Parks and Recreation Program Coordinator - Community Recreation

City of Roanoke, Virginia•Roanoke, VA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Roanoke's Parks & Recreation Department is seeking a knowledgeable, energetic, and creative recreation professional to manage staff responsible for planning, promoting, and leading a variety of programs including fitness and wellness, arts and culture, special interest programs, trips and tours, senior activities, and special events. This role involves managing the operations of two neighborhood recreation centers and coordinating the operation and maintenance of two outdoor aquatic facilities. Key responsibilities include strategic planning, budget development and administration, staff training and evaluation, risk assessment, and report generation. The position requires strong organizational skills, effective communication (oral and written), and a focus on community relations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with a major in recreation management or related field
Five years related experience and/or training in recreation management
Equivalent combination of education and experience
Possession of an Aquatic Facility Operator Certification will be required within two years of employment
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to communicate orally and in writing
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
Ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Ability to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

Responsibilities

Coordinates and directs the development and operation of recreation centers, fitness centers and recreational activities
Coordinates, develops and submits budget reports
Coordinates the promotion of programs
Serves as resource person for community civic groups, athletic associations, schools, churches, and other agencies
Coordinates the use of volunteers and part-time staff
Prepares periodic and special maintenance reports
Reviews and revises departmental policies and procedures
Assists with City-wide special events
Plans and directs youth and adult sports leagues and outdoor adventure/education programs
Inventories and purchases equipment and materials
Supervises the activities of youth, athletic, senior, outdoor adventure/education, aquatic, therapeutic and community based recreation programs
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.