NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Recreation Program Manager - Permits & Scheduling/Special Events
1209 Admiral Street, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$77K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the position of Recreation Program Manager for the Special Events and Permits Division within the City of Richmond's Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities. This role is responsible for providing operational oversight for programming, scheduling, and processing permits for various city parks and events, while also supervising staff and coordinating special events.
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Responsibilities
Hiring, training, and supervising staff (full time, temporary and interns) including goal setting, performance evaluations, discipline, and professional development
Collaborating with Program and Operations Manager and full-time staff to set annual goals and work plans
Managing complex tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Creating and managing budgets for events including tracking cost and determining expenditures
Recommending annual program budget to Program and Operations Manager in alignment with City processes, and monitoring budget funds for the division
Preparing, submitting, and managing grant applications and proposals to support area services programs and activities
Liaising with vendors, exhibitors, caterers and securing event venues
Planning, developing, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating programs and events
Facilitating programs as necessary in coordination with department and non-department staff
Performing research, assessing community needs and evaluating program opportunities
Monitoring inventory and purchasing program equipment and supplies as needed
Providing statistical reports on program operations. Identifying and coordinating with community partners to develop and provide program and service opportunities
Collaborating with department and non-department staff and volunteers to support or lead various programming efforts that are assigned to the department
Ensuring compliance with city codes and fostering positive community relations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation, business/public administration, or a related area
5 years of professional recreational programming and/or parks or facilities management experience
2 years of supervisory experience
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire
Assignment may require a current First Aid/CPR certification
Ability to manage complex issues, demonstrate well-developed decision-making skills, and be exemplary at problem solving
Well developed professional communication skills (both orally and written)
Relationship building skills and the ability to work with various stakeholders (participants, service providers, etc.) and with community partners is critical
Ability to develop, deliver and connect relevant training to internal staff is necessary
Must be assertive, and able to manage conflict, and work in both a team and individual environment to accomplish goals
Ability to operate equipment such as, but not limited to: City vehicles, cell phones, computers, copiers/scanners/printers, audio visual equipment, etc
Principles and practices of Special Events and facility scheduling administration and management
Principles regarding universal program design and program modification
Principles and methods of qualitative and quantitative research, analysis and application for compliance, best practice, and trends
Techniques and methods for organizing, prioritizing, and assigning work
Principles of effective oral presentations and training facilitation
Organization Skills – the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment
Benefits
Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Language Incentive
Referral Bonus
Tuition Assistance Program
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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