Recreation Program Supervisor- Youth Sports

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC
•$53,102 - $68,423•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 position manages the Youth Sports team and schedules tournaments, clinics, and special athletic events. The supervisor works with internal and external customers, including vendors, and builds and maintains partnerships within the department and with community partners. The position is based at Revolution Park Sports Academy and is full-time. Work on nights and weekends is required based on athletic schedules. The role supervises recreational programming and staff, supports community recreation operations, and responds to emergencies as needed.

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/CPR.
  • Proficiency in various computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of public recreation program principles, practices, and techniques and the needs of people across age groups.
  • Knowledge of facilities and equipment used in indoor and outdoor recreation activities.
  • Knowledge of program assessment, planning, development, coordination, and evaluation.
  • Skills in developing, promoting, scheduling, and coordinating programs, classes, and special events; assessing community recreation needs; communication and public speaking; data entry and scheduling; recordkeeping; problem solving; organizing workloads; meeting deadlines; and serving diverse populations.
  • Ability to collaborate, communicate, make decisions, delegate responsibility, develop others, facilitate change, plan and organize, apply learning, build trust, focus on customers, initiate action, demonstrate leadership, and maintain safety awareness.

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 and 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.
  • 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 and 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.
  • Manage inventory 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, plus a health savings account.
  • Paid holidays, vacation days, 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.
  • A 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit retirement plan.
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