Parks and Recreation Superintendent

Job Description

Job Category: Parks and Recreation

Work Location: 1611 Chase St

Job Type & Duration: Permanent Full-Time

Salary: $71,537 - $105,193 Annual

Shift Information: M-F

Affiliation: Non-Union

Number of open positions: 1

Posting Period: 01/30/2026 - Filled

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

Medical(PPO/HDHP), FSA, Dental, Vision

Public Employees Retirement Fund (PERF)

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation, Personal Days, Sick Time, Bereavement Pay

16 Paid Holidays

Longevity Pay

Voluntary Life, short and long term disability, Deferred compensation options available

DUTIES:

Oversees all recreation operations of the department including revenue and expenditure activities, employee payroll, maintenance of the facilities, evaluation of programs and employees, and coordination of all recreational activities within the community.

Assesses recreational needs of the community, prepares and submits proposals for programs to the Parks Superintendent.

Promotes recreation programs and activities among the general public by delivering speeches, designing brochures and fliers, and writing news releases, newspaper articles, newsletters, and public service announcements.

Represents the department before various community and civic organizations, including the Anderson Community Schools, Center of Mental Health, Anderson Road Runners, and various United Way Agencies. Gives technical assistance and assists with organizing various community activities and special events.

Provides general management to the Geater Center.

Maintains regular communication with subordinate personnel regarding department activities and program status, offers technical assistance as needed.

Oversees and schedules routine maintenance and repairs of City swimming pools, community centers, ball fields, tennis courts, and related equipment and vehicles.

Receives and investigates public complaints pertaining to recreation programs and department employees, initiates appropriate action to solve valid complaints.

Coordinates and schedules use of various community facilities including North Anderson Community Center, various elementary school gymnasiums, City pools, ball fields, and tennis courts.

Performs annual review of recreational activities and programs, prepares and submits annual report, and makes policy and operational changes as needed.

Prepares and submits annual budget requests and grant applications, administers recreation budget and grant monies upon approval.

Occasionally travels to state, regional, and national meetings and workshops.

Performs various duties of the Superintendent in his/her absence.

Performs related duties as assigned.

I. JOB REQUIREMENTS AND DIFFICULTY OF WORK:

Thorough knowledge of the full range of theories and principles accepted in the field of recreation management, and the ability to apply such knowledge to meet the recreational needs of the community.

Experience and formal education equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation or related areas.

Thorough knowledge of department functions and ability to direct recreational activities and operations consistent with program goals.

Working knowledge of the principles and techniques of budget preparation and administration and ability to prepare grant applications.

Ability to hire, direct, supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate personnel.

Ability to express thoughts both orally and in writing.

Possesses a certification in first aid, lifesaving, and as a Pool Operator.

Ability to assume various roles of the Superintendent in his/her absence.

Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.

II. SUPERVISORY FUNCTIONS:

Incumbent performs duties which are broad in scope and impact and require consideration of complex variables and their potential interrelationships in the assessment, design, and implementation of recreational programs for the community. Guidelines are not always clearly applicable to particular situations, calling for individual judgment in selection and modification of standard strategies and procedures to best meet the recreational needs of the community.

III. SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:

Incumbent makes a substantial contribution in meeting the recreational needs of the community. Majority of work is performed according to general instructions and/or in conjunction with department policies and guidelines, with work periodically reviewed for overall soundness in practices and compliance with general goals and policies of the department.

IV. SCOPE OF WORK OPERATIONS:

Incumbent maintains frequent contact with department superiors, associates, and subordinates, other organizational units, representatives of community and civic groups and organizations, news media, and members of the general public for a variety of purposes including explanation and interpretation of policy and program goals, planning and implementing recreational programs, and rendering program services.

Incumbent reports directly to the Superintendent.

V. PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbent performs a majority of duties in a standard office environment. Incumbent may exert physical effort to lead a recreational or educational program. Incumbent uses a vehicle to drive to various park facilities throughout the city.