Town of Westport, CT DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION The Town of Westport is located in coastal Fairfield County and has a population of approximately 27,000. The Town maintains two marinas, two beaches, an 18-hole golf course, numerous playing fields, parks, tennis courts, an outdoor swimming pool complex, an ice rink, skate park, a summer music venue, and a variety of year round recreational programs. The annual budget for the Parks & Recreation Department is approximately $5M. POSITION PURPOSE The responsibilities of this position are to develop, manage, administer, supervise and direct the programs and activities of the Town of Westport’s Parks & Recreation Department. This includes the functional areas of administering the planning, organizing and supervising of a comprehensive public parks and recreation program for the community. There is an emphasis on special programs and activities as well as varied seasonal indoor and outdoor activities and programs. The Director will also evaluate the needs of the various populations served by the Department; seeking out new ideas and methods to provide appropriate services. There are four direct reports and a unionized work force. The Director reports to the First Selectman on all matters of administration and operation and to the Parks and Recreation Commission on all matters of policy. The department head will administer the recreation programs, as well as the construction and maintenance of the various properties and facilities. He or she will coordinate projects and activities with Town departments and with a variety of community organizations. Occasionally, the position requires working and attendance at meetings and/or functions in the evenings and on weekends. QUALIFICATIONS The qualifications required would generally be acquired with a Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies, Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Public Administration or a closely related field; over 8 years increasingly responsible work experience including 3-5 years in a senior level management/supervisory capacity. Experience in park and marina maintenance preferred. Strong communication skills, extensive budgetary and capital improvement experience, the use of social media, computer literacy required and experience in fund raising and grant writing strongly preferred. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS A National Recreation & Park Association Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Certification desirable. Member in good standing of the Connecticut and National Recreation and Parks Associations or an equivalent desirable. A current Motor Vehicle Operator's license required. COMPENSATION The Town of Westport offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with the experience of the candidate. The Town offers a comprehensive benefits program including a medical plan with a Health Savings Account, dental, as well as life and long term disability insurance and a Defined Contribution Plan with a match. For a detailed job description please use the link below. A resume with cover letter should be sent via email to Human Resources Director, Ralph Chetcuti – at [email protected]. ONLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. THE TOWN OF WESTPORT, CT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.