Recreation Supervisor (Specialty/Youth Programs) jobs in United States
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NEOGOV · 2 weeks ago

Recreation Supervisor (Specialty/Youth Programs)

NEOGOV is the employer of the City of De Pere, which is known for its commitment to exceptional customer service and community engagement. The Recreation Supervisor will lead, plan, and coordinate youth-centric and specialty recreational programming, ensuring safe and sustainable recreational opportunities for residents and the public.

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Responsibilities

Direct the work of and manage the seasonal recreation staff of the Department. Interview and select new employees. Complete onboarding process for new hires. Provide training, instructions, and ongoing training needs. Assign tasks, review work, and prepare performance evaluations. Provide staff coaching/counseling. Recommend employee transfers, promotions, disciplinary action, and discharge
Plan, develop, manage, coordinate and evaluate the City’s recreational services. Develop recreational programs and activities for the City that will provide the opportunity for constructive use of leisure time, social interaction and development of physical and personal wellbeing of participants
Coordinate and schedule activities for Summer Day Camp, Kidz Zone Before/After School Program, and Pre-School Programs. Plan and prepare program curriculum and content. Research and implement in-house and off-site field trips for programs
Assist with the planning and implementation of large-scale community events (weekly Beer Gardens, Holiday Lights Festival, etc.)
Ensure a safe and excellent customer service experience for our residents, members and patrons
Oversee youth recreation program development and operations
Develop and implement recreation program plans, policies, rules, regulations, user fees and rental rates for submission to the Superintendent
Review Department of Health and Family Services (DHFS) guidelines for updates and enforce rules and regulations
Maintain requisitions and supplies. Monitor, distribute and replenish supplies. Prepare purchase orders and process invoices
Prepare program budgets and maintain records for assigned programs. Develop and maintain necessary program reports and forms including permission forms, emergency forms, attendance forms, profit/loss reports, and evaluation reports. Develop, monitor and manage payment plans for specific programs
Process operating expenditures for recreation activities, including payroll for seasonal employees, reviewing time sheets and verifying hours and rates
Ensure effective scheduling of the recreation facilities with the department personnel, City Departments, community organizations, businesses, schools and the general public
Establish and maintain relationships with local businesses and key stakeholders to acquire sponsorships and enhance fundraising efforts
Pro-actively implements ADA and cultural diversity, taking measures which optimize opportunities for equal access to recreation programs, activities and facilities by persons with disabilities, minorities and members of other protected classes
Serve as a Liaison to various community organizations. Act as the liaison with schools for summer lunch programs and contact for teen advisory representative. Conduct school presentations and promote department programs and events
Coordinate the administration of special projects, program evaluations and surveys. Promotes and markets the City recreation programs, activities and facilities.   Develop an on-going public relations program
Implement strategies to support recruitment of new program participants and retention of existing participants; strategize for recruitment and retention of seasonal program staff
Prepare agenda items for Board of Park Commissioners, attend meetings as needed, and respond to requests for information
Respond to after-hour call-ins for the Community Center and recreation facilities
Respond to citizen needs and changing trends regarding program improvements and facilities
Maintain knowledge by attending conferences and educational seminars. Perform the duties of Recreation Superintendent in their absence, as assigned
Provide backup to support Administrative Assistants and other Managers, as needed
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Recreation program managementSupervisory experienceCommunity relationsBudget analysisCertified ParkRecreation ProfessionalEvent planningEffective communicationTeam leadershipProblem solvingOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Recreation and/or Human Development or related field
Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in a similar environment, including direct supervisory experience
Valid unencumbered Wisconsin driver's license and safe driving record

Preferred

Certified Park and Recreation Professional preferred

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Flexible Spending Plan
457 Deferred Compensation plans
Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
Vacation - start at 3 weeks
Floating Holidays
Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
'Dress For Your Day' Dresscode
Wellness Incentive Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Friday afternoons off and Alternative Work Arrangements available
Identity Fraud Expense Reimbursement
Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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