Recreation Manager

Syracuse City•Syracuse, UT

28d•$36 - $52

About The Position

This position provides leadership for the department's Recreation Division, overseeing a wide variety of programs and services. Performs a variety of administrative, supervisory and professional duties related to program development, staff management, customer service, and the daily operations and maintenance of recreation facilities.

Requirements

Knowledge of sports procedures, rule interpretations, and field/court dimensions
Knowledge of concurrent sports equipment practices and uses
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge of safety procedures
Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
Skilled in handling multiple projects with interruptions
Skilled in prioritizing and organizing workload to meet deadlines
Skilled in machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance
Skilled in watching indicators to make sure a machine is working properly
Ability to receive and follow instructions
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Physical Education, or related field, and
5 or more years of experience in recreation programming, general maintenance, with 2 years of management experience, or
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Valid Class "D" Driver's License
CPR/First Aid/AED certification within 1 year of hire
Off Highway Certification within 30 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Certified NFHS Official (Baseball/Basketball/Football)
Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP)

Responsibilities

Lead staff in the development, planning, coordination and delivery of a wide variety of programs, and services based on the needs of the community.
Oversee performance measurement efforts and seek continuous innovation and improvement in program offerings, scheduling and pricing to meet the diverse needs of residents and visitors;
Hire, train, and evaluate recreation staff, including coordinators, facility maintenance, and front desk personnel;
Assign tasks and provide clear written and oral instructions; assign duties and examine work for exactness, neatness, effectiveness, customer service and conformance to policies and procedures;
Oversee the maintenance and daily operations of the Community Center, Community Center grounds, and Jensen Building;
Schedule and execute painting and field preparation;
Communicate regularly with the Director on ongoing projects, facility needs and program developments;
Provide recommendations to the Director on the division's budget , major equipment purchases, and requests for new or enhanced services;
Provide professional and courteous customer service, addressing participant and community feedback, complaints, and grievances;
Clearly communicate information about programs, memberships, admission rates and department policies and procedures to the public in a timely and effective manner;
Provides support for internal departmental divisions, ensuring effective coordination with parks operations, and special events;
Actively participate in committees as assigned;
Maintain a positive and cooperative work environment that includes, but is not limited to, a spirit of cooperation with co-workers, peers and the public;
Availability to work nights and weekends when needed;
Other duties as assigned by the Parks and Recreation Director