Winter Seasonal - Recreation Supervisor

City of Akron • Akron, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a winter-seasonal, part-time professional and supervisory role in the City of Akron’s recreation program. Current vacancies are in the Downtown Operations (Lock 3) Division, assisting with ice rink operations. The role requires outdoor work and a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. The Downtown Operations winter season runs from October 1 through April 1 each year. Applications are maintained only for winter seasonal positions; a separate posting will be advertised if a permanent position becomes available. Employees with satisfactory performance may be eligible for recall in later seasons.

The Recreation Supervisor assists with planning, implementing, and supervising recreation activities and classes for a City-wide program or community center. The position works under the supervision of a senior Recreation Supervisor, with considerable latitude for creative and responsive recreation programming and leadership.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree; college coursework may be substituted by leadership in organized recreation programs or paid teaching experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license. A valid out-of-state driver's license may be accepted conditionally, but an Ohio license must be obtained before appointment if selected.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of municipal recreation planning, organization, and administration.
• Knowledge of a wide variety of recreation activities.
• Ability to assist in planning, implementing, and supervising recreation activities for a community center or City-wide program.
• Ability to train, schedule, and supervise subordinate personnel.
• Exceptional group leadership skills and ability to promote the interest and involvement of others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective verbal and written communication.
• Candidates must meet the listed qualifications and requirements at the time of examination and appointment.
• Candidates with six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, implementing, and supervising a variety of recreation activities and instructional classes.
• Participate in selecting permanent and seasonal staff, and assist with their training, scheduling, and supervision.
• Assist with planning, setup, implementation, and supervision of daily recreation activities at community centers, parks, playgrounds, and school sites.
• Assist with sports and athletic programs, including scheduling leagues, scorekeepers, umpires, and sites; organizing teams; and calculating and publishing team standings.
• Assist with community events, including concert series, dance performances, neighborhood festivals, and downtown events.
• Assist with older adult activities, including hiking and walking clubs, social and educational clubs, city-wide group events, and trips.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Perform related work as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level