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Director of Parks and Recreation – City of Thornton, CO
- Thornton, Colorado
- City of Thornton, CO
$182,914
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Assistant Director, Parks and Recreation
- Los Angeles, California
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY
$152,556.00 - $237,255.00 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Parks and Recreation
Assistant Director Parks and Recreation
- 250 W. First Street, Prosper, Texas
- TOWN OF PROSPER, TEXAS
$107,860.21 - $124,039.24 Annually
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Parks and Recreation
Assistant Director, Austin Parks and Recreation
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support
- Parks and Recreation
Program Development Coordinator (Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
- Planning and Development
Recreation Programs Specialist (Aquatics/Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Education and Training
- Parks and Recreation
REGIONAL OPERATIONS MANAGER, PARKS AND RECREATION (CHIEF OF DEVELOPMENT)
- Los Angeles, California
- LOS ANGELES COUNTY
$132,009.36 - $205,301.76 Annually
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation District Manager (Zilker/Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Administration and Management
- Parks and Recreation
Parks Grounds Specialist (Cemeteries/Multiple Positions/Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Parks and Recreation
Temporary - General Maintenance Worker II (Collection & Abatement Unit/Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Parks and Recreation
- Other
Landscape Technician (Zilker Botanical Garden/Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
- Parks and Recreation
Natural Resource Specialist (Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Natural Resources
- Parks and Recreation
Natural Resource Specialist Senior (Austin Parks and Recreation)
- Austin, Texas
- City of Austin, TX
- Full Time
- Natural Resources
- Parks and Recreation
Recreation Leader I/II and Recreation Specialist (Parks & Recreation)
- 501 Poli Street, Ventura, California
- CITY OF VENTURA, CA
$16.90 - 19.40 Hourly
- Part Time
- Parks and Recreation
TPWD - Natural Resources Specialist I - II - III (Wildlife District Biologist)
- Texas City, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
$4504.18 - 5824.14 Monthly
- Full Time
- Animal Control or Services
- Forestry
- Natural Resources
- Public Health
- Sciences and Laboratory
TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger - Backup Utility Plant Operator)
- Pilot Point, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
$3920.64 - 4020.64 Monthly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Construction and Skilled Trades
- Public Health
- Utilities
TPWD - Project Manager III (Infrastructure - North Central/Panhandle Region)
- Texas City, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
$6512.50 - 7500.00 Monthly
- Full Time
- Project Management
TPWD - Fish and Wildlife Technician I - II
- Palacios, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
$3859.97 - 4547.98 Monthly
- Full Time
- Animal Control or Services
- Engineering
- Forestry
- Natural Resources
TPWD - Maintenance Specialist III (Operations Ranger)
- Mathis, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
$3920.64 - 3920.64 Monthly
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Public Health
TPWD - Administrative Assistant V (Office Manager)
- Tatum, Texas
- TEXAS PARKS AND WILDLIFE
$4626.32 - 4626.32 Monthly
- Full Time
- Clerical and Administrative Support

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Director of Parks and Recreation – City of Thornton, CO
- Thornton, Colorado United States
- City of Thornton, CO
- Jun 30, 2026
- $182,914 - Full Time
City of Thornton, CO

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- $182,914
- Full Time
- Jun 30, 2026
Job Description
Thornton is the 6th largest city in Colorado and benefits from its proximity to downtown Denver, Denver International Airport, and the foothills of the beautiful Rocky Mountains. Thornton has a diverse population of just over 153,000 people and is expected to grow by another 90,000 people in the next 30 years. While early development in Thornton was primarily residential, it has become a destination for primary employers and regional retail. The City’s Comprehensive Plan, recent development code update and several key projects will invite greater density and additional mixed uses to build on Thornton’s already high quality of life.

The Director of Parks and Recreation:

Leads, directs and manages the parks and recreation facilities and programming in a manner that enhances the community and improves the quality of life.

Provides visionary leadership through robust stakeholder engagement in coordination with planning and development to create the desired community outcomes.

Implements the approved strategic workplan and addresses the city priorities through thoughtful leadership and policies.

Develops intergovernmental strategies and partnerships.

Represents the city and maintains strong relationships with regional partners, including Adams County, school districts, athletic associations, State Agencies, Homeowners Associations and Metro Districts and other Special Districts like the Mile High Flood District and the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District.

The Director and members of the Parks and Recreation Teams work with other departments to strengthen the City’s capacity to engage residents in meaningful ways across all City programs. Programs and efforts include forming partnerships with neighborhoods, residents, and community groups to strengthen and enhance both the social fabric and physical aspects of Thornton neighborhoods.

Requirements for this position include a Bachelor’s degree in Parks & Recreation or related field from an accredited college or university and eight years’ management experience in parks, recreation or related field, including five years of supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. The candidate will have successfully served in or will demonstrate strong familiarity with the Council-Manager form of government. Successful candidates will also have a proven record of leadership, fiscal stewardship, innovation, and relationship-building.

The City of Thornton offers a competitive salary range of $182,914 - $241,446 annually commensurate with the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Please apply online at: https://www.governmentresource.com/recruitment/thornton-co-parks-and-recreation-director/

For more information on this position, contact:

Marsha Reed, Senior Vice President, Executive Recruitment

marshareed@governmentresource.com | 806-789-9641
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City of Thornton, CO

SGR provides a comprehensive scope of executive search services. Each executive search service contract is tailored to meet the client's specific needs.

Our executive recruiting services are unequaled, providing a high degree of personal attention to each executive search that is conducted. Our role is to find the person who is the very best possible match for your organization.

SGR devotes tremendous energy to understanding your organization's unique culture, environment, and local issues to ensure a great "fit" with regard to values, philosophy, and management style.
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