Assistant Director - Parks & Recreation

Sandy City, UT

$103K — $154K *
Sandy, OR 97055In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Parks & Recreation Management, or related fields.
  • 3-5 years of management experience in local government.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Valid Utah Driver's License required.
  • Knowledge of management principles including budgeting, research, and project management.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in managing all facets and operations of the Parks & Recreation Department.
  • Oversee departmental budget and personnel management.
  • Coordinate department-wide activities to meet operational needs.
  • Supervise subordinates and manage multiple assignments effectively.
  • Establish and delegate meaningful goals for the department.

Benefits

  • Appointed position with benefits.
  • Exposure to various community programs and events.
  • Opportunity to work closely with local government.
  • Engagement with the public and community stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Summary:
An Appointed Category 1 position under the general supervision of the Director of the Parks & Recreation Department. Assists with the management of all departmental facets and operations, budget, and personnel within the Parks & Recreation Department, which includes Parks & Recreation, Sandy Recreation Center, Community Events, and the River Oaks Golf Course. Oversees issues that cross department divisions and operations.
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CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Department will begin reviewing applications on 8/20/26. Position may close at any time after this date. However, applications will continue to be accepted as long as the position remains open on the website.

STARTING SALARY: $103,126.40 - $154,689.60/annually, depending on experience

STATUS: Appointed (benefitted)

DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Parks & Recreation Management or related fields. Three to five years of management experience in local government with at least two years of supervisory experience. Must possess a valid Utah Driver's License. Probationary Period: Not Applicable. This is an appointed position exempt from the protections described in Utah Code Ann. Section 10-3-1105(1)(a). Knowledge of management principles and practices including governmental budgeting and monitoring, computer capabilities, research and analysis methods, personnel policies and procedures, and project management. Responsibility for supervising subordinates, managing multiple assignments, organizing, delegating and establishing meaningful goals. Coordinating department-wide activities that facilitate the operational needs of each division or section. Ability to furnish and obtain information from other departments; contact with other departments requiring tact and judgment to avoid friction; frequent contact with the public; ability to make both written and oral presentations to other employees, the public and executive level staff; inform department employees about events, policy changes, and other department related programs. Regular use of telephone, computer, copy and fax machines, calculators, and vehicles.

Note: Applications may only be submitted online. If you don't have access to a computer you can visit Sandy City Human Resources to apply at 10000 Centennial Parkway, Suite 310 (10000 S. 170 W.), Sandy, UT.

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