The Town of Scarborough is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader with strong communication skills, experience with municipal budgets, and demonstrated project management success as the next Director of Community Services. The candidate in this position will lead an energetic team in planning, developing, and supervising a wide variety of recreational, cultural, and social opportunities. The Director is responsible for the day-to-day management and administration of a multi-faceted department by setting the strategic direction, developing policies, establishing budgets, evaluating programs, and creating systems and standards to ensure efficient and effective department operations while actively and visibly supporting the Town’s vision. The Director is a member of the Town’s leadership team and reports to the Town Manager.
Core Duties: The Community Services Department oversees and manages municipal park systems, beaches, playgrounds, trails, child care programs, senior citizen programs, special events, community television services, community program offerings, recreational activities and Town and School facilities. The Director leads a full-time staff of 19 employees, 40 – 60 seasonal employees, and manages a budget of more than $2.7 million, 86% of which is covered by non-tax revenue. Essential functions include developing and maintaining strong partnerships with public and private sector interests including local jurisdictions, state agencies, non-profit organizations, and corporations; promoting interest in Town programs through correspondence, public speaking, and the media; evaluating recreational needs, activities, and facilities; resolving complaints and/or problems and recommending corrective actions; promoting safety and implementing and complying with all federal and state regulations; serving on committees as directed; pursuing grant opportunities and innovative sources of funding.
Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in recreation, public administration, parks and recreation management, or a related field, with a minimum of five years of progressively responsible management experience in municipal parks, recreation, and community services. Professional certification in job related field; e.g., project management, parks and recreation, child care, organic pesticides, etc. This position requires outstanding communication and public speaking skills, municipal budgeting experience, proficiency with the advanced features of word-processing, database management, and spreadsheet programs. Experience with MUNIS system is preferred. The ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with municipal officials and the public is required. Driver’s license with excellent driving record is required. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who is committed to public service, parks, and recreation programming within the community. Any equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
All job applicants are required to apply online: https://applitrack.com/townofscarborough/onlineapp/
Applications must be received by November 24, 2024. The Town of Scarborough offers a competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement, paid time off, dental, vision, and other supplemental benefits.
- Equal Opportunity Employer-
Scarborough is a diverse community with a commitment to the quality of life and the environment. Scarborough offers lovely sandy beaches and the rocky coastline made famous by a local artist, Winslow Homer. The largest saltwater marsh in Maine is located within our boundaries along with Rachel Carson Wildlife lands. We also have a balance with our commercial businesses. The newest area for businesses to locate in Scarborough is along the Haigis Parkway, located right at Exit 42 off the Maine Turnpike. We are a suburban community that offers open spaces, parks and recreational areas for our residents and visitors.
Scarborough is conveniently located in Cumberland County in southern Maine, approximately 7 miles south of the City of Portland. It is just a short drive to Portland and the Maine Mall with easy access to the Maine Turnpike, Portland Jetport and now passenger rail service to Boston and points south. The Scarborough Town Hall is located at 259 U.S. Route 1, just south of the junction of Rt. 1 and Black Point Road/Gorham Road.
