Description
GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, supervises staff, manages facilities and coordinates the activities of a City Recreation Program.
Note: Advertised range is only to the midpoint. Full pay range is $55,188.59 to $77,999.38 annually.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
PRIMARYDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Coordinates and manages operations of a City Recreation Program; programs include special adult’s and children’s programs and facilities, recreation facilities, special events, youth activities and sports programs, child care and adaptive Recreation Programs.
- Plans, organizes, promotes and evaluates diversified special events, alternative activities, and special programs suited to the needs of participants and potential participants, including at-risk teens and special populations with both mental and physical disabilities. Manages facility operation and maintenance.
- Supervises and trains staff; prioritizes and assigns tasks; prepares work schedules; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; provides direction and guidance in technical and procedural issues. Coordinates facility volunteer program.
- Monitors operations, budget and expenses to identify and resolve problems and priorities.
- Promotes, organizes and stimulates good relationships with neighborhood and community groups and other agencies; interprets and explains City programs and philosophies to groups and individuals, community resources, committees, staff and volunteers.
- Communicates with general public, City departments, other agencies, vendors, contractors and others in order to promote, administer and coordinate program operations, special events and utilization of facilities.
- Reviews and evaluates the effectiveness of Recreation Programs and services in the community, and coordinates with local and regional organizations to develop plans to meet the community’s needs.
- Prepares operational, statistical, financial and analytical reports on Recreation Programs, facilities and special events; collects and summarizes statistical data for reports.
- Monitors and reviews trends in Recreation Programs, and recommends improvements.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervises aides, instructors, program staff and volunteer staff.
Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Public Administration or related field, and three (3) year’s Recreation Program experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements: Possession of a Valid Arizona Drivers License; specific technical training and certifications may be required.
Supplemental Information
Necessary Knowledge and Skills:
Knowledge of:
- City policies and procedures.
- Theories and philosophies of Recreation Programs, and the practical application to individual and group behavior.
- Principles and practices for management of Recreation Programs.
- Laws, ordinances, policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using municipal recreational facilities, programs and equipment.
- Principles of records management and program management.
- Basic principles of supervision and training.
Skill in:
- Developing recommendations for improvements of Recreation Programs and facilities.
- Interpreting and applying City policies and procedures.
- Inspiring confidence and enthusiasm, and working effectively with various groups and special populations.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with citizen groups, other government agencies and City departments.
- Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
- Operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software.
- Following and effectively communicating verbal and written instructions.