Recreation Services Supervisor II
The Town of Herndon, Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team to plan, direct, and develop recreation programs, specifically in community special events, classes, camps, and youth programs.
DUTIES:
- Implements and coordinates all aspects of various town instructional and recreational programs, camps, sports and events in assigned division; researches and creates new and updated programs in accordance with regional trends and community interests. Interacts with patrons. Develops sports league rules, schedules appropriate facilities and coordinates other activities as assigned.
- For assigned programs, prepares financial analysis, reports, and budget; recommends purchases; recommends capital investments for division. Negotiates vendor contracts. Assists with department’s agency accreditation.
- Requires the capacity to act as a first line supervisor, including overseeing work, acting on employee problems, and assigning the work of others. Hires and trains new and current regular or part-time flexible/temporary employees as assigned. Coordinates payroll for assigned staff.
- Ensures or conducts computer data entry and generates reports as required; performs administrative work as required.
- Develops marketing strategies including social media and printed materials for assigned programs.
- May lead or support the detailed management, coordination, and execution of town special events, such as mayor’s volunteer appreciation night, July 4th celebration, holiday events, foot races, arts and crafts show, kids’ triathlon, and the Herndon Festival.
- Performs other duties as required.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience recruiting and supervising seasonal staff, planning instructional recreation classes, teen summer camp, and planning and delivering community events
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and occasional use of Power Point
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation or closely related field highly desired
- Supplemented by minimum of three-five years’ experience in parks and recreation agency; municipal agency strongly preferred.
- CPR and first aid certification desired or obtained within three months of hire.
- Experience with RecTrac software desirable
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable record.
HOURS:
Monday - Friday, 8/8:30am - 5/5:30pm (Occasional Holidays/Evening/Weekends)
LOCATION:
Herndon Community Center: 814 Ferndale Avenue, Herndon VA 20170