Salary: $69,042.42 - $100,111.51 AnnuallyLocation : League City, TXJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: FY202400125Department: Parks RecreationOpening Date: 09/23/2024FLSA: Non-ExemptJob DescriptionResponsible for the preparation and monitoring of the Parks Recreation Department budget. Performs a variety of complex professional and administrative work in planning, developing, scheduling, directing and implementing a comprehensive year-round, city-wide parks and recreation program. Example of Duties The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Assist Recreation Program Manager to prepare, develop, and monitor the department budget; monitor revenues and expenditures in assigned areas to assure sound fiscal control; prepare annual budget requests; assure effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
- Initiate and maintain diversified and comprehensive recreational programs; responsibilities including but not limited to: athletic leagues, adult and children's classes, senior program, adaptive programs, special events, pool operations and concession operations.
- Recruit, select, supervise, train, appraise, counsel and terminate selected Department personnel.
- Ensures that all personnel are informed of Department policies, business plan goals, and works through subordinate staff to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
- Promote the Department programs and services through marketing and promotional activities; including advertisements, data bases, fliers, brochures, City website, City matters, public access network, etc.
- Develop and oversee cash management programs for collection of fees for program registration and contracts and manage fee-schedules set by ordinances; review facility rentals; develop and manage department revenues and cost recovery program; review cash flow reports; approve refund for activities, facilities and events; review and approve receipts and expenses.
- Evaluate programs and leagues through observation, direct contact and surveys with participants.
- Supervise the inventory of recreation supplies and equipment; approve purchases as needed.
- Prepare, submit and analyze various records and reports including program reports, invoices, performance measures, performance evaluations, bid specifications, purchase orders, grant applications, budget documents, revenue reports, and annual reports.
- Selects and manages the performance of external vendors and contractors, defining specifications; defining terms and and agreements; recommending selection; providing technical expertise and guidance to vendors and contractors; ensuring terms of contracts are met; authorizing payments; evaluating performance.
- Respond to inquiries, complaints, or requests for recreation programs from the public.
- Perform related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration, Parks Administration, or other related field .
- One to three years of experience in public recreation, athletics, aquatics, park maintenance, or related field.
- Current driver's license.
- Current CPO(Certified Pool Operator) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification or the ability to obtain one of these certifications within six months of your hire date.
- CPRP preferred.
- Any combination of education, training, and experience, which provide the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities needed for this position, may be substituted or evaluated at the discretion of the City.
Supplemental Information Knowledge of:
- The principles and practices of modern parks and recreation programs.
- Equipment and facilities required in a comprehensive parks recreation program. Knowledge of the principles and practices of maintenance and use of public buildings and park facilities.
- Community recreation needs and resources.
- The principles and practices of office management, work organization, and supervision.
Skill in:
- The use and care of recreational equipment.
- Various computer software programs.
- Public relations.
- Public speaking.
Ability to:
- Plan, organize, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive community park and recreation program.
- Coordinate, analyze, and utilize a variety of reports and records.
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, public/private agencies, and citizens.
01 Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration, Parks Administration, or other related field?
02 Do you have three years or more experience in public recreation, athletics, aquatics, park maintenance, or related field?
03 Do you have a current CPO (Certified Pool Operator) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification?
04 If you don't have a CPO or AFO certification , do you have the ability to obtain one of these certifications within six months of your hire date?
05 Do you have a current driver's license?
Required Question