COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR

This recruitment is open for two weeks and will close on Thursday, August 6, 2026.

Pay Grade: 123

Annual Salary Range: $ 163,900 - $241,700

The successful candidate’s placement in the salary range will depend upon previous experience in a similar role.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 13 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Day
• Vacation Accrual starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $ 66.11 /month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 11.98% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution
• Position is eligible for up to 56 hours of exempt leave and 24 hours of floating holiday leave

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:

Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division: Community Services

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Job Number:

RC# 902487

DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

This position provides executive-level leadership, strategic direction, and administrative oversight for the Community Services Department that includes the Tempe Public Library, Recreation Services, Park Services, and Arts and Culture Services. Prepares and implements the annual operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for the department. Coordinates assigned activities with other city departments and outside agencies, and provides highly responsible, complex administrative support to city management staff and the City Council. Serves as a key member of the City’s Senior Management Team and reports directly to the City Manager’s Office.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• ¿¿Administers, plans, and directs the activities of the Tempe Public Library, Recreation Services, Park Services, and Arts and Culture Services. ¿
• Advises, consults with, and provides information to the City Manager and Deputy City Managers regarding the Community Services Department and its programs.
• Ensure quality parks, facilities, library, recreation programs and services provided for youth, adults, and community.
• ¿¿Administers and directs comprehensive programs; formulates and recommends policies, regulations and practices for carrying out the program; consults with and advise city staff on the coordination of various phases of city policies, practices, ordinances and resolutions.¿
• ¿¿Directs, oversees, and participates in the development of the department's work plan. Assigns work activities, projects, and programs. Reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures.¿
• ¿¿Develops and implements the annual CIP program for the department including park and facility renovations and maintenance, aquatics facilities, asset management projects, and other projects.
• ¿Supervises and participates in the development and administration of the department operating budget. Directs forecasting for staffing, equipment, materials, and supply needs; monitors and approves expenditures; and implements mid-year adjustments.¿
• Coordinates departmental activities with other city departments, external agencies and organizations. Prepares and presents staff reports, correspondence, and presentations before the City Council, boards, commissions, and community organizations.
• May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Eight (8) years of experience: management experience in recreation, visual or performing arts, library services, parks services, cultural services, management /administration, or related experience.

Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, Parks and Recreation Management, Arts Administration, Library Science (MLIS or MLS) or related field.

Additional:

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following:

• Criminal history review

For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:

Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

This position is FLSA Exempt which means employees are not eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are part of the Senior Management Team (SMT)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.