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NEOGOV · 5 months ago

Recreation Program Supervisor - Athletics

Hopewell, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$49K/yr - $51K/yr

2+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Recreation Program Supervisor - Athletics for the City of Hopewell. This role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs for various age groups, supervising staff, and handling administrative duties related to these programs.

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Responsibilities

Supervises assigned division staff and volunteers; assign, direct, train, and inspect the work of staff and volunteers; coaches, counsels, disciplines, and evaluates staff performance; develops staff schedules

Develops, coordinates, implements, and evaluates recreation programs of assigned division, i.e.:

Events Division: securing vendors and performers, organizing and monitoring events, activities, and classes for various age groups including but not limited to out-of-school time programs

Athletics Division: planning and monitoring athletic programs or events such as leagues, clinics and/or tournaments for the Youth and Adult groups, gym, or Skate Parks

Community Division: planning and monitoring the programs, events, trips, classes, etc. and ensuring transportation services for Senior Citizens and adults with physical, mental, or sensory challenges to included but not limited to out-of-school time programs

Oversees the daily operations of respective division to include purchases, invoice payments, equipment maintenance and repairs, etc

Develops and produces flyers and articles to publicize programs and events

Maintains and updates programs, events, and activities for assigned area in the department database; maintains records and reports on program materials, supplies, equipment, and monetary activities including payroll data

Prepares and controls budget for assigned division; researches grants, funding, and external resources for the assigned programs; participates in fundraising for specific projects

Required to work all city-wide special events and emergency operations

Serves as a liaison between the city and the community, fostering positive relationships through effective communication and collaboration

Engage in various forms of interaction, including public speaking engagements and outreach opportunities, to promote city initiatives and gather community feedback

Ensure community needs and concerns are addressed by actively participating in meetings, forums, and events

Qualification

Recreation program planningSupervisory skillsBudget managementPublic speakingCommunity engagementFirst Aid/CPR/AED certificationCustomer service skillsDiverse community engagementOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in recreation management, or related field and moderate experience in planning and executing recreation programs including budgeting, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Two years of experience supervising staff, volunteers, contractors, and/or instructors

Valid driver's license - in the Commonwealth of Virginia

General knowledge of public recreation or athletic programs and of age-specific groups' behaviors

Supervisory/managerial skills

Teaching, oral, and written communication skills

Organization, business management, and computer skills

Customer focused customer service skills

Ability to manage physical demands of position

Ability to manage large crowds

Ability to use computer to create and send reports, correspondence, etc

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities

Ability to deal with all levels of the general public and community organizations