Recreation Facility Manager

The Recreation Facility Manager is responsible for managing and directing functions and programs of a multi-disciplinary municipal recreation center (Copper Sky) and other recreational facilities. The primary function of this employee is to plan, manage, directly supervise (Recreation Coordinators and/or Recreation Programmers), direct, and evaluate the comprehensive facility operations recreation programs, while focusing on creating an exceptional customer experience throughout. This employee provides executive-level assistance with policy and budgetary analysis to the Recreation Superintendent. Additionally, this employee implements long and short-range recreational planning objectives, program evaluation, implements activities to generate increasing revenue and conducts community needs assessments. Responsibilities include planning, implementation, and monitoring of the budget. The employee manages large complex projects which cross departmental lines and require special skills in dealing with City departments, community groups, and not-for-profit agency boards and executive staff. Additionally, this employee is responsible for overseeing acquisition and control of related program equipment, materials, and supplies; and establishing community partnerships to enhance delivery of services. The employee will oversee both recreation programs and facilities.Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.*

Supervises operation of Copper Sky Multigenerational Center and other recreational facilities;* Manages the planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and promotion of comprehensive recreational programs andservices;* Supervises program and facility staff members, including scheduling, training, evaluations, and hiring. Motivates and promotes an excellent customer service attitude in employees;* Supervises scheduling and reservations of recreational facilities;* Develops policies and procedures, programs, and objectives for leisure, recreation, and facilities;* Develops, recommends and implements technical and operational procedures and systems to achieve improved economy and efficiency in recreation operations;* Develops and implements a customer service approach to create an exceptional overall experience * Inspects and monitors all major programs, services, staff, and facilities on a regular basis to evaluate quality and efficiency of operations and systems and compliance with operational standards;* Defines issues, collects data, analyzes information and evaluates alternative solutions;* Researches and develops new programs, operating procedures and revenue sources, and develops funding proposals;* Prepares and monitors compliance with the division budget;* Maintains financial records, including revenue and fees generated by programs, program operational costs, facility revenue and expense schedules, budget projections, and analyses;* Negotiates and monitors vendor and concession contracts and operations;* Supervises implementation and enforcement of risk management and safety policies, regulations, and procedures;* Monitors accident, incident, and emergency situation reports; escalates as necessary * Participates in the development, implementation, evaluation and enforcement of department policies, procedures, and standards. Interprets, explains, and enforces federal, state, county and city laws, rules and regulations;* Researches, analyzes, and prepares reports on parks and recreation program and project status, and accomplishments for city management, community organizations, and the general public;* Makes periodic written and oral reports, including budget updates and projections, and special reports to the Parks, Recreation & Library Committee and City Council;* Researches, prepares and administers grant applications for recreation facilities, improvement projects and programs;* Coordinates activities with program supervisors, city departments, and school districts, arranging resource and facility schedules;* Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures;* Other duties as assigned.Minimum and Preferred Entrance QualificationsEducation and Experience * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation, Sports Management, Public Administration, or a related field. * An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.Licenses or Certifications * Possession of, or ability to obtain within 60 days:* A valid Arizona driver's license. * Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. * First Aid certification.Competencies for Successful Performance of Job DutiesSkill in: * Resource management. * Programming and scheduling. * Customer Service. * Organization and time management. * Verbal and written communication. * Employee Management * Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.Ability to: * Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, commission members, City Officials including City Council and City Manager and the general public. * Meet schedules and deadlines of the work. * Follow oral and written instructions. * Manage budgets. * Speak to groups. * Develop marketing plan for program area. * Follow proper cash handling procedures.