Located in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley, just minutes from Downtown Los Angeles, the City of Alhambra is a vibrant, diverse, and welcoming community known for its rich cultural heritage, exceptional neighborhoods, and strong sense of civic pride. Home to approximately 82,000 residents, Alhambra offers an outstanding quality of life through its blend of historic character, thriving business districts, outstanding dining and shopping, and convenient regional access throughout Southern California. Parks, recreation programs, community centers, aquatic facilities, and community events are central to the City's commitment to enhancing residents' quality of life. From youth enrichment and senior services to cultural programming, special events, and lifelong recreation opportunities, the City strives to provide inclusive, innovative, and high-quality services that foster healthy lifestyles, strengthen neighborhoods, and create meaningful opportunities for residents of every age, background, and ability.

Under the general direction of the City Manager and Assistant City Manager, the Director of Parks and Recreation provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for all departmental operations, including recreation programming, park services, personnel management, financial administration, policy development, community partnerships, and long-range planning. The City seeks an experienced, collaborative, and visionary leader who understands the increasingly important role parks and recreation plays in promoting community health, social connection, cultural enrichment, and overall quality of life. This is an outstanding opportunity to lead a highly visible department that has a meaningful impact on residents while serving as a key member of the City's executive leadership team.

The monthly salary range for the Director of Parks and Recreation is $ 14,028.57 – 18,262.50; placement within this range is dependent on qualifications and experience. If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please visit our website at www.bobmurrayassoc.com to apply online. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call Ms. Yasmin Beers at (916) 784-9080.

Filing Deadline: October 2, 2026

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