This position is open until filled. Applications are being reviewed as they are received.
This is responsible administrative work responsible for the management of a comprehensive municipal recreation program including directing and overseeing recreation programs and services. Work involves planning, coordinating, programming, implementing and evaluating programs; coordinating budgeting efforts of the recreation program section; and supervising numerous staff in compliance with rules and regulations.
SUPERVISION
Employee works under the general guidance of the Recreation & Operations Superintendent. Employee must have the ability to develop and implement comprehensive recreation programs, handle interpersonal and disciplinary situations among participants and employees, handle program eligibility questions and problems, negotiate various contracts, manage staff, oversee program budgets, develop effective monitoring and evaluating systems, establish effective goals and objectives and performance measures, develop and monitor safety programs, and effectively market programs and facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF WORK
Plans, coordinates, supervises, assigns, and implements recreation programs, activities and special events; prepares quarterly and seasonal programming; coordinates services offered; ensures balance in program offerings; oversees contracts with instructors, corporate and media sponsors, concessionaires and other service providers
Supervises administrative, seasonal, instructional, programming staff; recruits, interviews, and hires employees; trains staff; conducts performance evaluations; approves leave; makes recommendations for discipline; prepares and submits payroll
Monitors registration and attendance of classes and programs; assesses feasibility and public interest; cancels classes and programs as needed; submits reports on programs and activities
Review and evaluate all recreation programs. Makes recommendations for change and improvements as required to meet public demand.
Provide guidance and establish an improved process for the Community Recreation Guide that is published six times a year.
Evaluates and recommends pricing/ fees for all Recreation Services that are current with the market and appropriate to reach operational and cost recovery goals.
Administers the programming space including managing facility schedules and rentals; oversees food service operations; ensures proper maintenance of equipment and vehicles
Prepares and proposes annual program and services budgets; monitors budget; provides ongoing financial, activity and attendance information and reports to supervisor; monitors purchase orders and requisitions for all events, equipment, and supply needs; maintains personnel and administrative records and reports; develops and monitors goals and objectives and performance measures
Develops, recommends and ensures follow through with policies and procedures concerning recreation programming to meet citizen needs; evaluates and revises program needs based on interest and attendance; develops procedural manuals
Negotiates contracts with instructors, concessionaires, and other agencies providing program services; monitors contract compliance; documents expenditures and makes estimates
Works with other departments/divisions to ensure projects are finished and problems corrected Maintains ongoing safety awareness program and reviews safety of each program and facility
Recommends capital improvement projects and community development projects relating to the Recreation Division
Develops, establishes, and monitors partnerships with schools and outside organizations
Develops and oversees training programs and manuals for Recreation Division staff
Assists in planning and implementing timely publicity and promotional information
Maintains Accreditation standards in program planning
Assist Department Director with special projects
Serves on various committees and boards; makes presentations and speeches at meetings and other community events
Responds to patron questions, requests, concerns; resolves problems
Performs other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK
Possession of a Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation Administration or other related field. Five to seven years of progressive experience in an administrative capacity with supervisory experience or any equivalent combination or training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, assign, and evaluate the work of subordinate staff
Ability to manage budgets and project expenditures and revenues
Ability to analyze community recreation needs and to develop and evaluate programs and services that meet the needs of the community
Ability to supervise and guide the work of seasonal and full-time employees
Ability to guide the work of volunteers
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with co-workers and staff, civic leaders, public officials, program participants, and the general public
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, community members, contractors, other agencies and the general public
Ability to keep records and prepare clear and concise written reports
Ability to develop and utilize computer applications where appropriate
Ability to research and develop new and revised project proposals
Ability to develop and monitor marketing and promotional strategies
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Possession of a valid Ohio driver's license {An Ohio commercial driver's license may be required)
Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred
Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
Computer knowledge in Word, Excel, RecTrac and Google Suite products
