APPLY NOW - Director of Parks and Recreation - City of Frisco, TX
Frisco, Texas has spent two decades building a national reputation for growth done well and its parks system has been central to that story. The City is now seeking an experienced, community-minded executive to serve as its next Director of Parks and Recreation, stepping into leadership of a high-performing department at a pivotal moment: a newly adopted, resident-driven, master plan is charting the system's next decade, with roughly $230 million in park and trail capital projects underway or in design. And, the long-anticipated first phase of Grand Park, one of the largest undeveloped park sites in North Texas is under construction. This is an opportunity to shape the future of recreation, open space, and community connection in one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. The next Director will inherit a well-resourced, well-regarded department, with excellent organizational culture, and a City organization that treats parks and recreation as core to its identity – a strategic priority backed by sustained investment and engaged residents.
Located approximately 25 miles north of Dallas within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Frisco is one of the most notable success stories in American municipal growth. A farming community of roughly 6,000 residents as recently as the early 1990s, Frisco is now home to more than 245,000 people and continues to draw national attention for its quality of life, fiscal management, and economic vitality. Frisco's economy is anchored by a diverse and expanding base of corporate headquarters and major employers, and household incomes in the city rank well above state and national averages. With that, its population is becoming increasingly diverse as well. Frisco is consistently ranked among the best places to live in Texas and the nation and is nationally known for its sports and entertainment venues – including Toyota Stadium and a roster of professional and collegiate sports organizations, as well as its top-rated schools and family-oriented amenities.
Learn more about the City of Frisco, TX here!
Interested candidates should apply immediately! A first review of résumés is scheduled for November 2, 2026, but the City may close the recruitment at any time once a suitably strong group of candidates has been established. Submit your cover letter and résumé here.
Confidential inquiries are welcomed to Yolanda Miller, at yolanda@mosaicpublic.com or (916) 581-1433.
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