Recreation Manager

City of Lewisville, TX•Cocoa, FL

1d•$90,703 - $101,148

About The Position

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation, the Recreation Manager plans, directs, and evaluates the Programs Division. The division includes Thrive Multigenerational Recreation Center, Frederick P. Herring Recreation Center, Sun Valley Aquatic Center, Old Town Splash Park, Hedrick House, and Lake Park and Railroad Athletic fields. The manager provides leadership for recreation, senior programming, fitness, aquatics, athletics, facility rentals, special events, marketing, outreach, and community engagement. The position oversees staff development, fiscal performance, customer service, safety, and operational effectiveness, and advances the department’s commitment to inclusivity so that everyone plays, knows, and is welcome and safe. The manager directs recreation supervisors and the Thrive Assistant Manager; oversees facility and program operations; develops and administers budgets and revenue forecasts; coordinates programming, marketing, and community outreach; and develops division policies, procedures, and training. The position also coordinates hiring, purchasing, and contracts; leads CAPRA accreditation efforts for the division; ensures compliance with adopted Child Care Standards and City and Department policies; and supervises and evaluates direct reports. The manager may perform the duties of the Director and Assistant Director in their absence and must be able to plan and operate City-sponsored cold weather shelters. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation, Education, Sports Management, or a related field, and five years of increasingly responsible related professional experience, including at least three years of supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certifications, and licenses may be accepted. The position requires a valid Texas Class C driver’s license and a good driving record, and the employee must pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test. Evening and weekend work may be needed to support operations, programs, and events. The position is primarily sedentary office work, with routine standing, walking, reaching, talking, and hearing. It may require occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting or carrying supplies or equipment. Employees must be able to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds; some tasks require daily lifting of 25 to 50 pounds. The office environment has moderate noise, controlled temperatures, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. The hiring range is $90,702.98 to $101,147.61, with a full salary range up to $129,183. The typical flexible work-week schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:30 AM–5:30 PM, and Friday, 7:30–11:30 AM, with occasional evenings and weekends as operational needs require.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation, Education, Sports Management, or a related field; an acceptable combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses may substitute.
Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in a related field, including at least three years of supervisory experience; an acceptable combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses may substitute.
Pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.
Possess a valid State of Texas Driver’s License Class C and a good driving record as defined by City policy; the position requires driving.
Ability, flexibility, and willingness to work outside regular business hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
Knowledge of parks and recreation program and facility operations and project management; recreation, fitness, aquatics, and sports management; municipal budgeting; leadership, supervision, training, and performance evaluation; relevant methods, materials, techniques, equipment, and technology; and pertinent federal, state, and local laws.
Ability to lead and supervise recreation professionals, provide training, coordinate operations, manage multiple projects and priorities, plan and deliver programs and services, and develop effective teams.
Ability to use computers and tools such as Google or Microsoft Office, email, ERP systems, and the internet.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, and to prepare and present administrative and financial reports.
Ability to identify and respond to community issues, concerns, and needs and work effectively with people across diverse backgrounds.
Ability to follow instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures; accept responsibility; work accurately and thoroughly; and attend work regularly and punctually.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent lifting, pushing, or pulling of up to 75 pounds and daily lifting of 25 to 50 pounds for certain tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Nationally recognized professional certification, such as Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Certified Park and Recreation Executive (CPRE), Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO), and/or Certified Pool Operator (CPO).
Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Direct Recreation Supervisors and the Thrive Assistant Manager, aligning work and planning schedules with park and facility master plans, department goals, and objectives.
Oversee operations at Thrive Multigenerational Recreation Center, Frederick P. Herring Recreation Center, Sun Valley Aquatic Center, and Old Town Splash Park, including service quality, facility use, rentals, program scheduling, and maintenance coordination.
Develop and administer division operating budgets and revenue forecasts; monitor expenditures, fees, memberships, rentals, and cost recovery in accordance with the department Financial Support and Sustainability Strategy.
Coordinate department programming and marketing efforts.
Coordinate community outreach through Play Lewisville on Wheels (PLOW).
Develop policies, procedures, and training for the Programs Division.
Ensure compliance with adopted Child Care Standards.
Lead CAPRA accreditation and adherence efforts for the Programs Division.
Promote community interest in the park and recreation system through diverse and impactful marketing.
Attend meetings within City operations and with outside agencies.
Coordinate hiring needs for full-time and part-time employees in the Programs Division.
Coordinate purchasing and contracts for Programs Division operations.
Incorporate outreach and inclusive activities and events into the recreation program menu.
Supervise and evaluate direct reports; set expectations, coach, recognize, and develop staff and future leaders while fostering teamwork, trust, accountability, and employee input.
Perform the duties of the Director and Assistant Director in their absence.
Ensure staff adherence to City and Department policies and procedures.
Pursue ongoing professional development and stay informed about emerging trends, best practices, and advancements in parks and recreation.
Plan, organize, and operate City-sponsored cold weather shelters.
Perform other related duties as assigned.