THE OPPORTUNITY
Fast-growing Kyle, Texas seeks a dynamic and visionary Parks and Recreation Director to lead its Parks and Recreation Department into the future. The next Director will have the opportunity to build upon an already high-performing and productive team as Kyle continues to flourish as one of the fastest growing cities in Texas.
ABOUT KYLE
The City of Kyle is poised to be the largest city in Hays County. With a continuous annual growth rate of 10%, their population has multiplied tenfold since the 2000 census from 5,000 citizens to just over 52,300. Kyle is strategically located on I-35, between two top performing cities in Texas. Just 7 miles south of Austin and 39 miles north of San Antonio, Kyle is in an enviable position along this booming corridor.
THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
The Parks and Recreation Department is led by a full-time director and is staffed with 53 employees, including the two Assistant Directors, three Administrative Assistants, one Special Events Coordinator, along with additional Trails, Park and Beautification Maintenance staff. The FY 23-24 annual budget for the department is $6.74 million.
The City of Kyle has many acres of developed and undeveloped park land and several facilities and other amenities available for public use. The City priorities access to parks, open spaces, and natural areas as a vital measure of the community’s health and quality of life. Parks are visible and tangible expressions of a community’s natural beauty that offer places for exercise and relaxation, preserve wildlife habitat and contribute to clean air and water. Learn more about the City of Kyle's Parks and Trail Master Plans.
THE POSITION
Reporting to an Assistant City Manager, the Director of Parks and Recreation provides leadership and management of the Parks and Recreation Department and all associated programming and services, including facilities and grounds maintenance. The next Director will enjoy many career-enriching opportunities to improve, enhance, and establish parks and recreation programs and facilities that serve the ever-increasing number of Kyle residents during this exciting growth period of the city’s evolution. Some of the job duties include directing the day-to-day operation, management and administration of the Parks and Recreation Department; planning and coordinating park design, development, construction, and capital improvement projects; developing, monitoring, and administering the department’s budget and personnel; and maintaining fields and facilities at a high level of use and appearance, while ensuring all are safe for public use.
The ideal candidate will be a creative thinker who approaches parks and recreation projects, facilities, and services through a lens of innovation and stellar community service; have experience working in a rapidly growing community and an appreciation for working in a fast-paced municipal environment; have demonstrated experience leading teams in the coordination and execution of large-scale special events, with creative branding ideas for City assets, and significant experience in upgrading/updating parks and associated facilities; and be an effective leader and relationship builder.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
The salary range for the Director of Parks and Recreation is +/- $175,000, with placement in the range dependent on qualifications. In addition, an excellent executive benefits package is provided including retirement provided by the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 7% employee contribution and a 2:1 match by the City of Kyle; excellent insurance benefits including three health plan options, two dental plans, and vision coverage; vacation and sick leave, 13 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays; tuition reimbursement; auto allowance; and compensatory time for its salaried employees for hours worked in excess of the normal work week.
The 2024 Benefits Guide can be found here.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
To be considered for this position, interested candidates must submit a cover letter and résumé online. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as this recruitment will close once a sufficiently strong pool of stellar candidates has been established. Apply at:
www.mosaicpublic.com/careers
Confidential inquiries are welcomed to:
Bryan Noblett | bryan@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100
Greg Nelson | greg@mosaicpublic.com | (916) 550-4100
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education/Training: A Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration or a closely related field. A Master’s degree is preferred but not required.
Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience as a senior administrator in a governmental setting, one (1) year of which should be as a Director of Parks and Recreation or Assistant Director, or its equivalent; or an equivalent combination of training and/or experience which demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of parks and recreation administration and supervision.
Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Texas Driver’s License and be eligible for coverage under the City of Kyle vehicle insurance provider.
