NEOGOV · 4 hours ago
Recreation Program Manager (Athletics)
Garner, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$64K/yr - $81K/yr
3+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Recreation Program Manager for the Town of Garner, NC. This role involves planning, organizing, and supervising athletic leagues and sports camps while providing leadership to staff and engaging with the community to enhance programming.
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Responsibilities
Evaluates community needs and effectiveness of programs by working with Town officials, community groups and stakeholders in determining needs and interests; recommends programs, priorities, budgets, and methods necessary to meet those needs; evaluates program successes and needed improvements; implements necessary changes
Plans, organizes and manages a variety of programs and activities both directly and through subordinate supervisors oriented toward department mission, vision and goals. This includes planning and scheduling programs and aligning resources, facilities and staff to maximize their impact
Coordinates maintenance, construction, and repair for buildings, parks, vehicles, open space, trails, fields, and related facilities with staff in other departments
Maintains the master calendar for Avery Street Recreation Center, athletic fields and tennis courts. Manages rental requests for assigned spaces
Monitors and assures the safety and clean and neat appearance of recreation centers, community center, theater, parks, and facilities; gives directions to staff for preparation of activities; coordinates maintenance and repair needs with Town staff
Participates in, performs and supervises hiring processes for full and part-time staff; This includes supervising and participating in employee orientation, training, scheduling work assignment, performance coaching and evaluation. Provides team building, coaching, mentoring, and articulation of vision of excellence in leading the division; works proactively to enhance morale and performance excellence
Recruits, orients and trains volunteers including coaching, game officials, facility attendants, and auditorium technicians
Develops and administers division budget; projects revenues and expenses; purchases materials and maintains inventory of equipment and supply needs; provides input into parks and recreation capital needs planning
Leads the marketing and community outreach efforts for the Athletics division by developing and executing strategic communication plans across various channels, including social media, the Town website, and the annual program guide
Collects community member feedback through surveys, focus groups and other listening tools; analyzes program data to evaluate success; and uses these insights to drive enrollment and enhance program quality
Provides necessary liaison with other public and private groups and agencies
Prepares and maintains records and reports as needed
Represents the department and Town on various committees and groups; establishes and maintains community and regional partnerships; develops and maintains sponsorship plans
Provides support to other staff as needed. Performs other related duties as required
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with degree in Sports Tourism, Parks, Recreation, Business, Physical Education or related field
Have at least (3) three years of experience in sports/or athletics
Have a valid driver's license in the state of North Carolina
Have a CPR and/or First Aid certification or be able to obtain within 6 months
Preferred
Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) is highly desirable
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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