Recreation Program Supervisor

Description

Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

• L- We lift up our community
• O- We take ownership of our collective performance
• V- We value and respect all employees
• E- We empower employees to grow

Under general supervision, plans, organizes and promotes recreation, youth, adult, senior, and community services programs and events; supervises the work of part-time and contract staff; prepares related written and promotional materials and information; performs related duties as required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages workflow;

• Creates and manages team schedules;

• Reports to HR and senior management;

• Hires, supervises and trains part-time employees to provide quality recreation programming in a safe atmosphere;

• Evaluates performance and provides feedback;

• Identifies and applies career advancement opportunities;

• Assists in resolving employee issues and disputes;

• Manages day-to-day operations of recreational facilities;

• Oversees marketing efforts to effectively promote programs and events within the community;

• Prepares and submits promotional material for assigned program areas for seasonal brochures, flyers and the website;

• Ensures adherence to departmental policies and guidelines while overseeing policy updates to improve program delivery, and conducts ongoing staff training for optimal service quality;

• Maintains accurate records and reports related to program attendance, budget utilization, and other relevant metrics;

• Collaborates with community stakeholders to foster inclusivity and engagement among residents;

• Prepares and maintains budgets for assigned program areas that are cost effective and meets established cost recovery goals;

• Continually evaluates recreation programs to insure the needs of the public and agency goals are obtained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or an Associate's degree with a combination of a minimum of two (2) years of related work experience;

• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and

• Valid Driver's License.

• First Aid, CPR, and AED certified.

Supplemental Information

• Obtain CPRP certification within two (2) years.

• Continually develop as a professional, attend workshops and networking with other professionals annually.

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products;

• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials;

• Highly organized and have the ability to prioritize projects and handle several projects at one time.

• Possesses both the ability to carry out instructions given by the Recreation Manager and think quickly and make decisive action on his/her own

• Exhibit good problem-problem skills and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Recreation Department.