Deputy Director of Parks, Recreation & Events

City of Fredericksburg•Fredericksburg, VA

6d•$84,977 - $100,000

About The Position

The Deputy Director assists the Director in managing the Parks, Recreation, and Events Department by overseeing daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality programs and services. The role manages facilities and events, implements strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement, and assumes the Director’s duties in their absence. It also contributes to shaping department policies and objectives. The position oversees planning, budgeting, staffing, and operations; leads staff and supports a collaborative team culture; and works with community organizations, civic groups, vendors, and volunteers to improve programming and events. It represents the department at meetings and events, oversees budgets, grants, and revenue programs, tracks expenditures, and recommends cost-effective solutions. The Deputy Director also advances program development, community engagement, and operational improvements; ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and city policies; and supports accreditation through documentation, staff training, and process improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation, Sports Management, or a related field.
Six years of progressively responsible experience in parks, recreation, or events management, including supervisory experience.
Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE), which can be obtained within 12 months of hire.
Valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Oversee department planning, budgeting, staffing, and operations.
Lead and supervise staff and foster a collaborative team culture.
Act as the Director when needed, providing leadership and decision-making support.
Work with community organizations, civic groups, vendors, and volunteers to improve programming and events.
Represent the department at meetings and events.
Oversee budgets, grants, and revenue programs; track expenditures and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Drive strategic initiatives focused on program development, community engagement, and operational improvements.
Ensure adherence to laws, regulations, and city policies.
Support accreditation initiatives through documentation, staff training, and process improvements.
Manage facilities and events and ensure high-quality programs and services.