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Parks & Recreation Director

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City of Goodyear, AZ

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United States , Goodyear

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Salary:

145163.65 - 215496.06 USD / Year

Job Description:

The City of Goodyear, Arizona, is seeking a collaborative and forward-thinking Director of Parks & Recreation to lead its parks maintenance, recreation services, recreation center, and ballpark operations. Reporting to the Deputy City Manager, this position leads a diverse and highly visible service portfolio, and oversees four direct reports and manages a $36 million general fund budget. The Director works closely with City leadership, elected officials, the Parks & Recreation Commission, Arts & Culture Commission, external partners and community stakeholders to advance major initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in one of Arizona’s fastest-growing cities by enhancing community amenities, supporting thoughtful growth, and shaping the Department’s long-term vision. The ideal candidate is a team-oriented and customer service–driven professional who brings strong operational expertise, executive presence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly visible public sector environment. Lead high-impact projects and elevate community life in Goodyear, apply today!

Job Responsibility:

  • lead parks maintenance, recreation services, recreation center, and ballpark operations
  • oversee four direct reports
  • manage a $36 million general fund budget
  • work closely with City leadership, elected officials, the Parks & Recreation Commission, Arts & Culture Commission, external partners and community stakeholders to advance major initiatives
  • enhance community amenities
  • support thoughtful growth
  • shape the Department’s long-term vision

Requirements:

  • collaborative and forward-thinking
  • team-oriented and customer service–driven professional
  • strong operational expertise
  • executive presence
  • ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly visible public sector environment
What we offer:

competitive benefits package

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 13, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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