Greater Vallejo Recreation District is looking for a General Manager.

General Manager

Closing Date: Friday, July 24, 2026, at midnight 

Position Summary:

The General Manager plans, directs, and manages all GVRD operations, overseeing administrative functions, finance, human resources, park operations, and recreation services. The role serves as an ex officio member of the Greater Vallejo Recreation District Park, Open Space and Recreation Foundation, and as the District's Chief Financial Officer and Risk Manager. The General Manager coordinates activities, builds collaborations and partnerships with other agencies, organizations, and the public, and provides complex administrative support to the Board of Directors.

Ideal Candidate: 

The Board of Directors is seeking a forward-thinking and collaborative General Manager. The ideal candidate will support the Greater Vallejo Recreation District’s Mission, Vision, and Hallmark.

In addition, the General Manager will be an effective leader with experience in special districts, cities, counties, or equivalent public sectors, and strong fiscal management skills, including municipal budgeting and government fiscal operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a coaching and participative leadership style, be hands-on when necessary, maintain personal accountability, and communicate clear direction and expectations. Important competencies include public administration acumen; an outgoing and collaborative nature; the ability to partner with diverse stakeholders such as the City of Vallejo, community organizations, educational institutions, and local businesses; adaptability in setting priorities while ensuring organizational effectiveness; an enterprise mindset, resourcefulness in pursuing grants and fiscal opportunities; and proactive communication with the Board and the public

 The PDF below has all the details 

GVRD GM Recruitment - 6.29.26.pdf

To apply, see below:

To be considered, submit a cover letter and resume to apply@solutions-mrg.com with the subject line “GVRD General Manager.”

For questions, contact Liz Brown at lizbrown.hrconsulting@gmail.com