Recreation Supervisor III

City of Chula Vista, CA•Chula Vista, CA

31d

About The Position

To perform complex professional recreation and community service management of multiple community center and park complexes and/or major Citywide recreation or community services programs involving athletics, senior citizens, therapeutics and others including evaluation of programs; to plan, organize, promote, and supervise year round community services programs; and perform other related work as required. This is the advanced journey level class in the Recreation Supervisor series. Incumbents perform the full range of duties as assigned and receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. Employees in this class are distinguished from the Recreation Supervisor II class in the level of responsibility involved in management of complex citywide programs and/or the management of multiple recreation centers and park complexes.

Requirements

Four years of increasingly responsible journey level experience in a recreation related program preferably in a municipal setting including two years of full-time supervisory or lead responsibility and training equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with major course work in recreation, physical education or a related field.
Possession of a valid California driver's license.
A valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate must be obtained within three months of hire.
Possession of a valid Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certificate (when assigned to Therapeutics).
Knowledge of: objectives and methods of planning, organizing, directing and evaluating recreation and community service programs; municipal budgeting as it relates to recreation and community services programs; rules and skills involved in a variety of recreational and community service activities; principles and practices of supervision, training and performance evaluations; principles of budget preparation, monitoring and management; principles of performance measurement; pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations; principles and practices of conflict resolution; English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; computer equipment and software applications related to assignment.
Ability to: recruit, hire and train both full and part-time staff and volunteers; enlist staff interest, participation, and support of children and adults; exercise sound judgment; publicize and market programs; plan and assess community recreational program needs; work independently; maintain discipline; prepare and present written and oral reports and presentations to interested community groups; interpret and explain pertinent City and department policies and procedures; plan, assign, direct, and supervise the work of subordinates; train, motivate, and evaluate assigned staff; work varying schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays; operate computer equipment and software applications related to assignment; exercise sound judgment and decisions-making; obtain necessary licenses and/or certifications for specialized recreational programs (such as therapeutics, gerontology, outdoor leader, etc.); communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

Responsibilities

manage multiple community center and park complexes and/or a major Citywide recreation or community services programs involving athletics, senior citizens, therapeutics and others
plan, organize, promote, and supervise year round community services programs including the evaluation of programs
provide assistance for Capital Improvement Projects and design development of new recreational facilities
attend pertinent meetings during the planning and construction phases of the project plan
organize special events, such as the opening of a new recreation center and park
develop relationships with neighboring schools, organizations, businesses and community groups
assess community needs and develop programming, policies and procedures for implementation at a new facility and park open to the public
review and evaluate employees work performance
work with employees to correct deficiencies
implement discipline procedures as appropriate
participate in the selection of staff, contractual instructors and volunteers
provide and coordinate staff training
evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities
recommend and implement improvements and modifications for work methods and procedures
recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives
prepare reports
prepare and administer revenue and expenditure budgets and forecasts
develop and monitor performance measures
direct the requisitioning of materials, supplies and equipment for facilities
order, pick up, and deliver supplies
ensure adequate supply inventory
participate in grant writing and administration of multi-funding sources
monitor work activities to ensure compliance within established policies and procedures
instruct staff on proper work and safety procedures and ensure compliance
answer questions and provide information to the public
investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints
act as liaison with local schools and other community groups and organizations
evaluate community recreational needs and requirements
interpret the City recreation and community service programs to the public both on-site and at various community events
enter into agreements for facility rentals and programs
conduct facility safety inspections and establish and enforce safety and participation standards to protect spectators and participants
coordinate and implement city-wide events
prepare news releases for newspapers, radio and television
develop publicity materials and website information
establish program fees for the use of recreation facilities by users
collect and account for monies received
participate in various Department and/or City committees
serve as staff to assigned City Commissions where applicable
administer first aid when appropriate
build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service
perform related duties as assigned