First review of applications: January 29, 2025

The Athens-Clarke County, Georgia, Unified Government (ACCGov) is seeking candidates for the position of Leisure Services Director. The Leisure Services Director, under the supervision and direction of the City Manager oversees the Leisure Services Department. Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
Strategic Leadership and Community Services - Develops department mission, goals, objectives, long range and strategic plans, and coordinates with affiliated non-profit agencies, government agencies and directives, and the community.
Lead Personnel and Steward Resources - Hires, supervises and evaluates assigned staff, handling all employee concerns, directing work assignments, counseling and disciplining employees, and completing employee performance appraisals, develops annual operating and capital budgets.
Facility Needs, Design, and Management - Oversees facility master planning and development activities and develops proposals for SPLOST/TSPLOST projects.
General Administration - Develops and recommends Unified Government ordinances, enforces regulations; educates and assists general public; and issues citations.

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Parks Management, Recreation and Leisure Studies, or a course of study related to occupational field with five years of related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Five years of supervisory experience is required.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Certification as CPRP (Certified Parks and Recreation Professional) preferred.

WORK SCHEDULE:Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm. Some evenings, weekends, or holidays for departmental events. This position requires a non-traditional work schedule including weekend and holidays to attend Leisure Services sponsored events and programs, community meeting, Mayor and commission meetings, etc. Responds to emergency and after hour calls.