Recreation Program Supervisor - Permits and Scheduling

City of Richmond•1209 Admiral Street, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities is seeking a qualified Recreation Program Supervisor. This position is responsible for providing supervisory oversight for the programming, scheduling and processing of permits for Mid-town Green, Dogwood Dell, Department Community Centers, Parks/Park facilities and the coordination and implementation of Special Events to include ribbon cutting ceremonies, Juneteenth, Grand Illumination, Film Productions and other City-wide events and activities. The Recreation Program Supervisor will work under the direction of the Recreation Program Manager for Special Events/Permits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation, business or public administration.
Five years of professional recreational programming and parks or facilities management experience.
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.
Some assignments may require a background check.
Some assignments may require additional certifications.
Some assignments may require a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
Assignments involving transportation may require a Commercial Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, RecTrac Financial Software, Rapids, and Adobe InDesign.
Knowledge of equipment such as whitewater boat equipment (e.g. spray skirt, helmet, PFD, paddle, boat, throw bag, and flotation device), bikes, helmets, equipment trailers, recreational climbing gear (such as ropes, carabiners, belay devices, shoes, and harnesses) and various event equipment.
Knowledge of Virginia Department of Social Services child care standards and the laws and regulations pertaining to City policies.
Knowledge of program management, planning, and implementation.
Knowledge of records administration and maintenance techniques.
Skills in demonstrating professional customer service to internal and external customers.
Skills in designing, implementing, and evaluating programs and initiatives.
Skills in training staff members.
Skills in swimming in many different conditions.
Skills in managing budgets and expenditures.
Skills in maintaining accurate and complete records and reports.
Skills in interpreting state laws and regulations as well as city policies.
Abilities in problem-solving.
Abilities in critical thinking.
Abilities in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a variety of individuals.
Abilities in leading a team.
Abilities in identifying problems and evaluating alternatives, negotiating, and recommending solutions.
Abilities in setting goals and objectives.
Abilities in evaluating staff performance.
Abilities in supervising and training others.
Abilities in presenting ideas to an audience.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic planning for Special Events.
Supervise staff who are assigned to the areas of operation and programming.
Conduct performance evaluations for staff, interns, temporary staff and volunteers.
Manage the day-to-day operational activities of the scheduling division.
Serve as lead operational supervisor for designated events & programs.
Assist with creating reports and maintaining equipment.
Issuance of facility permits and review and updating of standard operation procedures.
Work weekends and evening events.
Conduct site tours.