Job Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $47,988.44-$71,982.66

An employee in this position is responsible for developing, promoting, organizing, implementing, and supervising a broad range of recreation programs, specialty area activities, and related special events. Work involves considerable planning and scheduling as well as ongoing contact with participants, seasonal staff, part-time supervisors, instructors and volunteers to ensure effective program operation. Communication with various user groups and scheduling of facilities with user groups is an integral part of the job. This position will lead a robust offering of programs and activities varying in ages from youth to adult offerings across multiple disciplines and settings.

Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and policies and requires the exercise of independent judgment in the application and interpretation of program procedures and standards.

Work is performed under the general supervision of the Recreation and Parks Director and is evaluated in terms of program effectiveness through observation, discussion and in terms of public acceptance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, develops and implements recreation programs, camps, special events, leagues, and other activities for various age groups and community needs.
• Recruits, trains, supervises and/or advises seasonal and part-time staff, instructors, officials, and volunteers in departmental policies, rules, procedures and best practices.
• Makes periodic on-site observation and evaluation of programs, events and activities for quality of programming, safety, proper use of equipment and facilities, and participant satisfaction.
• Counsels and advises participants and parents/guardians concerning program participation, registration and conduct.
• Conducts program meetings, training clinics, tournaments, special events and educational activities at a variety of Town-owned and non-owned facilities.
• Prepares and recommends activity budgets for assigned areas and maintains financial and activity records as required.
• Coordinates facility scheduling, program logistics and setup with appropriate personnel, departments, and outside agencies or user groups.
• Prepares written and oral reports of program plans, outcomes, and community outreach efforts.
• Performs minor maintenance or coordinates repairs to equipment and notifies maintenance personnel concerning the preparation and condition of indoor and outdoor facilities.
• Solicits sponsorships and assists with marketing and publicity materials, including brochures and flyers, to promote departmental programs.
• Demonstrates ability to set up and arrange equipment and supplies necessary for programs and events (e.g., tables, tents, line markings, props, nets, etc.).
• Maintains organized schedules for staff, activities and facilities; pre-planning is required for programs and events at least 6 months in advance when applicable.
• Provides cross-support for other specialty areas and staff as needed during peak seasons or special events.
• Ability to communicate by email, phone or in person in one-to-one or group settings.

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in Recreation Management, Tourism, Hospitality or Physical Education and experience in a municipal or institutional setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Computer proficiency Excel, Word and Outlook is required.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, rules, and procedures of organized recreational and competitive programming, which could include but isn’t limited to, youth programming, athletics, aquatics, outdoors and special events.
• Skill in training, coaching, and counseling participants, volunteers, and officials.
• Ability to perceive, plan, promote, organize, coordinate, and implement a variety of programs and events.
• Ability to communicate and establish a working rapport with volunteers, participants, and citizens of the community.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, volunteers and other employees and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in an oral and written manner.
• Individual must possess a valid N. C. driver's license with an excellent driving record.
• If not already obtained, the town will provide the opportunity for you to be able to become a Certified Pool Operator within 6 months.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to sit, stand for prolonged periods, and climb stairs (current office is on second floor).
• Must possess ability to carry and move objects (up to 50 lbs.) over short distances (10 to 40 feet)
• Ability to operate town vehicles.
• Ability to setup, move and remove pieces of equipment for a variety of programs, sports and activities in gymnasiums, outdoor athletic fields and parks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This position works indoors as well as outdoors year-round in all weather conditions.
• This position requires occasional evening, weekend, holiday and call-in work.

The Town of Southern Pines is an Equal Opportunity Employer