Director of Parks and Facilities
Director of Parks and Facilities
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04-07-2025
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Yearly Salary
$ 120000 - 150000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
04-07-2025
Job Description
Position Overview
The Director of Parks and Facilities is a key leadership role responsible for the operations maintenance and stewardship of the Park Districts outdoor spaces and facilities. The Director is accountable for the long-term care maintenance and development of the districts physical assets with a strong focus on safety sustainability and operational quality. The Director oversees and leads a team of 21 full-time staff ensuring that parks and facilities are well-maintained accessible and responsive to the evolving needs of the community. The Director supports the execution of capital improvement projects in close collaboration with the Planning Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day operations maintenance and long-term care of 400 acres of parks natural areas and nine facilities to ensure safe accessible public spaces.
Lead mentor and develop Parks Department staff while fostering a culture of accountability teamwork and high performance.
Apply sustainability-focused practices across all park and facility operations natural resource management and project planning.
Support capital project execution in coordination with the Planning Manager particularly in preparation and onsite implementation and renovation projects.
Develop manage and monitor operational budgets procurement processes and vendor contracts related to parks and facility services.
Implement district-wide strategic and comprehensive goals in collaboration with the leadership team.
Build strong partnerships with external stakeholders including the Village of Buffalo Grove community organizations neighboring park districts contractors and the Environmental Action Team.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols risk management standards and regulatory requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic collaborative and experienced parks professional with a passion for public spaces and community impact. They are a driven leader who can balance high-level planning with hands-on operational management. Key qualifications include:
Bachelors degree in Parks and Recreation Public Administration Landscape Architecture or a related field; Masters degree or equivalent experience preferred.
5 years of progressively responsible experience in park/facility operations public works or related areas.
Proven leadership in supervising parks and maintenance staff managing operations and fostering a positive team culture.
Experience with budgeting procurement and vendor/contract management.
Familiarity with capital project coordination and the ability to manage both strategic and operational aspects of project execution.
Knowledge of sustainable maintenance practices and natural resource management.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams community partners and local agencies.
Clear understanding of safety risk management and regulatory standards.
Salary & Benefits Information:
Starting Salary Range: $120000 - $150000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits Provided:
Medical Insurance (Blue Cross)
Dental Insurance (Delta Dental)
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Account Commuter Account
Post-employment healthcare account
457 account eligibility
Generous paid time off benefits including paid parental leave
IMRF Pension Eligibility upon hire
Complimentary or discounted Park District Facility & Program benefits
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications for the position to emailprotected or apply through our website at . The application window will remain open until the position is filled. However we encourage early applications to ensure timely consideration.
For more information contact Scott Spitz Superintendent of Human Resources & Risk Management at .
The Director of Parks and Facilities is a key leadership role responsible for the operations maintenance and stewardship of the Park Districts outdoor spaces and facilities. The Director is accountable for the long-term care maintenance and development of the districts physical assets with a strong focus on safety sustainability and operational quality. The Director oversees and leads a team of 21 full-time staff ensuring that parks and facilities are well-maintained accessible and responsive to the evolving needs of the community. The Director supports the execution of capital improvement projects in close collaboration with the Planning Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day operations maintenance and long-term care of 400 acres of parks natural areas and nine facilities to ensure safe accessible public spaces.
Lead mentor and develop Parks Department staff while fostering a culture of accountability teamwork and high performance.
Apply sustainability-focused practices across all park and facility operations natural resource management and project planning.
Support capital project execution in coordination with the Planning Manager particularly in preparation and onsite implementation and renovation projects.
Develop manage and monitor operational budgets procurement processes and vendor contracts related to parks and facility services.
Implement district-wide strategic and comprehensive goals in collaboration with the leadership team.
Build strong partnerships with external stakeholders including the Village of Buffalo Grove community organizations neighboring park districts contractors and the Environmental Action Team.
Ensure compliance with safety protocols risk management standards and regulatory requirements.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a strategic collaborative and experienced parks professional with a passion for public spaces and community impact. They are a driven leader who can balance high-level planning with hands-on operational management. Key qualifications include:
Bachelors degree in Parks and Recreation Public Administration Landscape Architecture or a related field; Masters degree or equivalent experience preferred.
5 years of progressively responsible experience in park/facility operations public works or related areas.
Proven leadership in supervising parks and maintenance staff managing operations and fostering a positive team culture.
Experience with budgeting procurement and vendor/contract management.
Familiarity with capital project coordination and the ability to manage both strategic and operational aspects of project execution.
Knowledge of sustainable maintenance practices and natural resource management.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams community partners and local agencies.
Clear understanding of safety risk management and regulatory standards.
Salary & Benefits Information:
Starting Salary Range: $120000 - $150000 annually depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits Provided:
Medical Insurance (Blue Cross)
Dental Insurance (Delta Dental)
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account Dependent Care Account Commuter Account
Post-employment healthcare account
457 account eligibility
Generous paid time off benefits including paid parental leave
IMRF Pension Eligibility upon hire
Complimentary or discounted Park District Facility & Program benefits
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume outlining their qualifications for the position to emailprotected or apply through our website at . The application window will remain open until the position is filled. However we encourage early applications to ensure timely consideration.
For more information contact Scott Spitz Superintendent of Human Resources & Risk Management at .
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
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