Parks and Leisure Services Assistant Director (Vestavia Hills)

Requirements

• The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:
• Driver' license
• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Sports Administration, Public Administration, Physical Education (or a related degree that includes coursework in business, or accounting, or management, program/event planning, legal issues, and leisure/athletics).
• Experience supervising entry and professional level employees which includes planning and assigning work, delegating tasks, reviewing work, providing disciplinary measures, coaching and training employees, and conducting performance appraisals.
• Experience assisting with budget preparation and administration, such as researching vendors, obtaining price quotations, gathering cost information, and submitting budget requests for equipment, supplies, programs, events, and operational needs.
• TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:
• Department Operations Management: Assists the Director with managing the daily operations and administrative functions of the Parks and Leisure Services Department to support efficient departmental operations and service delivery.
• Staff Supervision and Coordination: Supervises departmental personnel, including coordinators, event planners, administrative staff, maintenance personnel, and senior services staff, by assigning work, monitoring performance, providing guidance, and supporting operational needs.
• Facility Operations Oversight: Oversees operations and maintenance coordination for parks, recreational facilities, and departmental properties to ensure facilities are safe, functional, and properly maintained.
• Customer Service and Registration Coordination: Coordinates memberships, registrations, front desk operations, and customer service activities related to departmental programs and services to support resident participation, efficient operations, and positive customer experiences.
• Financial and Purchasing Administration: Assists with departmental financial administration by coordinating receivables, payables, purchasing activities, and budget-related processes in collaboration with the Finance Department and administrative staff.
• Community and Organizational Liaison Activities: Serves as a liaison with community organizations, vendors, contractors, athletic associations, and partner agencies to coordinate recreational, wellness, athletic, and community programs and activities.
• Recreation and Community Event Coordination: Assists with the planning, development, and implementation of recreational programs, citywide events, festivals, concerts, arts and crafts activities, athletic programs, and other community engagement initiatives.
• Marketing and Communications Coordination: Collaborates with staff and marketing personnel to develop and distribute departmental publications, promotional materials, and activity guides to communicate program offerings, services, and community events.
• Operational Planning and Process Improvement: Monitors departmental operations and programming activities to identify opportunities for process improvements, operational efficiencies, enhanced community services, and new programming initiatives, and as

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Additional Information

TARGET CLOSE DATE: 07/06/2026 PAY GRADE: Grade 31 TYPE: Full time JOB SUMMARY: The City of Vestavia Hills is seeking a motivated Parks and Leisure Services Assistant Director to assist with the administration and operational oversight of the Parks and Leisure Services Department. Responsibilities include supporting personnel management, recreational programming, senior services, memberships and registrations, special events, customer service, community partnerships, and financial administration. The incumbent serves as the Director's primary assistant, supervises staff, supports strategic initiatives, and helps ensure the effective delivery of programs and services to residents. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The City of Vestavia Hills provides competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. The pay range for this job is presented below: $89,689 - $139,152

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