Parks & Recreation Supt. - Sports & Golf

Parks & Recreation Supt. - Sports & Golf

Salary

$92,311.00 Annually

Location

Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full-Time Civil Service

Job Number

27017E

Division

Parks

Department

PAR McCabe Golf Course

Opening Date

07/28/2026

Closing Date

8/11/2026 11:59 PM Central

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Position Description

The Parks & Recreation Supt. - Sports & Golf position performs managerial and administrative duties in directing the operations and activities of Sports Permitting and Reservations and the overall operation of all Metro Parks Golf Clubhouses. This position reports to the Assistant Director for Revenue Producing who is consulted on operational procedures and assists in developing long and short-range goals. Hours are typically Monday through Friday but may include variable hours including weekends and evenings. Performs related duties as required.

Metro's Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of facilities and programs throughout Davidson County. Currently, the department oversees nearly 16,000 acres of open space, including 184 parks and 107 miles of greenway. Metro Parks offers after school programs for children, activities for seniors (55+), cultural arts classes, dog parks, fitness classes, nature programs, sports leagues, ice hockey, art galleries, and much more. It is the mission of Metro Parks and Recreation to sustainably and equitably provide everyone in Davidson County with an inviting network of parks and greenways that offer health, wellness, and quality of life through recreation, conservation, and community.

This fast-paced, diverse, and multi-faceted environment might be just the place for you!

Typical Duties

• Oversees all activities related to golf clubhouse operations.
• Evaluates divisional operating procedures and make recommendations for improvement.
• Develops departmental policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and work methods.
• Formulates long and short-range goals and objectives for better operating efficiency.
• Oversees and maintain all Sports related Park Board approved permits.
• Works closely with adult and youth sports leagues for use of sports fields.
• Ensures the safety of golf course patrons by inspecting golf course clubhouses.
• Evaluates clubhouse facility operations in person regularly to ensure efficiency and consistency at all golf courses.
• Oversees and work with managers to develop marketing strategies and their implementation for the golf system.
• Evaluates programs regularly to ensure that they are efficient and consistent with departmental goals and policies.
• Assists with preparation of the budget.
• Analyzes and prepares financial, administrative and business performance reports.
• Oversees personnel related duties, including counseling employees as needed.
• Supervises staff, assigns duties, maintains leave records, and evaluates performance.
• Recruits, hires and trains staff.
• Determines purchasing needs and prepares orders for golf course clubhouses.
• Oversees Sports Permitting & Reservations staff.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelors Degree and five (5) years of professional experience in an administrative, financial, technical, or related field.

• Additional experience may be considered in lieu of some education

LICENSES REQUIRED: A valid Driver License

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with recreational sports, coordinating leagues, and high-volume scheduling of user groups
• Experience in permitting, SOP creation, and municipal special events
• Expert level knowledge of Microsoft office suite and other workflow efficiency software
• Experience managing multiple facilities
• Knowledge of the game of golf and the golf industry

We are an equal opportunity employer. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA or other protected accommodations for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

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Do you have a valid Driver License?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• No diploma
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree

03

Indicate your professional experience in an administrative, financial, technical, or related field.

• No Experience
• 1 year or less
• 2 - 4 years
• 5 - 6 years
• 7 - 8 years
• 9 or More years

04

Please describe your professional experience in an administrative, financial, technical, or related field. If no experience, please type "N/A"

05

Please describe your experience with recreational sports, coordinating leagues, and high-volume scheduling of user groups. If no experience, please type "N/A"

06

Please describe your experience managing multiple facilities. If no experience, please type "N/A"

07

Please describe your experience in permitting, SOP creation, and municipal special events. If no experience, please type "N/A"

Required Question

Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address Human Resources Division

700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201

Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone (615) 862-6640

Website https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities