Community Programs Supervisor

City of Hopewell•Recreation and Parks, VA

About The Position

Performs skilled human-support work planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs and activities for various age groups and special interests. Supervises assigned staff and completes related administrative duties. Work is performed under limited supervision. The role oversees the daily operations of the assigned division, including purchases, invoice payments, equipment maintenance and repairs, program records, and budget control. The position is also required to work all city-wide special events and emergency operations and acts as a liaison between the City and the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in recreation management or a related field, moderate experience planning, implementing, and evaluating recreation programs (including budgeting and scheduling), or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification required, or must be obtained within six months of hire.
General knowledge of public recreation or athletic programs and age-specific group behaviors.
General knowledge of implementing recreational Senior Center programs.
General knowledge of recreational childcare programming, standards, and guidelines.
At least two years of supervisory, managerial, and/or leadership skills.
Teaching, oral, and written communication skills.
Organization, business management, and computer skills.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to deal with all levels of the general public and tailor appropriate programs to respective age groups.
Ability to drive a van or minibus with up to 14 passengers.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize and complete detail-oriented assignments in a timely manner.

Nice To Haves

Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certification.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, train, direct, supervise, evaluate, coach, and discipline division staff, volunteers, and contractors.
Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate recreation programs for the assigned division, including age-based programs, summer camps, events, trips, and classes.
Ensure transportation services for Active Adults.
Oversee daily division operations, including purchases, invoice payments, and equipment maintenance and repairs.
Develop and produce flyers and other marketing materials to publicize programs and events.
Input, maintain, and update programs, events, and activities in the department database.
Maintain records and reports on program materials, supplies, equipment, and monetary activities, including payroll data.
Prepare and control the budget for the assigned division.
Research grants, funding, and external resources for assigned programs, and participate in fundraising for specific projects.
Work all city-wide special events and emergency operations.
Act as liaison between the City and the community.