Assistant Center Supervisor

Salary: $19.22 - $30.76 Hourly
Location : Jacksonville Commons, 100 Recreation Ln, Jacksonville, NC
Job Type: Part time - Benefited
Job Number: FY26-00132
Department: Recreation
Division: Community Services
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 6/24/2026 7:30 AM Eastern


General Definition of Work
A Little About The City: Jacksonville has one of the youngest demographics in the US with a median age of 22.7 and an estimated population of 75-80,000. The City offers a great work/life balance. We are rich in history and deep in pride of our local military as demonstrated at Lejeune Memorial Gardens near Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. Many of our military return and plant roots here because of the lifestyle and all that the City has to offer. Another reason people stay in Jacksonville... We are a Caring Community as stated in our City seal.
About Jacksonville's Recreation: The City of Jacksonville Recreation and Parks Department is working to create community by making Jacksonville the best place to live, work, and play. The Jacksonville Commons Recreation Complex is the largest green space of all the parks and recreation areas within City limits. The Jacksonville Commons, Jack Amyette, Kerr Street and Northwoods Recreation Centers are the place to be for many family fun oriented activities both indoors and outdoors. After School programs, Summer Camps, Seasonal events, programs, classes and more are available to the public. To learn more about the Before & After School Programs click .

To learn more about the culture of the Recreation department, click !

General Description: The City of Jacksonville is looking for an Assistant Center Supervisor to assist the Community Services Division with the planning and preparation for activities involved with the Before & After School program, Recreation Department rentals and Recreation Centers. The Assistant Center Supervisor performs difficult technical and professional and responsible administrative work in conducting a variety of specialized programs and activities in an activity center or similar facility; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Recreation Program Supervisor. Supervision is exercised over subordinate center personnel.
The hourly rate posted is the full hourly range for this position. The hourly rate is expected to be in the range of $19.22 - $24.98 depending on qualifications.
Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

Planning, scheduling, coordinating and supervising the activities and staff at a recreation center; overseeing the preparation and maintenance of files and records.

• Plans and administers a diversified program suited to the needs of the center's participants and potential participants.
• Assists with division budget preparation and implementation.
• Promotes division activities by preparing and distributing promotional brochures.
• Works with outside agencies to plan and present programs aimed at a diverse population.
• Acts as instructor for center activities; participates in field trips.
• Recruits, trains, supervises, evaluates part-time employees.
• Schedules and supervises use of City facilities by participant groups, enforces rules and regulations and maintains order and discipline.
• Prepares information for program brochures.
• Prepares reports on activities; requests and orders materials and supplies.
• Supervises or assists in the maintaining of cleanliness and order of the recreation center.
• Maintains facilities, equipment and grounds for center activities; maintains security.
• Maintains personnel and activity reports.
• Evaluates the work of center staff.
• Performs related tasks as required.
• Plans and implement major programs such as After-School and Day Camp.
• Serves as committee member to several boards with interest to youth at risk population.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Required Education and Experience


Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation or related field and 2 to 5 years experience in supervising organized recreational activities and 1 to 2 years experience in the care of recreational facilities and equipment.

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Possession of CPR and basic first aid certifications. Ability to obtain CPRP.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


Thorough knowledge of the principles, rules, materials and equipment requirements of a variety of recreation activities and ability to give routine instructions; thorough knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation, psychology, and sociology, and of personal health and hygiene; general knowledge of first aid practices and techniques; ability to adhere to program standards and objectives outlined by superiors, and to lead and instruct groups in games, sports and other recreational activities; ability to resolve disputes with firmness and impartiality; ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public.

Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, religion, or disabilities unrelated to the essential function of the position.

As a result of NC House Bill 612 , if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the City must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check to cities and counties.
The City of Jacksonville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees.
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Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have at least 1 to 2 years experience working in organized recreational programs

• Yes
• No

03


Please describe your experience working in organized recreational programs.
Required Question