Salary : $54,587.00 – $76,422.00 Annually
Location : New Braunfels, TX
Job Type: Full Time Exempt
Job Number: 00574
Department: PARKS AND RECREATION
Division: Parks/Landa Rec
Opening Date: 07/07/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Job Summary
Under general supervision, this position manages and coordinates the comprehensive administrative and operational activities of the Landa Recreation Center including programs, special events and activities. Responsibilities include the promotion and coordination of progressive and innovative recreation programs for the community, development and management of special events, and management and development of summer day camp programs.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Assists in ensuring the delivery of high quality recreation programs and services to the community.
- Manages assigned staff and activities to maintain Landa Recreation Center in a safe condition and to meet community needs; provides leadership to assure that facilities are maintained and programs are coordinated in alignment with the City’s strategic objectives, State and Federal laws, and within allocated budget.
- Manages recreation programming and special event coordination and setup; recommends additional programming and events to ensure program growth based on customer preference and trends.
- Hires, trains and evaluates assigned staff; develops staff skills and conducts performance evaluations; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; reviews the work of assigned staff to assure the quality and timely accomplishment of assigned duties and responsibilities.
- Develops procedures, forms, guidelines, and training programs for all assigned staff members; develops and maintains records, systems, and procedures, as well as written and oral reports and presentations.
- Monitors and reviews trends in public recreation operations and management issues, and recommends improvements in the City recreation programs.
- Works closely with recreation organizations, community groups, vendors, and regional sports and recreation associations to promote City programs, coordinate operations and facilitate community participation.
- Responds to all requests for information; provides information to other recreation program managers and organizations; researches recreation issues, and recommends solutions.
- Assists in managing social media accounts; responds to inquiries and creates posts as appropriate; communicates upcoming Parks activities and events.
- Coordinates special events such as the annual volunteer banquet, 175th River Parade, and Parks and Rec Month.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Kinesiology or a related field is required; AND three (3) years recreation programming experience with two (2) years supervisory experience required.
Required Licenses or Certifications:
- Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
- Must possess or be able to obtain within 1 year of employment: Community First Aid and Safety/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) / Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements
Required Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of recreation program, day camp and special event management.
- Marketing and promotion of programs and services.
- Operational characteristics, services and activities of recreation facility management.
- Federal and State safety laws and regulations.
- Principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, project management, cost accounting, cash management, budgeting and employee supervision.
Required Skill in:
- Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
- Supervising staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
- Interpreting customer and facility needs and solving customer service and public relations issues.
- Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, demands and events.
- Analyzing problems, providing alternatives, identifying solutions in support of established goals, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations.
- Responding to emergencies and determining corrective actions using available resources.
- Establishing and maintaining cooperative and effective working relationships with City employees, State and Federal agencies, and the general public.
- Operating and maintaining a personal computer utilizing a variety of business software and communications equipment.
- Effective, clear and concise communication, both verbally and in writing.
Physical Demands / Work Environment:
- Work is performed in an office environment; outdoors in all weather conditions; is subject to sitting, standing, bending and reaching for extended periods of time; and must be able to safely pull, push, lift and carry items weighing up to forty (40) pounds.
- Must be able to work irregular hours including weekends, holidays and evenings.
- May be required to work immediately before, during or after an emergency or disaster.
- NOTE: This position is designated safety and/or security sensitive.
The City of New Braunfels offers a cost effective comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Some of our benefits are also available to our part-time regular employees.
To learn more about our compensation and benefits, please visit our page.
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Are you at least 18 years old?
- Yes
- No
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Are you willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or a related field?
- Yes
- No
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Do you have supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
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This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing. Are you willing to submit to a pre-employment drug testing?
- Yes
- No
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Briefly describe your experience in managing the operation of a facility that focuses solely on general recreational programming, children’s day camps, and city-wide special events.
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Include any relevant certifications or education that you possess that would directly enhance your performance in this position.
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Briefly describe your experience with recruiting, hiring, supervising, and evaluating part-time/seasonal staff members.
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Please describe your experience with registration software, point of sale transactions, front desk operations, etc.
Required Question