Parks & Recreation Program Supervisor

City of Roanoke, Virginia•Roanoke, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Roanoke is seeking an Athletics Program Supervisor to implement and supervise the professional planning, design, improvement and implementation of public sports management, athletic programs, and other recreational services. Supervision is exercised over part-time and temporary staff, including Recreation Instructors, Recreation Assistants, Scorekeepers, and volunteers. It is a professional position requiring comprehensive and extensive knowledge of all aspects of sports management principles and practices as related to both programming and athletic turf maintenance. Its purpose is to provide quality athletic programs that invite residents and visitors to use our city's athletic amenities while establishing and maintaining sustainable practices that encourage environmental sensitivity and stewardship. This is an exempt position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with a major in recreation, leisure services or related field; one to two years related experience and/or training in recreation and leisure services; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, risk management plans, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write reports and prepare correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of citizens or employees of organization.
Ability to serve as department's liaison with community groups.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions provided in written, or oral form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Professional certification as needed and required.

Responsibilities

Performs work that involves planning, organizing, promoting and developing a variety of City-wide or facility based recreational opportunities for area residents.
Assists in the planning, coordination and implementation of recreation programs; supervises and evaluates programs
Recruits, interviews, hires, supervises and evaluates part-time program staff
Evaluates programs and make recommendations regarding their continuation
Coordinates and plans recreation services with schools, community organizations, church groups, recreation centers and other agencies, obtain all appropriate permits.
Determines program content and scope; sets goals and evaluates effectiveness
Assists in the preparation of and makes recommendations regarding budgets; monitors expenditures and allocates funds.
Researches and submits grants for funding for new or existing programs.
Promotes programs and services through news releases, flyers, and other available media resources
Purchases materials and supplies as requested and/or required
Leads programs, activities or community events including summer programs; assists with the registration process
Provides for the safe operation of city vehicles (training staff, transporting participants, maintenance).
Schedules, coordinates and ensures the preparation of recreation centers and other facilities for use
Conducts research and writes reports regarding recreational services
Serves on committees and maintains relationships with leaders in the community
Assists in preparation of part-time payroll
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; addressing complaints and resolving problems.