Director of Parks & Recreation
Danielle Kugler
11 Lafayette St. St. Marys, PA 15857
dkugler@stmaryspa.gov
(814) 781-1718 ext 732
PARK PROGRAMMING
The City of St. Marys Parks & Recreation Department uses "RecDesk", a secure, cloud-based registration system, for all program and facility registrations/reservations. All registrations for departmental programs must be completed through this system. Creating an account is quick and only needs to be done once per household. Registration through our online platform is processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Placement in programs is secured upon successful registration and payment.
Through RecDesk, participants can:
- Register for programs and summer camps online
- Make secure payments (3% credit card processing fee applies)
- View account history and receipts
- Update household and emergency contact information
For reservations and facility rentals, please call the park office at 814-781-1718 ext: 732.
2026 Summer Registration Dates:
- Residents of St. Marys: Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00AM
- Non-Residents: Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00AM
2026 ACTIVITY GUIDE
The Activity Guide is designed to help you decide what to sign up for. It's a promotional and informative guide showcasing basics on the following:
- Youth Summer Camps
- Youth Sports
- Adult Sports
- Special Events
2026 PARENT/GUARDIAN HANDBOOKS
Our Parent/Guardian Handbooks serve as a comprehensive guide to everything families need to know before and during Camp Curiosity and Camp Discovery. They outline important policies, procedures, expectations, safety guidelines, and daily operations to help ensure a smooth and positive experience for every camper. The handbooks include information on drop-off and pick-up procedures, behavior expectations, health and safety policies, what to bring to camp, communication protocols, emergency procedures, frequently asked questions. The handbooks go further into detail on the specifics of camps such as time, dates, location, etc. Parents/guardians will be responsible for viewing the handbook prior to registering or sending their child to camp.
COMMUNITY POOL
Click below to view the 2025 Feasibility Study completed by Counsilman-Hunsaker.
Click below to view the City Manager's statement on the 2026 closure.
Click below to view the 2026 Safety Inspection Report completed by Stahl Sheaffer Engineering.
2025 FEASIBILITY STUDY
DONATIONS & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The department partners with See My Legacy, a secure online platform that allows individuals and businesses to contribute directly to our programs, special events, facility improvements, and community initiatives.
Visit our donation page through See My Legacy, select the fund, program or event you'd like to support, and complete your contribution online with no account needed!
Your support helps maintain safe parks, expand youth and adult programming, and create meaningful experiences for residents and visitors.
EMPLOYMENT
The City of St. Marys Parks & Recreation Department offers seasonal and part-time employment opportunities throughout the year. We are committed to providing a positive work environment and meaningful public service experience. The City of St. Marys is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment and to ensuring equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training and termination.
How to Apply:
- Download and Complete the PHEAA and City Application Form
- Submit Resume, References, & Applications HERE
- We will review all applications and contact you if you are selected for an interview.
- Successful candidates will be scheduled for an interview and notified of next steps
2026 Current Seasonal Openings:
- Recreation Program Assistant
- 8 Openings
- Sports Facilities/Concession Assistant
- 8 Openings
- Park Maintenance Assistant
- 2 Openings
