The St. Lawrence County Seat

Village/Town Rec Department Seeks Director

May 10, 2021

Following a period of assessment and evaluation, the Canton Recreation Department has opened a search for a full-time Recreation Director responsible for overseeing year-round recreation activities and programs. Primary responsibilities include developing and managing recreation programs for Canton residents of all ages and abilities; scheduling and managing all recreation facilities, parks, and trails; supervising recreation, facility, and maintenance staff; interacting with patrons and stakeholders, and planning for a robust and sustainable program.

Canton’s Recreation Program is a shared service between the Village and the Town; the Recreation Director reports to the Mayor in conjunction with the joint Town/Village Recreation Committee. A full job description can be found here.

Recreation Director is a Civil Service position; appointment will be provisional dependent on successful fulfillment of the Civil Service exam requirements. Compensation package commensurate with experience.

Send application, letter of interest, and resume to Recreation Committee, Village of Canton, 60 Main Street, Canton, NY 13617 or [email protected]. Deadline: Friday, May 28, 2021, by 4pm.  The Village of Canton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last modified: May 18, 2021