Recreation Center Supervisor

Recreation Center Supervisor 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars 100 Recreation Ln, Jacksonville, NC 28546 $48,598.90 - $77,758.24 a year - Full-time City of Jacksonville, NC 23 reviews $48,598.90 - $77,758.24 a year -

Full-time General Definition of Work A Little About The City:

Jacksonville has one of the youngest demographics in the US with a median age of 22.8 and an estimated population of 75-80,000. The City offers a great work/life balance. We are rich in history and deep in pride of our local military as demonstrated at Lejeune Memorial Gardens near Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station. Many of our military return and plant roots here because of the lifestyle and all that the City has to offer. Another reason people stay in Jacksonville... We are a Caring Community as stated in our City seal. To learn more about our organization's work culture, click HERE !

Recreation Department:

Children are the future of our communities, so those who want to devote their career to shaping young minds and helping kids become productive adults have an extremely important and rewarding role to play. The Recreation Department offers after school programs located throughout the City.

General Description:

The City of Jacksonville's Recreation Department is looking for an energetic individual to perform intermediate technical and professional and responsible administrative work in conducting a variety of specialized programs and activities in an activity center or similar facility; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Community Services Supervisor. Supervision is exercised over subordinate center personnel. The Recreation Center Supervisor typically works Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM managing the Before and After School Program. Participates in weekend and evening events with the Recreation Department as required. The salary posted is the full salary range for this position. The starting salary is expected to be in the range of $48,598.90 - $63,178.57 depending on qualifications. Essential Functions/Typical Tasks Planning, scheduling, coordinating and supervising the activities and staff at a recreation center; overseeing the preparation and maintenance of files and records. (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) Plans and administers a diversified program suited to the needs of the center's participants and potential participants. Assists with center budget preparation and implementation. Promotes center activities by preparing and distributing promotional brochures. Works with outside agencies to plan and present programs aimed at a diverse population. Acts as instructor for center activities; participates in field trips. Recruits volunteers for various programs. Schedules and supervises use of City facilities by participant groups, enforces rules and regulations and maintains order and discipline. Prepares information for program brochures. Prepares reports on activities; requests and orders materials and supplies. Supervises or assists in the maintaining of cleanliness and order of the recreation center. Prepares facilities, equipment and grounds for center activities; maintains security. Maintains personnel and activity reports; fills out accident reports and administers first aid. Evaluates the work of center staff. Performs related tasks as required. Required Education and Experience Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation or related field and 6 months to 2 years experience in supervising organized recreational activities and 6 months to 2 years experience in the care of recreational facilities and equipment. Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Possession of CPR and basic first aid certifications. Ability to obtain CPRP. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Thorough knowledge of the principles, rules, materials and equipment requirements of a variety of recreation activities and ability to give routine instructions; thorough knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation, psychology, and sociology, and of personal health and hygiene; general knowledge of first aid practices and techniques; ability to adhere to program standards and objectives outlined by superiors, and to lead and instruct groups in games, sports and other recreational activities; ability to resolve disputes with firmness and impartiality; ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public. Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Jacksonville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, marital status, religion, or disabilities unrelated to the essential function of the position. As a result of NC House Bill 612 , if the position being filled requires an applicant for employment to work with children in any capacity, the City must require the applicant, if offered the position, to be subject to a criminal history record check conducted by the SBI. These checks must be performed in accordance with G.S. 143B-1209.26, which authorizes the SBI to provide fingerprint-based state and national criminal record check to cities and counties.