Superintendent of Recreation

Naperville Park District•Naperville, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Director of Recreation Programming, the Superintendent of Recreation oversees the delivery of recreation programs and services that meet community needs. The role supports the District’s mission, vision, core values, and strategic initiatives by implementing and improving recreation services, coordinating facilities and vendors, supervising staff, managing budgets and revenues, and supporting program marketing. The position also serves as the District’s CAPRA volunteer and its liaison to the WDSRA Inclusion Committee. Regular onsite attendance is an essential function. The position is subject to office and outside environmental conditions and modified or flexible work schedules.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Park Administration, Leisure Studies, or a related field.
At least five years of administrative or supervisory experience in recreation programming, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, Certified Park and Recreational Professional (CPRP) certification within two years of hire.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, First Aid, CPR, and AED certification within two months of hire.
Knowledge of the theories, practices, and philosophy of community recreational programming.
Knowledge and skill in budget preparation, financial management, and fiscal control.
Ability to make objective decisions based on customer service and fiscal constraints.
Ability to recognize community needs and organize programs and events to address them.
Working knowledge of basic computer software.
Manual dexterity to manipulate recreation program equipment.

Responsibilities

Maintain and support recreation programs and services in alignment with the District’s mission, vision, core values, and strategic initiatives.
Evaluate program and service offerings, monitor outcomes, and recommend improvements.
Implement the Recreation Programming Plan and assist with its ongoing development and review.
Investigate program issues, personnel matters, and patron and parent complaints; support managers and supervisors or lead these matters as appropriate.
Monitor recreation program trends and collaborate with related departments to identify strategic initiatives and develop services.
Evaluate and improve processes and procedures, recommend policy revisions, and identify and use data to support initiatives, decisions, and progress reporting; train staff in data collection and interpretation when appropriate.
Coordinate facility and service use with related departments, school districts, and contractual vendors; optimize District facility resources and ensure timely, accurate contractor agreements and compliance with their terms.
Plan, assign, schedule, and review staff work; ensure quality standards; hire, discipline, train, develop, review performance, and administer performance improvement plans.
Approve and sign off on biweekly payroll.
Work with related departments to develop and implement program marketing materials, including program guides, flyers, posters, brochures, and web materials.
Develop the annual department or division budget and year-end projections; communicate budget requests and educate direct reports about the approved budget.
Monitor budget performance, adjust for unexpected expenses or revenue fluctuations, approve expenditures, and track, report, and optimize revenue sources.
Serve as the District’s CAPRA volunteer.
Act on behalf of the Director of Recreation Programming as requested.
Serve as the District’s liaison to the WDSRA Inclusion Committee.
Perform other duties as assigned.