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Director, Parks &Recreation;

Organization Website newwestcity.ca

Posting Date

September 2026

Location

Recent Westminster, BC

Salary Range (CAD)

$215,820 - $237,950

Organizational Profile

New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made their histories and connections to the land invisible. They are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands they are on.

As a central, urban hub in the Metro Vancouver area, and the province’s first incorporated city, the City of New Westminster delivers a broad spectrum of urban services to approximately 92,000 residents. New Westminster is a city rich in history, with a viable and thriving economy, a diverse and growing population reflective of the region, and a team of talented and dedicated staff who work together to achieve its strategic vision. The City of New Westminster has earned a proud reputation for sophisticated civic leadership, service delivery, and outstanding employee relations.

The City is focused on promoting opportunities across sectors such as health, education, and the knowledge-based and creative industries, while recognizing the important role retail, arts, and culture play in the community.

About the Role The City is seeking a creative and community-focused leader to meet the needs of a rapidly growing community, ensuring parks and recreational services remain accessible, impactful, and strategically aligned.





This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced parks and recreation leader with strategic leadership experience and a commitment to building effective, collaborative relationships across a complex municipal environment to lead the Parks and Recreation Department. The preferred candidate will hold a university degree in Recreation Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field, along with a minimum of ten (10) years of progressive responsibility in municipal parks and recreation services, including significant supervisory and leadership experience. The ideal candidate will have completed supplemental courses or a certificate in local government administration, business management, human resources, or leadership.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director, Parks & Recreation is a key member of the City’s Leadership Team contributing to corporate decision-making, working collaboratively across departments, and providing strategic and operational leadership for a diverse portfolio that includes recreation services and facilities, outdoor recreation, parks operations, urban forestry, natural areas, and parks planning.



The Director leads a multidisciplinary team, oversees significant operating and capital budgets, and works collaboratively with Council, community partners, First Nations, and other stakeholders to advance community priorities and organizational goals.

The Director is responsible for guiding the planning, development, and delivery of parks, facilities, programs, and services that enhance quality of life for residents. This role also plays a central part in implementing the City’s 10 Year People, Parks and Play Plan, helping to create inclusive, sustainable, and accessible parks and recreation opportunities while delivering major capital projects and long-term strategic initiatives.

The salary for this position is $215,820 to $237,950 supplemented by a comprehensive compensation and perks plan.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + Accessibility:

Harbour West Consulting believe equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility are essential for the organizations we serve to achieve the business goals they strive for. We believe that everyone - no matter their gender, racialized identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, political beliefs, family status, socioeconomic status, citizenship status, or Indigenous status – should have equitable access to our services, jobs, and opportunities. We strive to ensure processes unfold in a fair, transparent, timely, and open manner to include individuals previously underrepresented or discouraged from participating.

📌 Director, Parks & Recreation (Winnipeg)
🏢 City of New Westminster
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