The Department strives to provide quality park and recreation services responsive to the needs of the citizens of Caroline County. Recreation services contribute directly to the Caroline County government vision, which is to ensure a safe vibrant community in Caroline County that, in partnership with its citizens, preserves the county's rural heritage.

The Department does this by actively involving citizens in the provision of services, partnering with other local government agencies to develop park facilities and specific recreation programs and by safely maintaining the park facilities under its direction. A 12-member Citizen's Advisory Board appointed by the Caroline County Commissioners also guides it.