JOB DESCRIPTION

Classification:                     Recreation Administrator

Range:                                   38-48

Reports To:                           City Clerk

JOB SUMMARY/DESCRIPTION:

Supervises, directs and evaluates assigned staff, handling employee concerns and problems, assigning work, counseling and recommending disciplinary and other personnel actions.  Plans/directs renovation and/or construction/capital improvements projects; obtains bids; coordinates departmental work/projects among applicable government departments/agencies, outside services and contractors, consulting architects/engineers, utilities, legal entities, City boards and others as appropriate.  Develops, promotes and organizes a variety of recreational programs; works with local organizations to determine recreational interests/needs; oversees scheduling of athletic facilities with community recreation groups; maintains schedules/records of use of City’s parks and recreation facilities.  Directs departmental public relations, marketing and promotions; communicates and publicizes availability of facilities and recreation programs.  Manages department financial resources; researches, develops and administers the department’s budget and capital improvement budget; works with assigned City staff to apply for and administer relevant grants (as appropriate); administers grants awarded to the department and prepares required reports; reviews and approves all bills, invoices, purchase orders (within the City’s purchase order system), contracts and other financial resource documents.  Creates and/or recommends budget adjustments.  Formulates policies and procedures; seeks approvals as appropriate; interprets/administers policies, rules and regulations; monitors adherence to licensure requirements where applicable.  Oversees contract preparations with private sector service providers and intergovernmental agreements with school districts and other government entities.  Assists in negotiating agreements and contracts on behalf of the City and Recreation Department (prior to Parks and Recreation Committee, Mayor and City Council approval).  Maintains Master Plan, the department Strategic Plan, long and short range goals and objectives and other strategic documents for the department.  Keeps abreast of new trends/advances in the profession; maintains professional affiliations; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors Degree in Parks and Recreation Administration, Public Administration or Physical Education recommended or three to five years of parks/recreation management experience (to include supervisor experience), preferably within  a local government (or related); or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.

EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES/SKILLS:

Has thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures and activities of the City Recreation Department practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the job of Recreation Director.  Has thorough knowledge of Recreation Department practices as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.  Knows how to develop and administer operations and staff plans and staff plans and objectives for the expedience and effectiveness of specific duties of the department.  Is able to develop and implement short and long term goals for the department to promote effectiveness and efficiency.  Knows how to keep abreast of any changes in policy, methods, computer operations, equipment needs, etc. as they pertain to departmental operations and activities.  Is able to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, supervisors, members of the general public, members of the City Council and all other groups involved in the activities of the department.  Is able to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner.  Has good organizational, management, human relations and technical skills.  Able to use independent judgment and discretion in supervising subordinates including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems.  Has the ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information.  Has comprehensive knowledge of the terminology, principles and methods utilized within the department.  Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations using percentages and decimals.  Is knowledgeable and proficient with computers.  Is able to read, understand and interpret financial reports and related materials.     

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors depending upon the season and the schedule of events.  May be required to work weekends and split-shifts.

Date Approved:                   11-2-09

Mayor:                                   __________________________________

ATTEST:

City Clerk:                              __________________________________

                        and the City will perform Reference and Background Checks.