Recreation Supervisor

Recreation Supervisor - Out of School Time

Full Time Exempt

Department: Parks and Recreation

Starting Salary: $24.45-25.06 per hour

This position is a manager-level position responsible for the operations of the Out of School Time Division. Work involves the developing, administering, and supervising a comprehensive afterschool and camp programs, supervising all OST employees. Follows department policies and procedures; co-creates goals and objectives; oversees functions and results of the department through participant, financial, and general reports. Supervises OST Program Supervisor(s).

The list of duties, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Leadership (25%)

• Creates a high-performance work culture by demonstrating behavior consistent with the City of Decatur’s vision, mission, and values.
• Engages in and supports the department’s mission by carrying out the goals and objectives.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates short and long-term goals and objectives to ensure the effective delivery of quality service to the public through the effective operation of the division.
• Creates and maintains a shared understanding and ownership of the goals and strategies of the department and the City of Decatur among division employees by leading meetings.
• Demonstrates sound judgment in dealing with management and program challenges and the ability to make appropriate decisions even under pressure.
  
  

Effective Management (50%)

• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for the successful delivery of OST operations and services to ensure high quality and value as a part of the overall departmental and citywide strategic direction, goals, and objectives.
• Contributes to a superior work culture through participation in training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and direct reports.
• Takes responsibility for continually improving community and stakeholder’s satisfaction with the program and implement changes and improvements when necessary.
• Demonstrates a commitment to department excellence by ensuring all staff members display the performance levels needed to be succeed.
• Ensures that employees are abiding by established guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Provides feedback to correct staff behavior, performance improvement, and adherence to deadlines.
• Provides information, resources, and other support for staff to do their jobs effectively including removing or minimizing obstacles to high performance.
• Demonstrates effective performance by successfully organizing and managing multiple assignments, projects, and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks and responsibilities with established deadlines.
• Provides responsive and timely feedback on the status and progress of work activities, department, and city goals to staff and Out of School Time Manager.
• Prepares, monitors, and manages the assigned budget to ensure the efficient and effective operation of the OST Division.
• Follows all established safety rules, departmental policies, and procedures and carries out oral and written instructions with minimal supervision.
• Resolves the patron’s concerns, conflicts, and problems, ensuring that services are provided professionally and safely.
• Assesses potential safety hazards at sites, reports damaged or unsafe equipment, and takes action to mitigate risk factors.
• Reviews all incident and accident reports daily. Provides follow-up to staff and families in a timely manner.
• Assesses potential safety hazards at assigned sites, reports damaged or unsafe equipment, and takes action to mitigate risk factors.
• Reviews and logs all incident and accident reports daily. Provides follow-up to staff and families promptly.
• Demonstrates knowledge of all applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards that impact assigned program sites and ensures compliance from staff members.
• Participates in the recruitment and selection process for part-time counselors.
• Mentors and coaches staff by modeling appropriate behavior, active listening, communicating knowledge, skills, and information, and recommending and providing training opportunities.
• Manages the performance of direct reports by approved departmental methods. Maintains written documentation of all performance-related actions.
• Manages the division budget and approves expenditures from direct reports.
  
  

Teamwork/Interpersonal (15%)

• Demonstrates a commitment to provide and requires excellent customer service through cooperative and collaborative team and individual efforts.
• Creates and encourages an atmosphere of reliance and collaboration by building effective relationships with co-workers, staff, and other critical internal and external relationships to develop a culture of teamwork that will help achieve city, department, and division goals; and cultivates positive relationships with the public.
• Solicits input from all key stakeholders to identify perspectives different from one’s own and facilitate a mutual agreement between relevant parties and program partners.
• Represents the department on committees as assigned.
• Participates in short and long-range planning for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan, CAPRA; proposes long-range capital improvement.
• Communicates concerns and other potential issues to the OST Manager
  
  

Task (10%)

• Responsible for completing the payroll of assigned staff and ensuring its accuracy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures site security protocols for emergencies are practiced and followed according to department guidelines.
• Oversees the processing of requisitions, purchases, and delivery of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Oversees division operations and events.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Facilitates and coordinates professional development and training for OST staff.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required duties.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience planning, implementing, and evaluating organized recreational programs that served elementary to middle school-aged children, and experience supervising staff or equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional Certification is preferred.
• Possess a valid Georgia Driver’s license (class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• CPR, First Aid, and Prevent Child Abuse certifications or the ability to obtain within three months is required.
  
  

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

• Must be able to sit, walk, and stand for long periods.
• Can lift and carry heavy objects (10-50 lbs.) sit, bend, squat, and twist daily; must be able to physically operate city vehicle.
• Have the ability to sit for long periods using office equipment and computers.
• Have the ability to walk and stand outdoors (playgrounds and parks) setting including the pool while in extreme heat and cold for up to 8 hours daily.
• Have a personal vehicle to drive for daily business on a mileage reimbursement basis.
• Must deal with constant interruptions, noise, and meet with others on a regularly.
• The employee may be exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions. Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, climb, and perform repetitive motions on a daily.
• Ability to operate computer software, including word processing software; calculator; copy and fax machine; phone; mobile or portable radio.
• Must be available to work weekdays, weeknights, weekends, and operational holidays.
  
  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Decatur is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, familial status, or veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.