SPRC Facility Manager
About The Position
The SPRC Facility Manager plans, coordinates, and supervises operational and program functions for the Stephen D. Persinger Recreation Center (SPRC), Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, and assigned programs and special events. The role reports to the Superintendent of Recreation and the Executive Director, and has varying hours based on programs, special events, and facility operating hours; evening and weekend work is expected. The manager oversees facility operations, front desk and registration services, rentals, staffing, schedules, records, budgets, supplies, equipment, safety procedures, and assigned programs and events. The position also evaluates facility services, prepares reports, coordinates promotion with the Marketing & Sponsorship Manager, and maintains cooperative working relationships with staff, participants, public agencies, and community organizations. The role requires operating Park District vehicles and handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance provided when necessary. Most activities take place indoors under typical lighting and temperature conditions, although the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements while driving to meetings or assisting with outdoor functions. The manager must use sound judgment and problem-solving skills when addressing issues involving patrons and employees, and must have good computer skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
- Three years of full-time experience in public recreation facility management, or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Ability to operate Park District vehicles.
- Ability to handle Park District materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance provided when necessary.
- Good computer skills.
- Good problem-solving ability and judgment consistent with the Park District’s mission.
- Ability to work varying hours, including evenings and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Certification by a professional association.
- Ongoing participation in continuing education seminars and workshops.
Responsibilities
- Maintain current records for personnel, payroll, attendance, receipts, memberships, registration, inventory, schedules, and other operational statistics.
- Evaluate facility services and recommend changes to existing services or the introduction of new services.
- Prepare annual and special reports for SPRC, Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, and assigned programs and special events.
- Implement operating procedures established by the Superintendent of Recreation, Executive Director, and Board of Commissioners.
- Oversee building, counter, front desk, computer, filing, supply inventory, and registration operations during facility operating hours.
- Oversee SPRC scheduling and rental operations.
- Plan and oversee assigned programs and special events, including staffing, scheduling, training, vendor coordination, and event logistics.
- Review and recommend equipment replacement needs.
- Prepare and administer the annual budget for SPRC, Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course, and assigned programs and special events; budget and expense authorization rests with the Superintendent of Recreation.
- Keep the Superintendent of Recreation and other staff informed of pertinent matters and establish internal communication among staff at SPRC and Stone Creek Miniature Golf Course.
- Coordinate with the Marketing & Sponsorship Manager to promote assigned facilities and events.
- Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, program participants, public agencies, and community organizations.
- Oversee recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluation of staff for assigned facilities and events.
- Supervise the SPRC Customer Service Manager, custodians, and assigned facility and event staff; oversee work schedules for assigned full-time and part-time personnel.
- Conduct regular staff meetings and/or in-service training programs.
- Maintain adequate inventories of facility supplies, including maintenance supplies.
- Recommend facility repairs or equipment replacement and arrange repairs with the Superintendent of Recreation.
- Monitor current fitness trends for consideration in the Park District comprehensive plan.
- Implement facility safety codes and preventive maintenance programs for facility equipment; follow Park District safety procedures and requirements.
- Complete and follow through on accident reports, emergency safety procedures, and reports of hazardous equipment, facilities, conditions, or employee conduct; report incidents and potential hazards to the Safety Committee as soon as possible.
- Adhere to the Safety Coordinator Job Description in the Safety Manual, Section 5.01, when designated as Safety Committee Co-Coordinator.
- Assist Park District employees as needed.
- Operate Park District vehicles and handle Park District materials weighing up to 50 pounds; assistance is provided when necessary.
- Resolve differences and problems involving patrons and employees using good judgment and problem-solving ability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
