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Town of Gray
Assistant Recreation Director
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What they do
A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
$33,087 / year median in Maine
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Overview We are seeking an energetic, organized, and community-minded professional to serve as our next Assistant Recreation Director. This position plays a key leadership role in the Recreation Department by supervising program staff, supporting youth and adult recreation programming and special events, and assisting with the day-to-day operations of the department. The Assistant Recreation Director works closely with the Recreation Director to deliver high-quality recreational opportunities for the community and serves as the Director's designee when needed. Responsibilities Manageand assistwiththe Town's childcare services programs. Assist in recruiting, training, scheduling, supervising, andevaluating recreationalstaff. Develop program procedures, safety practices, and participant records. Communicate with families and provide exceptional customer service. Assist with budgeting, program planning, and special events. Support the development and delivery of youth and adult recreation programs. Utilize recreation management software and assist participants with registration and program questions. Serve as acting Recreation Director in the Director's absence. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required;collegedegree preferred. Degree orcertificate in recreation managementis desirable. Three to five years of experience in recreation, childcare programming, youth services, or a related field. Supervisory experience preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills. Ability to work effectively with staff, families, participants, and community members. Valid Maine driver's license required. The Town of Gray offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, group health insurance with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA), a retirement plan with employer matching contributions, and more. Application Process To apply, please submit a resume and completed Town of Gray employment application to hr@graymaine.org. The employment application and additional information are available at www.graymaine.org/employment. The Town of Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer.