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Job Description
Therapeutic Recreation Manager (Division of Parks and Recreation) Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government - 3.3 Fayette County, KY Job Details Full-time $27.29 an hour 7 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Qualifications Staff supervision Driver's License Archery Newsletters (communication methods) Community relationship building Full Job Description SALARY The minimum salary is $27.286 per hour This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable. Pay Grade 520 FILING
DEADLINE DATE
The deadline to apply is Monday, July 20, 2026 GENERAL
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this classification is to manage and oversee recreation activities and personnel for a single large program area. This position develops, coordinates, manages and promotes the educational and wellness programs, activities and events for individuals with disabilities ages five and older. The primary responsibilities is for programs at the Senior and Therapeutic Recreation Center, but may include other spaces within the Division. This includes all aspects of program implementation including oversight, budget, evaluation, scheduling, analyzing and reporting program results. This position is also responsible for hiring, on-boarding, training and supervising full-time and part-time staff. This position will also respond to public inquiries and maintain relationships with members of the public and in various internal and external meetings.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree in a field related to the job such as Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation, Special Education, and Health and Human Services Four (4) years of related experience, one (1) of which has been directly supervising or managing employees Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience, however there are no substitutes for the required supervisory/management experience
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops, coordinates, manages, and promotes the activities and events associated with a major program area such as therapeutic recreation, arts, equestrian, fitness and wellness, athletics and community engagement Interviews, hires, trains, schedules, supervises, and evaluates staff and/or contractors Manages and oversees facilities and other resources for program area Performs administrative duties related to goals, objectives and performance including but not limited to budgeting, accounts payable, purchasing, payroll, data entry, reporting, and grant writing Coordinates, schedules, and conducts fitness test for participants and teach classes, as needed Represents LFUCG, the division and/or their program at various internal and external meetings and public functions and events Creates standards, educational materials, newsletters, and other publicity materials for the programs, as needed Performs related work as assigned
SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
All certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment. Valid driver's license to qualify First Aid and CPR/AED Certification must be obtained within first six (6) months of employment Archery Level 1 Instructor Certification and Water Safety Instructor Certification within first six (6) months of employment
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to work flexible hours and/or weekends, holidays, perform on-call duty, and split shifts when required. All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16. In addition, this position within the Divisions of Parks and Recreation requires Child Abuse and Neglect (CAN) checks before employment.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.
RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION
, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application. Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer. •
APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER
•CLOSING
STATEMENT
Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below: Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/benefits Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/working/employee-handbook#chapter-4-paid-and-unpaid-time-off-benefits Direct depo sit is required of all employees. The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For further information, call, e-mail, or visit: Division of Human Resources 200 East Main St. Lexington, KY 40507
Phone:
(859) 258-3030
Website:
lexingtonky.gov/jobs
E-mail:
CLASSIFICATION TITLE
This classification is formally titled: Recreation Manager
