Park & Recreation Manager- North Region Recreation Centers

Mecklenburg County•Charlotte, NC

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Did you know that Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation proudly hosts many community events each year? Hummingbird Festival, The Senior Games and Festival in the Park are just a few that our employees and residents look forward to every year! Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department (MCPRD) strives to enrich the lives of our residents. We do this by providing exciting and safe recreational amenities and programs, change to improve our resident’s fitness levels and decrease health care costs. This contributes to a sense of community through events and spaces for the public to socialize, thereby increasing property values and providing tourism venues. We protect open space, natural areas, and our treasured tree canopy through stewardship. We play a critical role in ensuring Mecklenburg County achieves its vision that the county “will be a community of pride and choice for people to LIVE, WORK and RECREATE.” The department serves a population exceeding one million residents and serves the City of Charlotte, six towns, and the unincorporated areas of the county covering 523 square miles. In addition, the department manages over 21,000 acres and 230+ parks, nature preserves, greenways and facilities. The Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department is continually recognized for its cutting-edge programs, state-of-the-art facilities and unique partnerships. Our success is rooted in our staff. If you are interested in joining a dynamic team, dedicated to building a better community, and being recognized as leaders both in our community and across the country, then Mecklenburg County has great opportunities for you. This position will oversee budgeting, recreation programming, and daily operations at multiple recreation facilities within our North Region. The incumbent will be responsible for participating in the strategic planning and planning for long- and short-range growth and development for 5 traditional recreation centers. This position will also be responsible for researching and developing new programs and developing/modifying existing facility policies and procedures. This full-time position may require the incumbent to work evenings and weekends depending on business needs. By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!

Requirements

Minimum of six (6) years of experience in area of assignment
One (1) year of supervisory experience or completion of an approved supervisory training program
Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina’s Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges
First Aid/CPR Certification
Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Certification
5+ years of recreation facility management experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

Manage one of the park regions, recreation or nature centers and sports facilities to include staff, budgeting, purchasing, revenue attainment, human resource management, contract management, networking with neighborhood associations and other community organizations to provide recreational services
Administer a fiscal management, develop annual budgets, monitor expenses and revenues
Oversee maintenance management plan for assigned area and evaluate the effectiveness of the maintenance plan to provide clean, safe and attractive parks or facilities
Assess assigned area conditions and recommends long range park capital needs
Determine public community workshop schedules with citizens and implements workshop strategy to achieve community input
Assess community needs and priorities and develops recommendations and action plans based upon professional standards and judgment
Network with towns, churches, other government agencies, businesses, CMPD, outside organizations etc.
Provide leadership and direction for asset management of facilities
Monitor and coordinate opening, closing, customer service, security and safety
Maintain, monitor and inspect inventories of equipment, supplies, rolling stock, facilities and undeveloped properties
Facilitate the flow of information across department and division staffs
Serve as the staff liaison to a district advisory council to include arranging meetings, establishing agendas and submitting minutes
May need to response to emergency situations
Approve contracted services and maintains contract compliance
Supervise and participate in the planning of long and short range goals for the division

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life
short term disability
long term disability
accident
cancer
critical illness
medical bridge
pet insurance
dependent care flexible spending accounts
healthcare flexible spending accounts
commuter flexible spending accounts
health savings account
paid holiday
vacation
sick days
near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses
an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more
an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling
access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities
paid family leave
tuition reimbursement
a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions
a defined benefit plan for retirement