RECREATION DIRECTOR IV (SR-22) [1 vacancy]

City and County of Honolulu•Oahu, HI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR), Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division, is seeking to fill a vacant Recreation Director IV position. This position supervises and directs the planning, organization, and execution of a comprehensive recreation program for a complex of community recreation facilities. The role involves making a lasting impact on the quality of life for all ages.

Requirements

Citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in recreation, physical education, education or a related field, or four (4) years of professional work experience in any occupation, or four (4) years of general work experience in recreation may substitute for a bachelor's degree.
Four years of experience in planning, organizing and directing recreational activities, two of which shall be representative of the next lower level (Recreation Director III).
Demonstrate knowledge of the principles, practices, tools and techniques of recreation; playground administration and operation; group behavior.
Ability to demonstrate qualities of leadership.
Ability to plan and direct the work of lower-level personnel and/or volunteer workers.
Ability to plan, organize and instruct groups of children and adults in a variety of activities extending to the physical, cultural and aesthetic elements of the program.
Ability to inspire confidence and enthusiasm of groups and individuals, and encourage them in group program participation.
Ability to stimulate interest and obtain the support of the community in the recreation program.
Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with other staff personnel and the public.
Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of program elements.
Ability to prepare reports.
Possession of a valid Driver license (type 3/automobile).
Possession of an American Red Cross First Aid Certificate or equivalent.
Possession of an American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult, Child, and Infant CPR and AED Certificate, to include care for choking and obstructed airway, or equivalent.
Possession of a DPR van certificate, as required.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree in recreation, physical education, or education from an accredited college or university will substitute for one year of experience in planning, organizing, and directing recreational activities.

Responsibilities

Supervise, train, and evaluate subordinate staff including professionals, subprofessionals, volunteers, and fieldwork students.
Assist in hiring, recommend movements such as transfers, promotions, reallocations, or demotions; take disciplinary actions as necessary.
Plan and oversee recreation programs across multiple facilities.
Monitor program effectiveness and recommend improvements.
Liaise with community groups, boards, and partner agencies.
Promote programs through outreach and public relations.
Assist with budget development and enforce fiscal procedures.
Develop and implement departmental policies and goals.
Perform other related duties as assigned.