Community Recreation Services Administrator

Community Recreation Services Administrator

Salary

$55,931.20 - $99,403.20 Annually

Location

Springfield, MO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

081426

Department

Parks

Opening Date

08/14/2026

Closing Date

8/28/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Description

Are you passionate about parks, recreation, and community impact? The Springfield-Greene County Parks Department is seeking our next Community Recreation Services Administrator to lead and innovate in our General Recreation Division.

What You'll Do:

• Serve as the administrator for SPARC, Archery, and Outdoor Initiatives programs offered to the public

• Lead strategic planning and program development for special-use facilities.

• Conduct data analysis to measure program performance and viability.

• Collaborate with citizens, staff, leadership, and Park Board members to enhance recreational offerings.

What You'll Love About This Role:

• Creating engaging, inclusive programs for diverse community members.

• Making a lasting impact on health, wellness, and community connection.

• Working in a welcoming, inclusive, and award-winning park system.

Why Join Us?:

• Generous paid leave and holidays

• Paid pension retirement

• Paid health insurance

• A supportive, innovative team environment

• And much more!

Click here to learn more about our nationally accredited and award-winning park system.

Leadership Philosophy

The City of Springfield's leadership culture is grounded in processes, relationships, and trust. Leaders across the organization operate within the principles of The Trust Edge Framework, which emphasizes:

Clarity, Compassion, Character, Competency, Commitment, Connection, Contribution, and Consistency

These principles guide how we work together, build relationships, and serve our community.

Qualifications and Requirements

Experience, Education, and Training

• Requires graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Business Management, Facility Management, Event Management, International Affairs, Environmental or Conservation areas or a closely related area;

AND

• Four years of experience in developing and supervising recreational community center programs, environmental/conservation education, tennis centers, agricultural development, school-park programs, safety and risk management programs, international affairs/cultural programs, or sports programs depending upon assignment;
• Directly related experience in developing and supervising related program areas may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Licensing/Certification

• Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP) is desirable;
• If operating a motor vehicle for the purpose of completing job duties, must possess a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license;
• Certifications appropriate or typical to specific divisional areas are desirable;
• If assigned to Tennis, United States Professional Tennis Registry (USPTR) and or United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) is desirable;
• Safety certifications are desirable based upon assignment.

Functions

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Other Requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety. The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission. Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.

Find out more about City of Springfield employee benefits through the following link: https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Benefits

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The following questions are specific to the position you are applying for and must be completed accurately. The information you provide below must be reflected in the experience, education, or volunteer work provided in your application above. A response of see resume will not be accepted.

• I understand.

02

What best describes your level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 30 college credit hours
• Associates Degree or 60 college credit hours
• 90 college credit hours
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

03

Please state the name of your college / university and your specific area of study.

04

How many years of experience do you have in developing and overseeing programs in areas such as community recreation centers, environmental or conservation education, tennis centers, agricultural initiatives, school-park collaborations, safety and risk management, international or cultural affairs, or sports programming?

• I do not have any experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years
• 6 years
• 7 years
• 8 or more years

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Please describe your experience.

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Employer City of Springfield (MO)

Address 840 N Boonville

Springfield, Missouri, 65802

Phone 417-864-1607

Website https://www.springfieldmo.gov/Jobs