Supervisor - Recreation (Park and Recreation [PKR] Dept., Non-Civil Service)

Recreation Supervisor

The Recreation Supervisor manages, supervises, and oversees the overall operations of a community recreation center, including staff, independent contractors and volunteers. Responsible for the fiscal management of the center, goal setting, and communication of the organization, media, all levels of management, and the diverse population within the community service level.

Essential Functions

• Supervises, oversees, manages, and monitors the daily operations of a community center; assists with opening and closing procedures for the center, handles cash and daily revenue accounting, and ensures the facility is clean and aesthetically appealing; develops and implements long range plans, programs and schedules; determines goals and objectives needing emphasis.
• Coaches and mentors staff, reviews and approves work schedules, approves and submits time cards, and meets with staff one-on-one to provide corrective action regarding their work; evaluates and verifies employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and work techniques; identifies staff development and training needs and recruits, selects, assigns, and motivates the performance of subordinates.
• Recommends recreation specific programming techniques, procedures, materials and equipment; trains and instructs subordinates, volunteers, contract instructors, and participants concerning policies, procedures, and programs.
• Develops and maintains cost-effective and revenue generating recreation programs and services that meet the needs of the community and are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations, goals, and safety standards.
• Assesses trends in the community for new programs and services; evaluates programs and events for effectiveness and participation levels, assists in the development of new programs, and recommends program changes; tracks services provided, monitors results, and generates operational or program reports as needed.
• Compiles statistical data and prepares reports on attendance, facility use and budgeted expenditures; prepares and monitors the center's annual operating budget and ensures the proper maintenance of all program files and records.
• Performs any and all other tasks as needed or assigned.

Knowledge and Skills

• City policies, rules and regulations governing the conduct and safety of persons using municipal recreation facilities, programs and equipment.
• Knowledge of human relations and supervision necessary to function as a first or second level supervisor. Supervising, coordinating, and monitoring the work of subordinate staff providing assistance to the recreation programs and facilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Safety rules and precautions/occupational hazards, knowledge of first aid principles and practices.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial and personnel records.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all levels of management, city officials, vendors, other government agencies, other employees and the general public.
• Principles, practices, philosophy and objectives of public recreation programs and services, effective program planning, development, administration and evaluation.
• Effective and appropriate public contact and telephone techniques.
• Principles and practices of marketing, advertising, promotions and customer service.
• Modern office practices and procedures.
• Personal computer operation and software applications.
• Ability to interpret and explain department and program policies, rules and procedures.

Experience

Five (5) years' experience in recreation program development, implementation, and facilitation, and one (1) year of supervisory/lead work experience. Preferred: experience in outdoor education and national certifications in kayaking/paddle sports, mountain biking, Wilderness First Aid, archery, Leave No Trace, and survival skills.

Education

High School Diploma, GED. A bachelor's or 4-year degree is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid Driver's License. Preferred: Certified Park and Recreation Professional

Salary Range

$58,801.60 - $70,574.40. The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.