Executive Director

Dundee Township Park District•Carpentersville, IL

11d•$175,000 - $225,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Dundee Township Park District Board of Commissioners is seeking a visionary, collaborative, and community-focused leader to serve as its next Executive Director. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead a thriving park and recreation agency dedicated to enhancing quality of life through outstanding parks, facilities, programs, and services. The Executive Director serves as the chief administrative and executive officer of the District and is responsible for providing strategic leadership, organizational direction, financial stewardship, and operational oversight while advancing the District's mission, vision, and values. The Director is responsible for directing all operations of the District in accordance with the policies and directives established by the Board of Commissioners. The Executive Director serves under an employment agreement approved by the Board of Commissioners and is considered a full-time, exempt employee of the District. Dundee Township Park District serves approximately 64,000 residents throughout a diverse, multi-community area in Kane County, Illinois. The District operates more than 40 parks and facilities, including recreation and fitness centers, aquatic facilities, two golf courses, an Adult Activities Center, and the beloved Randall Oaks Zoo.

Requirements

Minimum of five (5) years of experience as an Executive Director within a park district or parks and recreation agency.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Parks and Recreation, Public Administration, or a related field.
NRPA Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE).
Valid driver's license.
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to demonstrate high-level performance.
Knowledge of fiscal procedures and budgetary planning.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, coworkers, county officials, public and private organizations, community groups, and the public.
Knowledge of effective personnel management and the ability to lead and develop staff.
Extensive knowledge of current parks and recreation practices and trends.
Expert knowledge of laws and regulations affecting park districts and the ability to interpret and apply them.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Computer proficiency and understanding of business applications.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public, media, Board of Commissioners, and staff.
Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

Serves as the chief administrative and executive officer of the District.
Provides strategic leadership, organizational direction, financial stewardship, and operational oversight.
Advances the District's mission, vision, and values.
Directs all operations of the District in accordance with the policies and directives established by the Board of Commissioners.
Designs and implements long-term strategic plans related to parks, recreation, programming, community outreach, and communications.
Evaluates the District's programs and operations.