Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Position Available In Harnett, North Carolina

Assistant Parks and Recreation Director Town of Angier, NC 249 East Williams Street, Angier, NC 27501

Primary Reason Classification Exists:

To perform professional administrative work assisting in the planning, implementing, and evaluating municipal leisure and sports recreation programs. Distinguishing Features of the Class An employee in this class provides support to the Parks & Recreation Director in the areas of planning, developing and coordinating the operations and maintenance of municipal parks, educational & athletic programs, special events and special services for citizens of all ages. The classification requires the exercise of independent judgment, initiative and discretion in the administration of policies and procedures related to implementation of various program. Supervision is exercised over parks maintenance staff and schedules scorekeepers and concession workers. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Parks & Recreation Director and is evaluated on the basis of attainment of individual and group objectives, effectiveness of programs in meeting community needs, and public acceptance. Illustrative Examples of Work

• Prepares baseball, softball and soccer fields for games
• Operates various mowers, bunker rakes, blowers and weed eaters in maintenance of athletic fields and grounds
• Maintains department website, Facebook page, Twitter and Instagram accounts
• Plans maintenance schedule for park grounds
• Supervises games and other events
• Repairs broken equipment and tools
• Prepares practice, game and light schedules
• Schedules scorekeepers and workers for concession stand
• Participates in the planning, developing, supervising and coordinating of events at parks, educational & athletic programs including special events and services for citizens of all ages
• Provides public relations and information programs; develops media advertising to publicizes programs and activities; receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance, concerns, and complaints of program participants, parents, and the general public
• Coordinates and supervises all activities in parks and facilities; assigns work; establishes schedules; evaluates work performance
• Oversees program scheduling and reservations; ensures proper maintenance of facilities; oversees and participates in preparation of facilities for activities and events
• Performs related work as required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of all phases of community recreational activities and their administration
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of parks and grounds planning
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software
• Knowledge of turf maintenance and repair
• Ability to cooperate with and interpret recreational philosophies to private groups and agencies, and the general public
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials, public groups, citizens, and associates
• Ability to communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to direct the work of a large and diverse staff Physical Requirements This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels. Visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. Working Conditions The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions. The worker may be exposed to blood-borne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment. Education Graduation from High School or GED Experience Five (5) or more years’ experience working in a municipal parks and recreation department with experience in parks and grounds maintenance, athletic programs and scheduling of events and staff.

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Special Requirements:

Valid North Carolina driver’s license Disclaimer This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Town of Angier reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $71,511.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Angier, NC 27501 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Angier, NC 27501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person