The City of Covington is currently accepting applications for a Parks and Recreation Director.  The position performs a variety of complex and administrative work in planning, developing, scheduling, directing and implementing a year-round, city-wide parks and recreation program.  Desired minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in parks administration, recreation, education, or physical education including course work in organization and administration, and Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in parks and recreation programs.  Salary range for this position is $63,710 - $70,500 DOQ with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement through the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System, paid time off, and paid sick leave options.  Interested candidate must submit a cover letter, resume, at least five (5) job related references and a City of Covington job application by 5:00 p.m. Friday June 19, 2021.  The job application and additional information may be found at the City of Covington’s website: http://www.covingtontn.com/.  All materials should be emailed to: trose@covingtontn.com.  Any questions, please call 901-475-7170 or email HR Director, Tiny Rose at trose@covingtontn.com.  Interviews times and locations will be set after the application process closes on June 19, 2021.  EOE