RECREATION PROGRAM MANAGER

City Of Douglasville•Douglasville, GA

About The Position

The person in this position is responsible for coordinating, scheduling and leading participants in a variety of recreational activities and assisting with organizing and implementing activities for the recreation program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in related field; four (4) years of work experience in related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of good public relations practices and principles
Ability to work effectively, compassionately and creatively with youth ages 5 through 18
Ability to juggle numerous responsibilities and tasks
Ability to maintain a positive, team-oriented attitude
Ability to work a variety of hours and days
Ability to plan creative, appropriate activities for all ages
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, parents and children
Requires a valid State of Georgia Driver’s License
First Aid and CPR Certifications

Nice To Haves

Certified Leisure Professionals Certification also desired

Responsibilities

Plans, evaluates and coordinates recreation activities, including scheduling facilities, ensuring facilities are set up, and scheduling trips
Provides direction to and supervises seasonal and volunteer staff, including selecting, monitoring, training, scheduling and determining work-loads; assists with hiring, disciplinary and evaluation processes
Assists in the development, recommendation and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the assigned recreation area(s)
Monitors the day-to-day operations of recreation activities, including making site visits, handling and resolving complaints and ensuring that programs and events have required materials and supplies
Formulates and organizes program plans and schedules seasonal recreational activities
Supervises the issuance, use, care and maintenance of recreation supplies and equipment
Creates program flyers, brochures, catalogs and newsletters; assists Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation with putting recreation information on television and website
Financial Responsibilities: Accept, receive, and/or collect payments; accountable for inventory/property management; make recommendations that impact the budget; and manage the budget within assigned unit/division.
Works with neighborhood community groups on matters of civic and recreation interest
Attends staff conferences and professional meetings; cooperates with voluntary agencies in the area
Performs other related duties as assigned.