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Job Description
Please note: The salary range above represents this position's earning potential. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $76,742 - $116,785 , based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
WHO WE ARE
Montgomery County Department of Recreation is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with a mission to provide high quality, diverse, and accessible community-based programs, activities, and services that serve the recreation and leisure needs of the Montgomery County community. The department manages 39 facilities including recreation centers, senior centers, and indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities and provides thousands of programs such as out-of-school activities, aquatics, classes, youth and adult sports programs and leagues, senior programs, and therapeutic recreation.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Department is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and energetic Recreation Supervisor to lead operations within our Community Facilities and Programs team. This role requires a proactive leader with strong organizational skills, a passion for community engagement, and the ability to oversee staff, programs, and facility operations. The ideal candidate will be skilled in planning and delivering diverse recreational services, managing day-to-day logistics, and fostering inclusive, vibrant community spaces. Successful candidates will bring strong experience and demonstrated abilities in: Leading staff, including training, coaching/mentoring, performance management, timekeeping, scheduling, and conduct oversight. Planning, organizing, and evaluating center operations and programs, and implementing corrective actions when needed. Addressing customer inquiries and concerns with timely, thoughtful responses. Researching trends and developing marketing strategies to promote recreational, educational, sports, and youth-serving programs. Designing and managing community-based programs with clear goals and measurable outcomes. Participating in budget development, monitoring expenditures, and using data to guide decisions. Overseeing program promotion, scheduling, and execution in alignment with departmental priorities. Communicating effectively both internally and externally, verbally and in writing. Selection Criteria Candidates will be evaluated based on the breadth and depth of their skills and experience in: Supervising, planning, and delivering high-impact recreational programs. Recruiting, training, and retaining both professional and seasonal staff, as well as volunteers. Advancing equity, access, and inclusion in program delivery to meet the needs of a diverse community. Building strong partnerships with County agencies, public schools, nonprofits, and community stakeholders. Delivering excellent customer service and fostering community trust and engagement. Leadership in a Unionized Environment As a supervisor of union-represented staff, you will be expected to: Foster a positive labor relations environment grounded in mutual trust, respect, and collaboration. Model professionalism, consistency, and a strong work ethic to maintain seasonal workforce stability. Provide clear guidance, support, and motivation to your team in achieving shared goals. Important Things to Know Selected candidates must complete a background investigation and medical history review before appointment. Recreation facilities operate 6-7 days a week, typically 10-12 hours per day; programs and events frequently take place in the evenings and on weekends. This position requires availability beyond the typical 40-hour workweek , including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Recreation Supervisors must be responsive to inquiries from management outside normal work hours. This is an Essential position , requiring the ability to respond to emergencies during and outside of regular hours and to report to work during emergencies or when liberal leave is in effect. Completion of mandatory trainings is required within the first 3 to 6 months of employment or as specified by policy. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree Four (4) years of related professional experience in the recreational field.
Substitution:
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted. Possession of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license Experience managing operations of recreational facilities and programs Experience with outreach and building relationships with community organizations and other stakeholders
