Recreation Manager – Out of School Time Youth Programs

Salary : $109,024.00 – $149,253.00 Annually

Location : Tacoma, WA

Job Type: Career Full-time Non Represented

Job Number: RecMgrOST2023

Department: Parks and Recreation

Opening Date: 06/27/2023

Closing Date: 7/16/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

Job Description
Based on our internal equity review process, the starting salary for a candidate meeting the qualifications for this position will be $109,024.00 yearly. The full yearly salary range for this position is $109,024.00 – $149,253.00 annually.

AREAS OF OVERSIGHTThe Recreation Manager – Out of School Time Youth Programs, is responsible for the oversight of school recreation programs including Beyond the Bell in 36 elementary schools and Club Beyond in 12 middle schools, and other out of school time programs in collaboration with Tacoma Public Schools and other partners.

Work where you play!Join our team at Metro Parks Tacoma to put your skills to use serving your community and making Tacoma a vibrant, healthy, and welcoming place to live.

Who We Are
Metro Parks Tacoma (MPT) is a CAPRA-accredited and AZA-accredited, independent park district that leads efforts to build a healthy, sustainable community. Located in Tacoma, Washington, Metro Parks’ mission is to create healthy opportunities to play, learn, and grow. The independent park district spans the city providing a wide range of life-enriching destinations and services, including 70+ parks, 80+ miles of trails, 1,000+ acres of urban forest, 66 playgrounds, four community centers, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Point Defiance Park, and much more. Our work is guided by eight core values that are the foundation of our actions and goals: innovation, excellence, equity, inclusiveness, sustainability, accountability, safety, and fun.
Why You’ll Love it HereCome work where you play! You will contribute to the overall vitality and well-being of your community when you work for Metro Parks Tacoma, and you’ll do so as part of a supportive team of committed, passionate, and mission-driven professionals. The people of Metro Parks are the key to its success, and you just might be the next great addition to our team. You’ll receive a competitive wage, along with an attractive benefits package, including medical, dental, retirement, vacation, holidays, and much more. On top of that, you’ll wake each day knowing that you’re helping make Tacoma a great place to call home.

Position Information
Under the general direction of the Deputy Director of Community and Neighborhood Parks and Facilities, manage the planning, organization, administration and direction of assigned recreation divisions. Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff and provide leadership in the administration of the overall departmental organization.

In the performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:

• Perform quality work within deadlines with or without direct supervision.
• Interact professionally with other employees, customers and suppliers.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.
• Observe applicable safety requirements, use safety equipment provided, implement appropriate safety practices at all times and report immediately any unsafe working conditions or hazards.

Essential Duties

• Oversee the development of all business plans associated with the assigned units. Ensure the linkage and alignment of business plans with the Mission Led Comprehensive Program Plan, and Strategic Master Plan.
• Manage the activities of the assigned operational unit, which includes planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and/or service offerings; ensures compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, rules and/or standards.
• Provide and inspire a culture which encourages collaboration and employee development and practices effective leadership by empowering staff to make decisions. Recruit, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff, direct and coordinate staff training.
• Implement department responsibilities within the Strategic Master Plan and Mission Led Comprehensive Plan; establish and report on the department work plan, benchmarks and performance measurement objectives.
• Assess youth needs and develop a variety of recreational, cultural, and educational programs/services and assure appropriate program interpretation for the general public; develop and implement a plan to inform education and communicate the benefits of school based recreation programming, parks and recreation to the Tacoma community.
• Develop and prepare biennial budget for areas of direct responsibility; Review, approve and submit the recommended program budgets for assigned units; create cost centers and incorporate outcome measures; analyze and review financial and outcome data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations.
• Participate in special projects, a variety of hearings, task forces, meetings, committees, and/or training sessions. Represent the department on multiple cross-departmental committees and work groups.
• Communicate with other administrators, District personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs within assigned unit, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information; communicate with Board of Park Commissioners via the Director of Parks and Recreation and Executive Director regarding issues related to District operations; serve as departmental liaison to government agencies.
• Create and work with external partners to enhance program delivery and maximize the use of resources.
• Identify alternative funding through other city, state, federal, and other governmental agencies and grantors.
• Participate in the administration and leadership of the overall department and organization.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations related to assigned programs, activities and operations to the general public and special interest groups. Recommend and prepare policy and procedure changes to assist in program operation or as assigned as district wide policy review.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Program Administration or related field, and five (5) years increasingly responsible supervisory experience. Five additional years of related experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree.

LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Washington State driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Obtain a valid First Aid and CPR card within the probationary period.
KEY SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Be committed to working collaboratively to deliver high-quality parks and school based recreation programs served by Metro Parks.
• Value diversity, equity and inclusion and community outreach and engagement to improve the connection to the community and understand the demand for services.
• Have a proven track record of recruiting, hiring, training, mentoring and retaining staff.
• Have a strong commitment to customer service and possess a team-oriented style that always attempts to get to “yes.”
• Have the ability to connect with current partners and create new partnerships to enhance relationships and level of service.
• Ability to implement a training program for staff, particularly for school based recreation programs, to be able to handle challenging individuals and situations with de-escalation techniques and confidence-building knowledge.
• Possess a calming, nurturing personality that always puts the team above self.
• Instill accountability for all levels of staff while maintaining empathy.
• Ability to build relationships amongst peers, staff, and external partners.
• Be politically astute; understand the various initiatives within Metro Parks, Tacoma Public Schools, city of Tacoma, and other external partners.
• Be an active community leader and true professional with an engaging communication style and excellent listening skills.
• Have the ability to prioritize, direct and implement multiple priorities at the same time.
• Skills and organizational ability to create, implement and monitor work plans for all areas of oversight.
• Understand business development principles in the areas of product pricing, sales, marketing and strategic vision and innovation.
• Understand basic principles of capital planning, maintenance and operations.

Additional Information
ENVIRONMENT:

• Office environment.
• Extensive contact with the public.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Sight to read and develop written and visual materials; monitor personnel and assigned operations and activities.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment.
• Safe operations of a motor vehicle.

HAZARDS:

• Possible contact with dissatisfied or abusive individuals.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Planning, organization and direction of assigned divisions and programs.
• Facility operations, organization, policies and procedures.
• Organization and development techniques for recreation programs.
• Recreation operations, values and benefits.
• Budget preparation and compliance.
• Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training, including employee development and progressive discipline.
• Public speaking techniques.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Basic principles of capital planning, maintenance and operations
• Basic principles of marketing and sales techniques

ABILITY TO:

• Plan, organize and direct a variety of programs, projects and activities of assigned divisions.
• Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
• Prepare and administer assigned budgets.
• Interpret rules and regulations.
• Perform emergency first aid and CPR as needed and according to established guidelines.
• Communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
• Assess and evaluate situations effectively.
• Exert optimal effort in successfully completing tasks.
• Take initiative with minimal supervision.
• Extract and record data and carry out calculations accurately.
• Set up and operate equipment that can require selection from options or different settings.
• Manage time efficiently and effectively through scheduling and prioritizing.
• Work within and contribute to the effectiveness of a team, respecting differences.
• Report for work regularly and on time.

METRO PARKS TACOMA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation, disability or any other merit factor. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.

MPT employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

MPT is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource at .

Employment is subject to a national background check.

This position is an at-will position with no written or implied contractual agreement.

OVERVIEW (more detailed information can be found at )

Life Insurance: Provided at no cost to the employee through Unum, amount is equal to annual salary up to $200,000. Benefits will reduce at age 70.

Retirement Plan: All employees are covered under the Public Employees’ Retirement System through the Washington State Department of Retirement Services (DRS).

Medical Coverage and Dental Coverage: Metro Parks Tacoma pays 90% of the total cost of medical/dental coverage for employees and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following the date of employment. Medical coverage is offered through Kaiser. Dental options include Delta Dental Service and Willamette Dental.

Health Care and Day Care Reimbursement Accounts: A benefit plan that allows you to pay for health care or dependent care expenses with “before tax” dollars.

Deferred Compensation (457 plan): Optional employee paid retirement savings plans are available through ICMA,WA State Deferred Comp Program, Empower and Mass Mutual.

Paid Holidays for career employees: New Years Day, Martin Luther King’s Birthday, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, Two Floating Holidays are granted after successful completion of the 9 month probationary period.

Vacation: 13.33 hours earned monthly (20 days per year).

Sick Leave: 8 hours earned monthly.

Administrative Leave: 40 hours granted per year.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –SupportLinc provides emotional wellbeing and work-life balance resources to keep you at your best. Administered by CuraLinc Healthcare, the program offers guidance to help you address and resolve everyday issues at no cost to you or your family. Features include:

Kinside – A child care benefit, connecting you with open spots and discounts of up to 20 percent at top daycares, preschools, camps and after school programs.

Community Center Fitness Pass – All Metro Parks Tacoma employees get a Staff Pass to use at our community centers.The All Center Pass allows access to all four centers – Center at Norpoint, Eastside Community Center, People’s Center and STAR Center – plus three indoor pools, all semi-outdoor fitness classes, and our exciting new online virtual community center.

Did you know… Benefits at Metro Parks Tacoma include more than the great options for medical, dental and vision. There is so much more to our overall compensation package. Here are a few highlights:

• Beyond Medical, Dental and Vision: All medical plans include Naturopathy, Massage therapy and Chiropractic care (some restrictions apply). See the benefits summaries for more information.
• An Ounce of Prevention is Better Than a Pound of Cure: Stay ahead of the game by taking advantage of the quality preventative care our plans have to offer. Preventative care is covered at 100% so you are not charged the deductible or pay co-insurance for preventative care. See the benefits summaries for more information.
• Tax Free Health Accounts: MPT offers Flexible Spending Account options that allow you to set aside money on a pretax basis for out of pocket medical and/or childcare expenses. Sign up at the start of the year with open enrollment. If you have chosen the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP), you will receive a Health Savings Account with an employer provided contribution. Check out the benefits page for more information.
• Be Ready for Retirement: Retirement plan options include the required PERS contributions AND also several Deferred Compensation Plan (457 plan) Options. Retirement savings can help you set yourself up for success now (lowering your federal income tax threshold through savings on a pre-tax basis) and later. Check out the benefits page for more information.
• Everyone Needs a Helping Hand: Employee Assistance Program – this program offers confidential, professional AND FREE 24/7 resources to all Metro Parks Tacoma employees. The program offers resources for things like: counseling, legal and financial services, ID theft victim resources, Daily living information, elder and child care, stress reduction tools, website access, newsletters, webinars and more.
• Preparing for the Unexpected: Life Insurance & Accidental Death/Dismemberment Insurance is paid for by MPT and at no cost career employees . The amount is equal to your annual salary up to $200k. Check out the benefits page for more information.
• Getting Fit: Fitness Center Pass – ALL MPT employees are eligible to use our fitness facilities and even participate in many class at various community centers for FREE!
• Checking Out All That MPT Offers the Community: We are bringing back the Familiarization Pass in 2022 – Employees are provided an annual familiarization pass that becomes their passport to explore a variety of opportunities available throughout the District. More information to come!
• Supporting Work/Life Balance: Alternative Work Arrangements – Some positions have the option to remote work upon meeting requirements. This is a great benefit as it allows MPT to reduce our carbon footprint and employees to achieve better work/life balance.
• Taking a Break: All MPT employees receive sick leave and career employees receive excellent Sick, Vacation and Holiday leave packages.
• Making a Difference: There are multiple ways to make a difference beyond the work you do. MPT employees can contribute to the Legacy Campaign through payroll deduction (or one time payment). You can also participate in a Day of Service with permission from your supervisor, be a member of the dragon boat team, donate blood at one of our member blood drives, or volunteer with our partner organizations.
• Family Support: Kinside helps you find the childcare you need to make work, work. Browse Kinside’s nationwide network for up-to-date openings at daycares, preschools, camps and after school programs you’ll love.

Note: THIS BENEFIT OVERVIEW IS FOR INFORMATION ONLY AND DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. ANY PROVISION CONTAINED HEREIN MAY BE MODIFIED AND/OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE.

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Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position: Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Program Administration or related field, and five (5) years increasingly responsible supervisory experience. Five additional years of related experience may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree.

• Yes
• No

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Please explain why you feel you are the most qualified candidate for this position, highlighting specific skills, personal attributes or other experience and knowledge that you will bring to the position.

Required Question