Recreation Athletics Manager

Rockdale County, Georgia•Conyers, GA

About The Position

This position plans, organizes, supervises, and conducts a wide variety of recreational activities, athletic events, operations, and programs. It also performs technical tasks related to its assigned area of responsibility. Work takes place in a shared office environment and at various indoor and outdoor field sites and facilities, with possible exposure to varying weather conditions and blood-borne pathogens.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in recreation, health science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Five years of progressively responsible experience in recreation program management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
First Aid and CPR certification required.
Knowledge of sports planning, supervision, and rules and regulations governing various sports.
Knowledge of parks and recreation philosophy, recreation program purposes and benefits, and applicable county methods, procedures, and policies.
Knowledge of basic accounting and budgeting, public relations, and methods for planning, organizing, motivating, and promoting activities.
Knowledge of organizing and supervising diverse programs and activities, including scheduling and assigning work, facility and grounds maintenance, safety precautions, and applicable laws and regulations.
Knowledge of department and related agency organization, occupational hazards and safety precautions, CPR and first aid, and staff development techniques.
Ability to occasionally stand and walk for a minimum of four hours.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, staff, county employees, parents, children, and the public.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Ability to climb to facility areas as needed to monitor children at events and to officiate athletic events and monitor safety and compliance with rules.

Nice To Haves

Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) credential.

Responsibilities

Plan programs and schedule facilities; prepare fee schedules and application forms.
Coordinate indoor and outdoor recreational programs, manage registration, maintain order and discipline, and issue and collect equipment.
Coordinate and oversee tournaments for athletic programs.
Plan and conduct special events and recruit and manage volunteers.
Schedule officials for athletic programs.
Assist in publicizing programs and activities by providing information to the media and distributing promotional materials.
Recruit and select qualified facility attendants for athletic programs and events.
Work with community groups and the public to provide a balanced recreation program.
Maintain records tracking activities, participation, and scheduling.
Research and prepare written and oral reports concerning programs and events.
Serve as coordinator and liaison to county athletic associations and the tennis center.
Perform other related duties as required by proper authority.