Recreation Manager

This position is responsible for administrative, supervisory, and social work in the management and operation of an assigned recreation center offering varied recreational services to seniors. Responsibilities Supervises and participates in the daily operation, scheduling, and maintenance of an assigned recreation center. Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines assigned personnel. Coordinates a feeding program to seniors, follows all state, federal, and SARCOA guidelines and trains assigned personnel. Coordinates the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) Title VI program, and follows all state/federal guidelines, and trains assigned personnel. Manages the center budget; reviews and approves expenditures; prepares budget requests based on revenue and expenditure projections. Researches, investigates, and procures grant funding. Inspects center facilities; reports maintenance and repair needs. Recruits sponsors, vendors, instructors, and volunteers for programs and special events. Plans, organizes, and implements a variety of fitness and non/athletic programs; manages program registration; recruits and supervises the work of full-time, part-time, seasonal, and volunteer staff. Reviews programs for quality assurance to assess the need to discontinue, revise, or develop new programs. Manages the collection of a variety of program fees. Develops promotional and marketing plans to inform the public and center patrons of facilities, programs, and events. Manages and participates in the maintenance of center facilities, grounds, etc. Documents any accident or incident or failure to adhere to policies. Responds to questions, concerns, and complaints from the public and other interested parties. Schedules essential travel arrangements and accommodations for event participation; drives and travels with program participants. Plans and supervises transportation of participants and homebound meal deliveries. Works department-wide tournaments and events as assigned. Performs related duties. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of athletic and/or other leisure services program management principles. Knowledge of programming activities for seniors. Knowledge of grounds and facility maintenance principles. Knowledge of budget management principles. Knowledge of state and city purchasing guidelines. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs. Skill in the management and supervision of personnel. Skill in planning. Skill in decision making and problem solving. Skill in interpersonal relations dealing with the public. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Ability to prepare and maintain records. Ability to organize and conduct programs/events. Supervisory Controls The Assistant Leisure Services Director – Programs assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results. Guidelines Guidelines include ALDOT guidelines, SARCOA guidelines, Health Department guidelines, state purchasing laws, fire and building codes, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. Complexity / Scope of Work The work consists of varied management and supervisory duties. The variety of tasks to be managed contributes to the complexity of the work. The purpose of this position is to manage the operations and maintenance of an assigned recreation center. Successful performance in this position contributes to the efficient and effective delivery of recreation services to the public. Contacts Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city personnel, volunteers, full-time, part-time and seasonal staff, vendors, partner organizations, other parks and recreation professionals, community leaders, and the public. Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, and motivate persons. Physical Demands / Work Environment The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color. The work is typically performed in an office, in athletic facilities, and outdoors, occasionally in hot, cold, or inclement weather. Work may require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. Supervisory and Management Responsibility Graduation from an accredited* college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Social Work, Nursing, Sports Management, Public Administration or a closely related field; and Two (2) years recent, progressively responsible experience planning, organizing, and directing senior citizen programs. Possession of a current/valid American Red Cross or American Heart Association CPR/AED certificate preferred. *Accredited through an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Condition of Employment / Promotion / Demotion / Transfer Employees are required to complete/sign the Certification & Condition of Employment/Promotion/Demotion /Transfer form(s). [See condition(s) for details.] Necessary Special Requirements A valid driver license and an acceptable driving record. (PBA 09/10/01) Employees in this position are required to obtain/maintain an American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR/AED certificate within 120 days of employment/promotion/demotion/ transfer. (See condition for details.) Employees are required to obtain a Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 120 days of date of employment/promotion/transfer/demotion to this position. (See condition for details.) Employees may work weekends, holidays, and overtime as the department determines necessary to meet operational needs. An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks. An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975). Employees are required submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 08/13/12) Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standards, which include drug/alcohol testing. Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade. Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io. An Equal Opportunity, Affimative Action Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr