Full-time Recreation Supervisor II (Activity Center)

Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District•Simi Valley, CA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Recreation Supervisor II plans, organizes, directs, and supervises comprehensive public and voluntary recreation programs for a community area or facility, providing technical leadership in specialized programs in accordance with District policies and procedures. The position oversees recreation programs, events, services, and private events; coordinates with community members, schools, advisory groups, commercial concerns, and District administration; and promotes participation through publicity and presentations. The role administers program budgets, recommends equipment acquisitions, oversees facility-use controls and permits, and supervises staff and contract instructors. It also involves maintaining records and inventories, inspecting activity areas, supporting special events, and driving to various sites. The position may require transporting participants or materials and requires a schedule that varies by day and time to accommodate recreation programming.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Five or more years of applicable experience managing full-time and part-time staff, independent contractors, budgets, and recreation programming.
Ability to plan and organize, prioritize work, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to hire, train, schedule, supervise, evaluate, and discipline staff.
Ability to create, provide, and evaluate recreation programs and activities and deliver excellent customer service.
Ability to address complaints, resolve problems, compile and interpret data for reports, and prepare news releases and flyers.
Ability to coordinate and maintain independent-contractor agreements and work closely with residents and community groups.
Ability to interact effectively with other agencies and foster confidence in the District and its recreation programs.
Ability to solve problems involving varied situations with limited standardization; interpret written or oral instructions; adapt to changing situations; and manage administrative tasks through completion.
Ability to exercise sound independent judgment and serve diverse participants.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet research, and social media use for public response and program marketing.
A valid California driver's license and a good driving record.
Ability to work schedules that vary by day and time due to recreation programming.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing and walking approximately 40% or more of the time; frequent lifting and carrying and occasional pushing or pulling of loads up to 40 pounds; bending; occasional kneeling or squatting and overhead reaching or stretching; and occasional to frequent stair climbing.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Additional certifications may be required, such as Adult CPR/AED, Infant/Child CPR, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Lifeguard Training, Instructor Trainer Certification, and/or Pool Operator.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, develop, supervise, and coordinate recreation programs, events, and services for a community area, facility, or District-wide program, including private events.
Build relationships and confer with community members, schools, advisory groups, and commercial concerns to coordinate, evaluate, and formalize program proposals.
Serve as a liaison between community residents and District administration.
Prepare publicity materials and present to community groups and schools to promote participation.
Establish and maintain facility-use controls.
Develop and administer program budgets and recommend equipment acquisitions.
Schedule, supervise, train, evaluate, and discipline subordinates and contract instructors.
Prepare and maintain records, reports, and correspondence.
Requisition and maintain inventories of equipment, supplies, and materials, and monitor their use.
Drive to various sites to perform duties.
Inspect activity areas and instruct athletic or recreation programs.
Issue and monitor field or facility permits and specialized certifications.
Participate in special-event planning.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with District policies and applicable laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Actively manage program revenues and expenses and prepare and interpret reports.
Use recreation registration and word-processing software, and use social media to respond to the public and market recreation programs.