Gym/Facility Supervisor

City of Rock Springs; Rock Springs (WY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Rock Springs is seeking a Part Time Recreation Program Coordinator to plan, coordinate and supervise a variety of city-sponsored programs in gym, pool, fitness classes and events.

The role requires knowledge of recreation operations, safety practices, and the ability to handle inquiries, manage budgets, and prepare reports. CPR/First Aid is preferred; flexibility for evening events may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public recreation program operations and facilities.
• First aid methods and safety precautions.
• Data collection and report preparation practices.
• Budget basics and cost control concepts.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, supervise and evaluate city recreation programs across gym, pool, fitness classes and events.
• Maintain program revenues and expenditures; develop expenditure plans and records.
• Evaluate community needs and interests; recommend new programs.
• Prepare promotional materials, reports and correspondence.
• Monitor facility use and enforce rules; supervise staff and patrons.
• Teach fitness classes, swimming, water aerobics and weight training.
• Respond to inquiries and resolve complaints; manage public relations.

Skills

Office equipment

Motor vehicle operation

Public interaction

First aid awareness

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Rock Springs, WY 82901, Position Type: Part Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $17.26 - $23.31 Hourly, Job Category: Facilities

DEFINITION

Under direction, to plan, organize, coordinate and conduct one or more specialized recreation programs or activities and to provide a variety of recreational support duties.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Exercises technical and functional supervision over lower level staff and facility patrons.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plan, schedule, implement, coordinate, supervise and evaluate City sponsored recreation programs in a variety of areas including gymnasium, racquetball courts, special events, fitness classes, pool facility, instructional classes, youth and adult sports, as well as teen, preschool and senior citizen programs and contract activities.
• Direct recreation programs and activities; maintain and record program revenues and expenditures; develop expenditure plans; maintain accurate records of programs and participants.
• Evaluate community needs and interest; recommend new recreation programs.
• Prepare promotional materials, program evaluations, correspondence and reports.
• Monitor the use of City recreation facilities by user groups; assist and enforce established rules of facility use and participant conduct.
• Maintain and clean weight room equipment.
• Teach fitness classes, swimming lessons, water aerobics and weight training.
• Respond to and resolve inquiries and complaints including handling public relations and customer service issues.
• Perform a variety of administrative and clerical duties; operate a variety of modern office machines including computers, printers, copiers and calculators.

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES

Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications: JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of a comprehensive recreation program.
• Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations including administrative and departmental policies and procedures.
• First aid methods, practices and safety precautions. Principles and practices used in dealing with the public.
• Principles and practices of data collection and report preparation.
• Techniques used in public relations.
• Principles of budget preparation and control.
• Basic mathematical principles.
• Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to:

• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment.
• Operate a motor vehicle safely.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and schedule specialized recreational activities and events.
• Perform responsible and difficult recreation program coordination work involving the use of independent judgement and personal initiative.
• Handle emergency situations and administer first aid when required.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Interact effectively and sensitively with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.
• Prepare and deliver effective oral presentations.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Provide supervision and training to assigned staff.
• Interpret and apply the policies, procedures, laws and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions.
• Respond to requests and inquiries for information regarding recreation and facility use policies and procedures.
• Independently compose correspondence and memoranda.
• Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action.
• Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

Any combination equivalent to experience and training that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:

• Experience: Experience in organizing, coordinating or scheduling recreational programs.
• Training: Experience in recreation administration or a related field.

License or Certificate:

• Possession of CPR and First Aid Certificates.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Depending on assignment, may require Pool Operator’s Certificate, Water Safety Instructor’s Certificate, Lifeguard’s Certificate, Water Fitness Certificate, Climbing Wall Certificate, Personal Trainer Certificate or Group Fitness Certificate.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, run, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, swim, ice skate and lift 50 lbs.
• Exposure to outdoors.
• Ability to travel to different sites and locations.
• Availability for evening meetings and events scheduled during on-working hours.