Assistant Parks and Recreation Manager (Wheatley Heights Sports Complex)

City Of San Antonio, TX•San Antonio, TX

57d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, is responsible for assisting in the management of daily operations and activities of an assigned Division or Section. Responsibilities may include the planning, maintenance and operation of parks, natural areas, recreation centers, programs, swimming pools, playgrounds and facilities throughout the City dependent on area of assignment. Exercises direct and functional supervision over assigned staff. This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. TheWheatley Heights Sports Complexis a sports venue that includes an artificial turf football field, a nine-lane running track, stadium seating for 5,000 spectators and support services buildings, administrative offices, an event hall, and several multi-sport grass fields.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Five (5) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in recreation administration, sports management, or similar discipline.
Experience in sports field programs, operations and turf maintenance.
3-5 years experience in recreation programming, event planning, project management.
Experience in developing, establishing, fostering relationships with key stakeholders.
3-5 years of supervisory experience

Responsibilities

Initiates, supervises and evaluates the execution of park programs and/or the operation and maintenance of assigned parks and facilities through on-site inspections.
Establishes short and long-range division priorities, goals and objectives.
Evaluates program and operational services to include the preparation of special and regular reports and traveling to program sites for monitoring and evaluation.
May assist in negotiating contracts and agreements.
Serves as liaison to the community, neighborhood organizations, public and/or private agencies to include responding to citizen inquiries and complaints and/or developing informational presentations including attending meetings with other City staff, private business representatives and/or community groups at various locations throughout the City.
May write promotional or educational articles for various public or professional publications and may attend City-wide promotional events as part of program marketing opportunities.
Assists in budget preparation and administration.
Assists in preparation of grant applications.
May solicit sponsorships for programs and special events.
Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff.
Transports participants in City vehicles for programs or facility tours.
Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.