Center Manager

ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES NYC Parks serves as the steward for over 30,000 acres of land, which includes 1,000 playgrounds, 36 recreation centers, 66 pools and 14 miles of beach. Our primary responsibility is to build and maintain clean, safe and accessible parks, and to create cultural and educational programs for New Yorkers of all ages to enjoy. The mission of Recreation is to enable all New Yorkers to lead physically active and intellectually stimulating lives through sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, technology, education, and the arts. Recreation programming includes specialized exercise classes, youth sports, senior activities, summer camps and free afterschool programs, all offered throughout the city in parks and recreation centers. The approximately 65,000 square‑foot Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center will be a state‑of‑the‑art community hub, featuring a gymnasium, fitness rooms, and multi‑purpose rooms that will host a variety of Afterschool, Summer Camp, Robotics, and Arts & Cultural programs. Major Responsibilities Under supervision, manage and oversee the operation and maintenance of a recreation center. Develop and administer recreation programs. Oversee center inspections, evaluate repair needs, and take appropriate action to maintain facility. Supervise, evaluate and provide dynamic leadership to a diverse staff. Manage the development and implementation of the center’s revenue plan. Coordinate membership drives and account for all revenue generated through membership and programs. Develop and institute grant‑funded programs and ensure that all center funds are accurately tracked. Work closely with all organizations and individuals contracted to provide services to the center; maintain records of services rendered. Act as liaison with community boards, local organizations and schools. Provide the Borough Chief of Recreation with needs analyses and budget justifications. Coordinate center safety protocols; manage the proper deployment and training of all CPR and AED certified staff and the maintenance of related safety equipment. Conduct weekly staff meetings and seasonal training seminars. Appointees to this position will receive an assignment differential of $1,030 in addition to their base salary. Work Location Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center, Staten Island How to Apply Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID #784051. Minimum Qualifications Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and one year of satisfactory, full‑time experience in recreation leadership; or Associate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory, full‑time experience in recreation leadership; or High school diploma or its equivalent and five years of satisfactory, full‑time experience in recreation leadership; or Education and/or experience equivalent to “1” above, with all candidates possessing at least a four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of satisfactory, full‑time experience as described in “1.” Preferred Skills Current permanent Recreation Supervisor or employee who has taken and passed the Recreation Supervisor Civil Service Examination (Exam No. 5148). Bachelor’s degree. Excellent management, administrative and communication skills. Two (2) years of experience planning, supervising and implementing recreation programs. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to program and schedule an indoor pool facility. Bilingual. Available to work evenings and weekends as needed. Valid New York State driver license. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55‑a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan‑forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties is required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency is required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or pregnancy. Salary $80,000.00 – $84,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr City of New York