Recreation Program Supervisor- Youth Sports

Mecklenburg County • Charlotte, NC

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation is hiring a Recreation Program Supervisor to assess, plan, implement, and market youth sports programs and activities across the County, including basketball, flag football, baseball, track and field, soccer, and volleyball. The supervisor will manage the Youth Sports team, schedule tournaments, clinics, and special athletic events, and work with internal and external customers, including vendors, to support successful youth athletic operations. The role also builds and maintains partnerships within the department and with community partners.

This is a full-time position based at Revolution Park Sports Academy. The schedule requires working nights and weekends based on athletic schedules. The position may also be considered for similar roles at other Park and Recreation locations if available.

The position supervises recreation activities and staff in an assigned program, district, or center; plans and coordinates recreation programs; addresses requests and complaints; manages program equipment and materials; and responds to emergency situations as needed. A bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years of recreational programming experience, including one year of supervisory experience, are required. A combination of relevant education and experience is accepted.

Requirements

• At least four years of experience in recreational programming.
• At least one year of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Health and Physical Education, or a related field; a combination of relevant education and experience is accepted.
• Valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver's license and County Driving Privileges.
• First Aid and CPR.
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of public recreation program principles, practices, and techniques and the needs of all levels and age groups.
• Knowledge of facilities and equipment required for indoor and outdoor recreation activities.
• Knowledge of program assessment, planning, development, coordination, and evaluation applicable to the assigned area.
• Ability to develop, promote, schedule, and coordinate programs, classes, and special events.
• Ability to analyze community recreation needs and adapt programs to meet those needs.
• Oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to perform data entry and program, course, and facility scheduling, and to use computer-based registration processes.
• Ability to keep accurate registration, deposit, receipt, and community data records.
• Problem-solving, workload organization, and deadline-management skills.
• Ability to meet the needs of diverse populations.
• Ability to work nights and weekends based on athletic schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
• Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) certification.
• Experience overseeing community-based sports or recreation programs.
• Extensive knowledge or understanding of league and tournament scheduling.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and market youth sports programs and activities across the County.
• Manage the Youth Sports team.
• Schedule tournaments, clinics, and special athletic events.
• Work with internal and external customers, including vendors, to ensure successful youth athletic operations.
• Build and maintain partnerships within the department and with community partners.
• Supervise recreation activities of groups within a program, assigned district, or center.
• Supervise recreational activities such as summer and after-school programs, community centers, special events, and youth and adult sports programs.
• Stimulate interest in recreational activities through contact and liaison with interested groups and individuals.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate staff and volunteer personnel at the assigned location.
• Participate in staff conferences to plan comprehensive recreation programs.
• Conduct staff meetings to discuss plans, programs, and problems.
• Investigate and take action on requests, suggestions, or complaints concerning recreation services in the assigned area.
• Provide leadership, equipment, and facilities to staff members and the community.
• Maintain inventory control of equipment and materials allocated to a program.
• Respond to emergency situations as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
• Accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge, and pet insurance.
• Dependent care, healthcare, and commuter flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings account.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.
• Near-site clinics for preventive care and illnesses.
• Employee discount program for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets, and more.
• Employee assistance program, including financial and legal counseling.
• Access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities.
• Paid family leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions.
• Defined benefit retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager