Parks & Recreation Manager

Brief Description

The City of Sterling Heights is seeking a Parks & Recreation Manager who is hard-working, organized, and committed to excellence, to join our Parks & Recreation team!

• Salary starting at $115,000 annually
• Competitive 401(a) employer contribution
• Medical with a VERY LOW premium share
• Dental at NO COST
• Vision with a VERY LOW premium share
• $2,500 annual contribution into a Retiree Post Employment Health Plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Every other Friday off!
• Access to an onsite Employee Health & Wellness Center staffed with a physician and nurse for you and any dependents
• ...and so much more!
  
  

Position Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Director, the Parks & Recreation Manager is responsible for assisting the Director in the general supervision and control of the Parks and Recreation Department. The Parks & Recreation Manager will assist in developing and directing the public recreation program to serve the needs of the citizens of the community, including a variety of programs for youth, adults, seniors, adaptive, and nature service programs, while also providing additional oversight for the maintenance of the city’s park system.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreation or related field; Master’s Degree preferred.
• Seven (7) years of progressive experience in a supervisory role, including both recreation and park settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Related professional certification is required; Certified Parks and Recreation Executive (CPRE) achievement preferred.
  
  

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Applications must be submitted by Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Check out the recruitment brochure for further information and details via the following link:

Parks & Recreation Manager Recruitment Brochure

EOE/M/F/D