City of Canton Community Center Manager

City of Canton•Canton OH 44707, OH

About The Position

The Community Center Manager oversees the daily operation of the Edward “Peel” Coleman Community Center under the supervision of the Recreation Superintendent. The role manages community programming, rental agreements, staff, customer service, membership services, community relations, and safety compliance. The manager works closely with the Recreation Superintendent and Recreation Department on facility operations, programming, rental schedules, and recommendations concerning budgets, capital projects, and public-use policies and procedures. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with occasional evening and weekend work required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, be a U.S. citizen or have a permanent resident card, and be a high school graduate or possess a GED. Applicants must submit a valid driver’s license or other photo ID with their application. Candidates may be subject to drug testing and a confidential background investigation, including criminal and driving record checks. Reasonable accommodation under the ADA is available upon request to qualified applicants.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
U.S. citizen or holder of a permanent resident card.
Able to read and write and have a good command of the English language.
Able to effectively manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, changing work environment.
Must submit a copy of a valid driver’s license or other photo ID with the application.
Candidates may be subject to drug testing and must receive a negative result for eligibility to be final.
Candidates may be subject to a confidential background investigation, including criminal and driving record checks.

Responsibilities

Manage the daily operation of the Edward “Peel” Coleman Community Center.
Oversee customer service, including membership services, community interface, and safety compliance.
Address complaints submitted to the Parks and Recreation office concerning programs, facility rentals, scheduling, and activities at the center.
Communicate daily with the Recreation Superintendent about operation of the community center and its property.
Supervise and manage all Community Center staff members.
Assess the outcomes of projects, programs, and initiatives carried out at the center.
Make professional recommendations to the Recreation Superintendent on center-related matters, including budget preparation, capital project requests, and public-use policies and procedures.
Manage all aspects of rental agreements for the community room.
Coordinate with the Recreation Department on programming and rental schedules for the gymnasium.
Plan, direct, and coordinate community programming and develop programs that serve the community and support Canton Parks and Recreation’s mission.
Follow the policies and procedures of Canton Parks and Recreation and the City of Canton.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Recreation Superintendent and/or Parks and Recreation Director.