Recreation Program Supervisor- Northern Regional Recreation Center

Mecklenburg County•Charlotte, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is hiring a Recreation Program Supervisor for the Northern Regional Recreation Center. The position assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates recreation services and programs for youth, seniors, and nature, including senior services and youth/child watch areas. The supervisor builds partnerships with area organizations and agencies and develops relationships with the local community. Work may include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis according to business and facility needs. Applicants may also be considered for similar roles at other Park and Recreation locations if they meet the minimum qualifications. The role supervises recreation activities and staff, including programming at a North Carolina State-licensed Senior Center. It contributes to planning comprehensive recreation programs, responds to requests and complaints, maintains program equipment and materials, and responds to emergencies as needed. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field or an accepted combination of relevant education and experience, at least four years of recreational programming experience, one year of supervisory experience, a valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver's license with County Driving Privileges, CPR/First Aid, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related computer applications.

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 experience and education is accepted.
Valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver's license and County Driving Privileges.
CPR/First Aid.
Proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Knowledge of public recreation principles, practices, techniques, and the needs of different age groups.
Knowledge of facilities and equipment used in indoor and outdoor recreation.
Knowledge of program assessment, planning, development, coordination, and evaluation.
Skills in developing, promoting, scheduling, and coordinating programs, classes, and special events; analyzing community recreation needs; oral and written communication, including public speaking; data entry and scheduling; accurate recordkeeping; problem solving; organizing workloads; meeting deadlines; and serving diverse populations.
Abilities in collaboration, communication, decision making, delegation, developing others, facilitating change, planning and organizing, applied learning, building trust, customer focus, initiating action, leadership, and safety awareness.

Nice To Haves

Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
Experience providing senior, youth, and nature programming.
Experience directing and supervising innovative programming and services for diverse groups.

Responsibilities

Supervise recreation activities for groups within a program, assigned district, or center.
Supervise summer programs, after-school programs, community centers, special events, youth and adult sports programs, and other recreational activities.
Supervise a North Carolina State-licensed Senior Center and oversee staff providing services and programs for senior citizens.
Promote 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 act on requests, suggestions, and complaints concerning recreation services in the assigned area.
Provide leadership, equipment, and facilities to staff 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.