CARTERSVILLE, GEORGIA – December 6, 2024
The City of Cartersville is pleased to announce the appointment of David Archer Jr. as the new Director
of Parks and Recreation. Archer brings extensive experience in athletic administration and program
development, making him well-qualified to lead the city’s eForts in enhancing recreational services and
community engagement.
Archer has served as the deputy director of services and programs for the Cartersville Parks and
Recreation Department since 2023. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing program
development, managing staF, and coordinating with local organizations to oFer a wide range of
recreational opportunities. His leadership has contributed to the department’s increased program
oFerings and improved community outreach.
Before his tenure at the Parks and Recreation Department, Archer was the athletic director and boys’
basketball coach at Excel Christian Academy from 2020 to 2023. During this time, he successfully
revitalized the school’s athletic programs and led the boys’ basketball team to a regional championship
and state runner-up finish.
From 2009 to 2017 Archer served as the Director of Athletics and Head Men’s Basketball Coach at
Chattahoochee Technical College where he oversaw the development and management of
intercollegiate athletics, intramurals, and wellness programs. In addition to his administrative duties, he
led the men’s basketball team to several national rankings, including a state championship in 2009-10,
and earned multiple coaching honors. In 2017, Archer took on the role of Coordinator of Recreation and
Wellness in which led development, implementation, and management of a new initiative to provide
comprehensive wellness programs for students, faculty, and staF.
Archer holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from Kennesaw State University, as well as
graduate coursework in sports management from Drake University. He is committed to fostering a strong
sense of community involvement and excellence in recreational services.
“I am both humble and grateful for the opportunity to serve as the next Director of Parks & Recreation for
the City of Cartersville,” Archer said. “I understand the gravity and importance of the position, and
pledge, collectively as a staF, we will work diligently to meet and exceed our Mayor and Council’s
expectations – as well as those of our community, particularly as we forge ahead amidst unprecedented
growth.”
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