The Town of Brookline, a culturally diverse community of 62,000 surrounded on three sides by Boston, is accepting applications for the Director of Parks and Open Space position. The Town of Brookline has an exceptional network of historically significant, well-maintained, and beautifully designed parks and open spaces that are highly valued community assets critical to our residents' quality of life. The Director reports to the Public Works Commissioner and is responsible for managing, organizing, and directing all activities of the Parks and Open Space Division, including the planning, design, acquisition, construction, and maintenance of Town parks, playgrounds, cemeteries, street and park trees, school grounds, town grounds, athletic fields, conservation areas, and small green open spaces. The Division administers environmental laws and policies, open space protection and management, water resources management, and open space planning initiatives and is responsible for weather-related emergency response operations, including snow, ice, forestry and severe storm events. A demonstrated leadership role that prioritizes diversity and inclusion; the Director coordinates park and open space projects and operations with all Public Works Divisions, other Town Departments, boards, commissions, and outside agencies to ensure the professional and timely completion of Division goals and initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits

The starting salary range for this position is $125,768-148,149. The Town of Brookline offers an attractive compensation and benefit package. The position is open until filled.

For job requirements and more information please visit: https://www.brooklinema.gov/1415/Job-Opportunities-NEW