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Town of Falmouth Recreation Director in Falmouth, Massachusetts
The Town of Falmouth seeks a highly motivated, dynamic professional to serve as our next Recreation Director and lead our Town?s community recreation programs and activities. The successful candidate is a strong leader, innovative, and seeks ways to engage individuals of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and income levels in our diverse community. The Recreation Director supervises 1 part-time employee, 4 full-time employees, and a large seasonal staff and oversees the operation of the spacious three-floor Gus Canty Community Center. The Center includes a gymnasium, activity rooms, meeting rooms, a teen center, and a garage to house part of the department?s fleet of 7 sailboats and a motorboat. The Recreation Division oversees 7 Town playgrounds, a skate park, and the use of 15 athletic fields, 5 tennis courts, and 3 pickleball courts. Programming includes indoor and outdoor sports, a variety of indoor activities, and a flagship 7-week summer adventure program for school-aged youth that serves as a vital, affordable resource for local families. The Director develops strategies for financing these programs and develops and administers the Recreation Division?s work plans, operating budget, and capital projects. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to play a leadership role in advancing multiple capital improvement projects to create, replace, and refurbish recreational facilities. The Recreation Director reports to the Assistant Town Manager and maintains regular communication with an advisory Recreation Committee appointed by the Select Board. This position works primarily on-site and requires periodic evening and weekend work hours. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor?s degree in recreation management, physical education, or related field and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation management; or any equivalent combination of education, training, or experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Certification preferred. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, community engagement, and technology skills and demonstrated project management experience. Applicants must have the ability to effectively work and interact with individuals and groups of various abilities, cultures, backgrounds, and identities. Salary: Anticipated starting range of \$100,214 to \$114,546, DOQ, with comprehensive benefits. How to Apply: All applicants must complete an online application by selecting \"Apply Now\" above. A cover letter and resume are encouraged and may be uploaded to the online application portal. Preference Date to Apply: Tuesday, May 28, 2024 by 4:30 pm. The position will remain open until filled, but candidates who apply by the above date and time will be given preference over later applications. Our Community: The Town of Falmouth is a vibrant and diverse community with a permanent population of 32,517 and a seasonal population of more than 105,000. Located on the southwest corner of Cape Cod, Falmouth comprises more than 44 square miles that contain approximately 70 miles of coastline, 12 of which are sandy beaches. The Town strives to be the premiere Cape community that provides the most responsive, accessible, and inclusive environment for all. Falmouth is proud of its active citizen engagement, strong financial management, and EEO/AA employer status.