency director; + Represents the agency in meetings with public and private-sector officials and citizen groups; Financial Management + Analyzes prior years' expenditures and revenues, and compiles and submits the annual operating budget for the assigned unit; + Supervises preparation of the division's budget, participates in presentation of the budget to the City Council, and monitors program expenditures; + Reviews and prioritizes capital improvement budgets and estimates the costs of new and/or renovated facilities; Reporting and Analysis + Develops management indicators for budget development and evaluation of organizational performance; + Analyzes programs' use patterns and performance compared to goals, reports the results and recommends improvements; + Evaluates suggestions for new programs and for improvements to existing programs; + Evaluates and reports on the effectiveness of division programs; + Conducts service needs assessments, and analyzes city-wide Park and recreation needs; + Prepares, presents, and is held accountable for implementation of the Department's annual plan as it relates to the assigned functional area(s); Education, Experience and Skills Minimum Qualifications: + Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university appropriate to the functional area (recreation, park management, business administration, etc.). + Six (6) years of administrative experience in the appropriate functional area in a diverse and full service municipal parks and recreation system or related field, with a minimum of three (3) of those years at the supervisory or managerial level. + Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia ( To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166 ). Preferred Qualifications: + Master's degree preferred. + Certified Parks and Recreation Professional or Executive, Certified Pool Operator or Aquatics Facility Operator and National Accreditation Visitor certification preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : + Ability to keep abreast of developments in the field; + Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships peers, other City employees, Board members, public and private sector officials and citizen groups; + Ability to prepare and present clear, concise financial and administrative reports; + Ability to develop and evaluate budget requests and project future expenditures; + Ability to work independently and as part of a team; + Ability to evaluate programs against pertinent standards; + Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration; + Ability to plan and conduct staff development programs; + Ability to plan and direct the activities of a large staff; + Demonstrated skills in needs assessment and strategic planning; + Oral and written communication skills; + Knowledge of the principles and practices of the assigned functional area; + Extensive knowledge of the principles, methods and challenges of organization and management; + Ability to speak eloquently in a public setting to large groups; + Must demonstrate ability to communicate ideas, delegate directions specifically with defined outcomes, and follow up to ensure timely completion of tasks; + Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; + Must have ability to think and act strategically, be proactive in planning of recreation programs, facility operations, revenue development initiatives and patron services; Physical Conditions & Additional Information Physical requirements for this position as outlined by the Department of Labor: LIGHT WORK: Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires the ability to lift or move more than 20 lbs. for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. This position may be required to work weekends, nights, holidays, standy-by/on-call, emergency on-call, and/or weather-related emergency on-call. This is a safety sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing for pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident and random testing. Time spent in this position involves inside and outside work which may involve exposure to extreme temperatures, extreme brightness, chemicals/hazardous waste, gases/gas leaks, blood-borne pathogens, acidic or harsh substances, electrical hazards, extreme darkness, fumes/airborne particles and fuels. The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment. Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or hr@charlottesville.gov. The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City’s policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City’s policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana. SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Updated July 1, 2022 Benefits cited represent those for regular 40-hour employees and may differ for Management Level, Part-Time, and/or Library positions. Long-term temporary employees are eligible for all benefits except retirement. Interns, temporary, seasonal, substitute, and relief employees are not eligible for benefits. 1. LEAVE: + Vacation: + 3.09 hours accrued biweekly -- 0 - <3 years + 3.85 hours accrued biweekly -- 3 - <5 years + 4.62 hours accrued biweekly -- 5 - <10 years + 5.40 hours accrued biweekly -- 10 - <15 years + 6.16 hours accrued biweekly -- 15 - <20 years + 6.93 hours accrued biweekly -- 20 - <25 years + 7.70 hours accrued biweekly -- 25+ years + Sick: + 4.62 hours per biweekly pay period, approximately 120 hours a years, no limit on accumulation + Holidays: + 14 paid holidays per calendar year (13 observed and 1 floating) 2. INSURANCE: + Aetna Medical – + Choose from three options with different premiums and levels of coverage and coverage is effective on the first of the month following date of hire: + HMO: $0 premium for employee only coverage + POS 1: Employee-only premium of $36.28 per biweekly pay + POS 2: Employee-only premium of $13.02 per biweekly pay + (Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized.) + Prescription Card ($10 generic, $30 lower cost name brand, $55 higher cost name brand) + Mail Order Maintenance Prescription Drug Program ($20 generic, $60 lower cost name brand, $110 higher cost brand) + Dental (Delta Dental) + No cost for employee only coverage. Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized. + Diagnosis and Preventive -- 100% of allowable charge; Basic Dental Care - 80%; Major Dental Care - 50% + Primary -- $50 deductible, 80/20 + Prosthetic & Complex Restorative -- $50 deductible, 50/50 + $1,500 maximum annual benefit + $1,000 Orthodontic Benefit + MetLife Vision Plan: Optional + Employee only coverage: $2.50 bi-weekly; Dependent coverage also available at differing rates. + Eye health exam, dilatation, prescription and refraction of glasses covered after $10 co-pay; + $130 allowance for frames, after co-pay, plus additional discounts where accepted. + Life: + Two times annual salary (paid by the City) + Optional supplemental life available for employee, spouse, dependents (paid by employee) + AFLAC: Optional + Cancer/accident/short term disability/intensive care insurance (paid by employee) + Long Term Disability + Protection from income loss due to long-term illness or injury (paid by the City) 3. RETIREMENT: The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS. There are certain provisions that must be met and the portability request must be executed within 18 months of vesting in the City's Plan. + Pension: + Choose from two options: + A Defined Benefit Pension plan pays a monthly benefit in retirement using a defined formula based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age. Our plan has a 5 year vesting period and an employee contribution of 5% of salary. + A Defined Contribution 401a plan in which fixed contributions are paid into an individual's account by the employer, the contributions are invested, returns (positive or negative) are credited to the account, and the account balance is used to provide retirement benefits. The vesting schedule for our 401a plan is 33% after one year of service, 67% after two years of service, and 100% after three years of service. There is no required contribution from salary. (Note that: the Defined Contribution retirement plan is the only plan available for Library employees) + Supplemental: + Deferred Compensation (457) - employee contribution 4. OTHER BENEFITS: + Flexible Spending Accounts: + Health Care Expenses + Dependent Care Expenses + Parking/Mass Transit Expenses + Parking Subsidy of $50 per month + Wellness Programs: + Gym Reimbursement Program + Monthly On-Site Nurse and Annual Flu Shots + Health Screenings and Fairs, Education Sessions, & Weekly Fitness Classes + Weight Watchers at Work + Bike Commuter Program: + Reimbursement of up to $20 per month for reasonable bike commuting expenses + Employee Assistance Program: + A variety of confidential, personal professional services for you and your family available 24 hours a day. + Tuition Reimbursement Program: + Up to $1,500 for undergraduate OR Up to $3,000 for graduate level tuition per fiscal year per employee. 01 Do you possess any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university appropriate to the functional area? (recreation, park management, business administration, etc.) + Yes; I possess a Bachelor's Degree or higher in either recreation, park management, business administration, or another related field. + Yes; I possess a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university appropriate to the functional area. + No. 02 Please indicate your level of administrative and management experience in a diverse and full service municipal parks and recreation system or related field below: (Must be verifiable in reference to the Work History section on your online application.) + Less than six (6) years. + Six (6) to less than eight (8) years. + Eight (8) to less than ten (10) years. + Ten (10) years or greater. 03 Do you possess at least three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience managing a large staff in a diverse and full service municipal parks and recreation system or related field? (Must be verifiable in reference to the Work History section on your online application) + Yes; I have at least three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience managing a large staff in a diverse and full service municipal parks and recreation system or related field. + No. 04 Please list the size of the staff you have directly lead, supervised and evaluated in the last five years. If you have no experience in this area, please write 'None.' 05 This position requires driving to perform essential job duties and requires a valid driver's license. The candidate selected for this position must meet the driver eligibility requirements of the City and must provide a certified copy of their DMV driving record. Do you possess a valid driver's license and are you willing to provide a certified copy of your DMV driving record, if selected as a finalist, for the City to confirm your driving eligibility? + Yes; I possess a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record. + No; However, I am willing and able to obtain a valid driver's license and am willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record. + No; I do not have a valid driver's license, nor am I willing or able to obtain one, and/or am not willing to provide a certified copy of my DMV driving record. 06 Have you provided all current, related, certifications you possess in the 'Certifications and Licenses' section of your application? + Yes + No 07 To be considered, qualifying education and experience, including City of Charlottesville employment, must be clearly documented in the education, work history, and additional information sections of the employment application. Resumes can be attached but should not be used as a substitute for the required information on the application. I understand that an attached resume may not be accepted in place of a completed employment application and that my qualifications should be stated on the employment application itself. + Yes + No 08 I certify that the information above is true and correct, and I certify that it can be verified with reference to the information in my basic application. I understand that my application may be rejected if the responses to supplemental questions do not match my basic application. + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Charlottesville Address P. O. Box 911 605 East Main Street Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902 Phone (434) 970-3490 Website http://www.charlottesville.gov/jobs