Youth Recreation Supervisor

Description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position works in tandem with a second Recreation Supervisor to plan, implement and supervise an array of recreation programs for youth, teens and families. The specific distribution of programs is determined in consultation with Department leadership. This position is responsible for the leadership of our Day Camp program which serves over 400 campers weekly throughout the summer. This position also plans and implements youth programming and provides support for city events. Responsibilities also include devising and implementing revenue generation strategies, research of program trends, identification of community needs and provision of high-quality customer service.

The City of Upper Arlington opened the Bob Crane Community Center in April. This is an exciting time to join our team as this position provides programming for and supports the operation of the Community Center.

The City of Upper Arlington is an equal opportunity employer, striving to foster an equitable and inclusive work environment.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: For purposes of 42 USC 12101:

1. Supervises assigned staff (e.g., recommends and develops policy; recruits and interviews applicants; recommends hiring, discipline, and firing; leads, motivates, collaborates, empowers, rewards, coaches, and praises; trains and instructs employees; assigns and directs work; appraises and evaluates performance; addresses complaints and resolves problems).

2. Identifies recreation trends, needs and programming opportunities; supervises, develops, plans, and implements recreation programs, events and trips outside the City; maintains responsibility for participants; establishes rules of conduct; recruits and coordinates volunteers, attends meetings; collaborates with instructors, participants, staff, vendors, volunteers, and community organizations to ensure the success of programs; secures vendors for programs, events and trips; develops and collaborates with volunteer committees for events and programs; develops and maintains staff training manual/materials, develops and implements policies for programming; evaluates performance of volunteers, contractors and vendors.

3. Reviews and revises existing recreation programs for validity, fiscal responsibility and compliance with Departmental/City policies.

4. Develops, evaluates and administers program plans, budgets and communications.

5. Develops networks with other professional, community groups; attends conferences, seminars, and related courses; participates in professional organizations; promotes City recreation programs to the community.

6. Serves as liaison between citizen work groups and participants for a variety of programs and events; prepares reports and other documentation as assigned.

7. Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any.

8. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

9. Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

10. Performs other duties as required. (5%)

Typical Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Recreation, Sport Management, Public Relations, or a related field and two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience; or any combination of training, education, or experience which provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

CPR certification; First Aid certification; Certified Parks and Recreation Professional desired; valid State of Ohio Driver’s License and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s vehicle insurance policy.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: (* indicates developed after employment)

Knowledge of:

*City, Department, and Division goals and objectives;

*City, Department, and Division policies and procedures;

*Personnel Rules and Regulations;

Workplace safety;

Public relations;

Community resources and services;

Youth recreation and camp trends and best practices;

Employee training and development;

Youth programs for broad ages and skill levels;

Program planning and implementation;

Best practices in diversity, equity and inclusion practices, strategies, systems, and policies as it relates to area of oversight;

Effective supervisory principles and practices;

Project management;

*Local geographic area;

Current technology and social media.

Skill in:

Proficient use of applicable technology and software;

Use of modern office equipment;

Operation of athletic/recreation equipment/tools;

Motor vehicle operation.

Ability To:

Carry out detailed written or oral instructions;

Interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, picture, or schedule form;

Deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context;

Apply management principles to solve agency problems;

Lead and effectively supervise employees;

Exercise independent judgment and discretion;

Recognize unusual or threating conditions and take action;

Compile and prepare reports;

Train and instruct others;

Respond to routine inquiries from public and/or officials;

Demonstrated awareness of and an ability to effectively use communication that overcomes socio-cultural and lingual barriers, to be aware of verbal and nonverbal forms of communication, and listen and adapt approach to fit audience

Effectively use and understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications;

Develop and maintain effective working relationships;

Act as a role model for inclusive and culturally competent behavior;

Resolve complaints;

Perform manual labor;

Travel to and gain access to work site.