Assistant Recreation Superintendent

City of Bellevue Nebraska•Bellevue, NE

43d•$31 - $42•Hybrid

About The Position

Assists in the planning, maintaining and directing a comprehensive city-wide recreational program, and promoting tourism in order to ensure the efficient provision of services to the community. An incumbent will be required to work varying hours during the week, including evenings and weekends.

Requirements

Ability to uphold the City’s mission statement and core values in the performance of job duties.
Knowledge of and experience in applying the methods, techniques, materials and equipment used in the development, implementation and maintenance of public recreation programs.
Knowledge of the standard requirements of building new indoor and outdoor facilities and game fields in order to conduct recreation programs.
Knowledge of safety rules and precautions related to recreation, crafts, sports and swimming pool operation.
Knowledge of competitive sports and the rules and regulations by which they are governed.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize the English language, proper grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation.
Ability to promote a safe working environment for all employees by training them on safety awareness, policies and procedures.
Ability to perform supervisory functions, such as staffing, scheduling work, assigning work duties, training personnel, handling employee complaints, conducting performance evaluations, recommending disciplinary actions, and making hiring/firing recommendations.
Ability to enforce rules and regulations to ensure departmental compliance with applicable local ordinance and code, state statute, and federal laws and regulations that govern the activities of the department.
Ability to plan, implement, evaluate, organize and direct diversified recreational programs adapted to community preferences and needs.
Ability to work with a variety of age groups with diverse needs in social, physical and athletic activities and programs.
Ability to plan and organize a personal work schedule, set priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to perform job duties efficiently while managing frequent interruptions.
Ability to perform job duties with thoroughness, accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations in the performance of job duties.
Ability to deal with the general public in a courteous and tactful manner, exercising discretion and diplomacy.
Ability to exercise independent judgment in the performance of job duties.
Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written instructions.
Ability to accurately prepare and maintain various records, reports, correspondence and other departmental documents.
Ability to perform computer input and retrieval functions utilizing a variety of hardware and software programs.
Ability to operate standard office equipment in the performance of job duties, i.e. fax machine, copier, personal computer, calculator, etc.
Ability to communicate effectively, in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate a City vehicle, safely and in compliance with traffic laws and regulations, in the performance of job duties.
Ability to apply departmental policies and procedures in the performance of job duties.
Ability to apply proper telephone etiquette.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, governmental officials, co-workers and supervisors.
Must possess a valid driver’s license at the time of hire, and maintain it throughout the course of employment.
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Recreation or a related field.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience conducting organized recreational activities.

Responsibilities

Assists in the planning, maintaining and directing a diversified city-wide recreation program for all age groups which includes but is not limited to social, physical and athletic activities, programs and civic meetings.
Assists in the scheduling, organizing and instructing various programs and activities, including but not limited to, special events, year-round athletic leagues, family and youth recreation programs, etc.
Inspects recreation fields and facilities for proper use and maintenance to ensure continuous operation of departmental services.
Assists in the operation of the community swimming pools, including, but not limited to, planning and scheduling programs and classes, and overseeing daily operations.
Assists in preparing activity and program schedules including setting rules, regulations, guideline and fee structures.
Collects registration and rental fees for programs and facilities and issues permits for ball field usage.
Assists in the coordination of city recreation facilities and programs with community organizations and inspects recreational facilities and programs for proper operating procedures.
Assists in the recruitment of volunteers, coaches, sponsors, sports officials for various social and athletic activities and programs.
Assists in promoting and publicizing programs and activities through the local media, community organizations and the school system.
Assists in receiving donations from various individuals and/or civic groups, then disburses the money either according to greatest need or the donor’s request, at the discretion of the Recreation Superintendent.
Maintains records regarding recreation program attendance and community response.
Assists in the direction of the operation of the Historical sites, assists in the supervising and schedules the tourism staff.
Assists in the evaluation and analysis of recreation areas, facilities and services and their benefit to the community.
Assists in preparing the annual divisional budget; recommends equipment and materials for purchase; review and approves requisitions, specifications and purchase orders covering all expenditures.
Assists in supervisory functions, such as staffing, scheduling work, assigning work duties, training personnel, handling employee complaints, conducting performance evaluations, recommending disciplinary actions, and making hiring/firing recommendations.
Assists in developing departmental plans, goals, policies and procedures.
Assists in developing programs to reduce costs or improve services within the department.
Assists in making daily operational decisions for the department.
Assists in ensuring the department is compliant with applicable local ordinance and code, state statute, and federal laws and regulations that govern the activities of the department.
Assist in preparing and maintaining various records, reports, correspondence and other departmental documents.
Investigates complaints from employees or the public and takes steps to remedy conditions that have caused complaints.
Assists in promoting a safe working environment for all employees through various activities, including, but not limited to, conducting safety awareness education, reviewing and recommending safety policies, enforcing safety procedures, and reporting and investigating work related accidents.
Assists in directing and participating in departmental functions at all skill levels, as needed.
Attends various training courses, seminars and conferences to maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in job-related skills and techniques.
Assists in coordinating work and assignments with other departments, outside agencies and private contractors.
Assists in providing guidance in various departmental tasks, including, but not limited to, correcting operating problems and ensuring the maintenance of departmental performance standards.
Assists the Grants Coordinator with the preparation of grant applications and the administration of grant funding in accordance with contracts, as related to recreation programs.
Operates a City vehicle, safely and in compliance with traffic laws and regulations, in the performance of job duties.
Operates standard office equipment in the performance of job duties, i.e. fax machines, copier, personal computer, calculator, etc.
Performs computer input and retrieval functions utilizing a variety of hardware and software programs.
Performs accurate mathematical calculations in the performance of job duties.
Performs job duties efficiently while managing frequent interruptions.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with vendors, the general public, governmental officials, supervisors and co-workers.
Attendance at assigned work location is an essential function.
Performs other duties as directed or as the situation dictates.