Recreation Program Manager (Parque Zaragoza Recreation Center/Austin Parks and Recreation)

City of Austin•Austin, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Working with general direction, this position organizes and manages a district or Citywide function within the Parks and Recreation Department. The purpose of this Recreation Program Manager position is the development, implementation, and monitoring of inclusive programming and providing oversight for therapeutic recreation workgroups in the Recreation Services Division. The City of Austin provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more!

Requirements

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Recreation, Physical Education, Parks Administration, or a related field, plus four (4) years of experience developing and implementing recreational programs and activities, including at least one (1) year of experience which was in a supervisory or management capacity.
Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of recreation programs.
Knowledge of fiscal and budget planning.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and methods.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
May require certification in CPR, First Aid, Water Safety Instruction, or other areas as specified for the assigned class.
Texas Class "C" Driver or Commercial Driver license if required for the assignment.
Appropriate certifications as specified for the assignment.
Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to twenty (20) pounds.
Work environment includes prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.
External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating programs specifically for individuals with disabilities in a professional recreational setting.
Experience in managing public relations for an employer, including acting as a liaison for the employer between different organizational units, volunteers, communities, and stakeholders.
Experience conducting therapeutic recreation assessments and creating modification plans to recreation programs/activities for persons with various abilities.
Experience managing a government/municipality recreational facility.
Experience supervising, developing, implementing, coordinating and evaluating youth/teen development programs and services in a recreational setting.
Experience managing fiscal planning and operational budgets, expenditures and revenue.
Principles, best practices, and general knowledge of therapeutic and inclusive recreation, best practices, and development of policy, including knowledge of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Intermediate level or above in Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, Publisher, Power Point, Teams and Outlook.
Proficiency in RecTrac or other recreation/database management software program.
Ability to fluently communicate (reading, writing, speaking) in English and Spanish.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification by your hire date.

Responsibilities

Reviews current and future requirements from needs assessments and develops both short- and long-range plans to anticipate and meet those needs.
Develops, coordinates, implements, and monitors district or Citywide facilities, programs, and events.
Develops, implements, and approves program service guidelines for facility operations and use.
Develops, implements, and approves promotion of programs and events.
Ensures proper maintenance of assigned facilities and equipment.
Communicates project and program information to management and others as needed.
Coordinates organization's programs and activities with other City and public organizations.
Develops and monitors the budget for the assigned area.
Monitors contracts and contractors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
Attends meetings representing the organization.
Represents the City and department at boards, commissions, and public meetings.
Investigates and responds to complaints from citizens as well as managers and other employees.
Prepares and reviews reports as part of the process of monitoring and communicating the organization's performance.
Recommends major purchases and capital expenditures and maintains financial security by following established internal accounting controls.
Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities: selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.