Recreation Center Manager

City of Clarksville • PARKS AND RECREATION 102 Public Square Clarksville, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is the second of five levels in the Parks and Recreation series. The incumbent is responsible for supervising staff, enforcing rules and policies, monitoring a budget, maintaining records, preparing operational reports, inspecting the facility, scheduling the use of the facility, and establishing and monitoring maintenance schedules. Incumbents also determine recreational offerings and plan, coordinate, implement, and monitor recreational activities. This position will remain open through September 24, 2026, or until filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience in recreational programming.
• 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.
• Knowledge of recreational program planning principles and practices.
• Knowledge of applicable age-appropriate activities, programs, and materials.
• Knowledge of basic budgeting principles.
• Knowledge of event planning techniques.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping practices and principles.
• Knowledge of computers and related software applications.
• Skill in supervising, recruiting and evaluating employees.
• Skill in prioritizing and assigning work.
• Skill in overseeing recreation program sites, facilities, and equipment.
• Skill in planning, developing, supervising, and managing programs and/or events.
• Skill in providing customer service.
• Skill in monitoring budgets.
• Skill in developing promotional materials.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records and reports.
• Skill in using a computer and related software applications.
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisors, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional preferred.
• First Aid, CPR and AED certified within 9 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervises seasonal and part-time staff to include prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Coordinates the day-to-day activities of assigned recreation center, which includes determining recreation offerings within established programs, prioritizing projects, and assigning tasks, monitoring the work of subordinates, and responding to citizen requests and complaints.
• Monitors and inspects facilities which may include scheduling facility reservations, establishing and monitoring facility maintenance schedules, and performing related duties.
• Assists with preparation and administration of recreation center operational budget.
• Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for budget items; submits invoices for payment and monitors expenses.
• Prepares a variety of operational records and reports.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
• Performs other related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED