Robert Hunter has been appointed Coral Springs Director of Parks and Recreation, according to City Manager Frank Babinec.
Hunter, 48, joined the city in 2018 as Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation. In February 2020, he was named Interim Director. Since the COVID-19 pandemic forced the closure of city parks, Hunter and his team have worked to improve the aesthetics of our park grounds and facilities.
“I am confident in Rob’s ability to reimagine our city’s parks, from league expansion, updates to facilities and staff realignment. Rob’s experience in Parks and Recreation and leadership practices, have proven he is the right person to lead the department,” said City Manager Frank Babinec.
Born and raised in Murrysville, Pennsylvania, Hunter attended Slippery Rock University and began his public service career as a Youth Coordinator, followed by Recreation Director in Penn Hills, PA, before returning to his hometown to serve as its recreation director. Prior to joining Coral Springs, he served as the Director of Parks and Recreation for West Feliciana Parish in Saint Francisville, Louisiana.
Hunter holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education, specializing in sport management. He is also a certified lifeguard, playground safety inspector and attended aquatics facility training.