Recreation Manager

Eckerd Connects•Albuquerque, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Manager is responsible for the operation and direction of the recreation/non-vocational program and assigned staff. This role supervises all recreation programs staff, ensuring that students receive instruction in safety aspects of all activities, i.e., water safety, athletic field safety, etc. The manager also formulates and recommends new or revised recreation/non-vocational and leisure-learning activities to the Social Development Director and maintains ongoing community contacts with directors of recreational facilities to create a favorable impression, develop rapport and increase recreational and social opportunities for students. Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

Associates degree preferred.
3 years of experience in supervising recreation/non- vocational programs, including athletics, sports, arts and crafts, music, and drama preferred.
Valid driver's license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record preferred.
Prefer a CDL with passenger transport endorsement.

Responsibilities

Operate and direct the recreation/non-vocational program and assigned staff.
Supervise all recreation programs staff, ensuring students receive instruction in safety aspects of all activities.
Conduct in-service staff training sessions as needed.
Formulate and recommend new or revised recreation/non-vocational and leisure-learning activities to the Social Development Director.
Maintain ongoing community contacts with directors of recreational facilities to create a favorable impression, develop rapport and increase recreational and social opportunities for students.