Parks & Recreation Superintendent
About The Position
This is the first of three levels in the Parks and Recreation series and is assigned to the Recreation/Programming Division. The incumbent plans, coordinates, and monitors recreational and youth sports activities and programs, supervises lower-level Parks and Recreation staff, and may hire seasonal and part-time staff. The role includes determining program offerings, developing and implementing operating manuals, promoting services to the community, assisting with budget development and administration, maintaining records, and preparing operational reports. The position supervises staff and supports department planning and goals. It plans, develops, markets, and evaluates recreation programs and special events; promotes offerings to the public; administers operating manuals and monitors compliance; assists with budgets and program expenditures; and collaborates with community groups, schools, and local organizations. Applicants must attach a resume to their completed application to be considered.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Sports Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Two years of experience in recreational programming or sports management, including one year in a supervisory position.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job’s essential duties.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of supervisory principles; recreational program planning; marketing; budgeting; recordkeeping; customer service; and computers and related software applications.
- Skills in monitoring and evaluating employees; prioritizing and assigning work; planning, developing, supervising, and managing programs or events; providing customer service; monitoring budgets; developing promotional materials; preparing and maintaining records and reports; using computers and related software; and communicating and interacting effectively.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certification.
Responsibilities
- Supervise staff by prioritizing and assigning work, conducting performance evaluations, ensuring training and policy compliance, maintaining a healthy and safe work environment, and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
- Assist in creating and promoting department strategic planning and goals.
- Plan, develop, and market new and existing recreation programs and special events; evaluate them for improvements or modifications.
- Promote programs, events, and offerings to the public.
- Develop, implement, and administer operating manuals and monitor operational compliance.
- Assist with budget preparation and administration, including preparing cost estimates and justifications, monitoring budgets, and controlling program expenditures.
- Collaborate with community groups, schools, and local organizations to partner in and promote recreational activities and events.
- Prepare operational records and reports.
- Perform other related work as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
