Job Information
City of Saint Paul Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Job Duties
Saint Paul Parks and Recreation is hiring two Deputy Directors to strengthen its executive leadership team. These roles support the Director in advancing high-quality services, strong operations, and meaningful community impact across the park system.
Deputy Director – Operations and Organizational Services
Leads the systems and infrastructure that support service delivery across the department. This role oversees financial management, human resources, and internal operations, while advancing efficient processes, strong workforce practices, and effective coordination of capital projects and partnerships.
Here's what you can expect to do:
•Direct financial oversight of operating, capital, and grant resources
•Lead human resources strategy, workforce development, and labor relations
•Strengthen internal systems, processes, and technology to improve efficiency
•Coordinate capital planning and project implementation with internal and external partners
Deputy Director – Community Recreation & Youth Development
Leads citywide recreation and youth development programs, with a focus on welcoming, accessible services for all communities. This role oversees recreation centers, youth initiatives, and partnerships, while strengthening program quality, community connections, and long-term sustainability.
Here's what you can expect to do:
•Provide leadership for recreation center operations and youth development initiatives
•Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community organizations, and public safety
•Advance equitable access, participation, and community engagement
•Support program sustainability through earned revenue strategies and service alignment
Minimum Education Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, or a related field and five (5) years of public administration experience, three (3) of which relate to the field of Parks and Recreation.
A combination of education and experience to equal 9 years or more can be used to qualify for the position.
Minimum Experience Required
A Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Landscape Architecture, Environmental Sciences, or a related field and five (5) years of public administration experience, three (3) of which relate to the field of Parks and Recreation.
A combination of education and experience to equal 9 years or more can be used to qualify for the position.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
2
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Physical Required
No
Drug Test Required
No
Compensation
$118,497.60 - $175,968.00 / Annually
Postal Code
55102
Place of Work
Hybrid
Requisition ID
26-UNCL-01697
Job Type
Full Time
Job Benefits
Health & Insurance Benefits
Employer-paid 100% of single health insurance premiums and 80% of dependent coverage
Employer-paid life insurance equal to 1.5x annual salary
Short-term and long-term disability coverage provided by the City
Time Off & Work-Life Balance
17–29 days of paid vacation annually
6 personal leave days each year (cashed out if unused)
11 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave up to 8 weeks (320 hours)
Financial & Retirement Benefits
Deferred compensation match up to $2,500 annually
Eligibility for additional employer contributions
Potential for recognition pay up to 5% of annual salary based on performance
Application Link
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stpaul/jobs/5280678/deputy-director-of-parks-and-recreation?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs