Parks Tacoma Employee Directory

Recreational FacilitiesWashington, United States201-500 Employees

Parks Tacoma is an independent government agency that provides parks, recreation, and zoological services for residents in the Tacoma area, including Browns Point and Dash Point. Established by voters in 1907, the agency maintains and cares for a diverse portfolio of parks and attractions, such as Point Defiance Park with its zoo and aquarium, a marina, historic Fort Nisqually, a botanical conservatory, golf courses, and waterfront parks along Ruston Way. Governed by an elected five-member Board of Park Commissioners, it serves a broad community by managing green spaces and family-focused recreational resources that contribute to regional quality of life.

Based in Tacoma, Washington, Parks Tacoma operates within the Recreational Facilities industry and serves a municipal audience through a network of 69 parks and attractions, including regional wildlife parks like Northwest Trek and related facilities. The organization coordinates facilities and programs to support outdoor recreation, biodiversity education, and cultural attractions, with governance and administration reflecting public-sector oversight. Recent regional leadership changes and collaborations suggest ongoing efforts to manage and expand park services while maintaining core recreational and zoological offerings.

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