Citywide Recreation Programs Manager

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin is seeking a Recreation Program Manager to oversee programming and operations at the Pan American Recreation Center. The role involves developing and coordinating district-wide facilities, programs, and events, while ensuring proper facility maintenance and strong coordination with city partners.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in recreation-related fields and at least four years of experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Knowledge of recreation programs.
• Knowledge of fiscal and budget planning.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and methods.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Reviews current and future requirements from needs assessments and develops both short- and long-range plans to anticipate and meet those needs.
• Develops, coordinates, implements, and monitors district or Citywide facilities, programs, and events.
• Develops, implements, and approves program service guidelines for facility operations and use.
• Develops, implements, and approves promotion of programs and events.
• Ensures proper maintenance of assigned facilities and equipment.
• Communicates project and program information to management and others as needed.
• Coordinates organization's programs and activities with other City and public organizations.
• Develops and monitors the budget for the assigned area.
• Monitors contracts and contractors to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Attends meetings representing the organization. Represents the City and department at boards, commissions, and public meetings.
• Investigates and responds to complaints from citizens as well as managers and other employees.
• Prepares and reviews reports as part of the process of monitoring and communicating the organization's performance.
• Recommends major purchases and capital expenditures and maintains financial security by following established internal accounting controls.

Skills

Recreation programs

Budget planning

Supervisory/management

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation/Physical Education/Parks Administration

Job description

City of Austin is seeking a Recreation Program Manager to oversee programming and operations at the Pan American Recreation Center. The role involves developing and coordinating district-wide facilities, programs, and events, while ensuring proper facility maintenance and strong coordination with city partners.

Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in recreation-related fields and at least four years of experience, including supervisory or management responsibilities, with a focus on