Lake Johnson Park Assistant Manager

City of Raleigh Municipal Government; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Raleigh as the Lake Johnson Park Assistant Manager! This role is pivotal in overseeing outdoor recreation programming and ensuring quality engagement with the community. The ideal candidate will balance effective communication and leadership skills while working to enhance the recreational experience at Lake Johnson Park. You will manage staff and collaborate on innovative program offerings that align with citywide recreation goals.

Qualifications

• Two years of directly related experience preferred.
• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Oversee outdoor recreation programming at Lake Johnson Park.
• Hire, train, and supervise part-time staff and volunteers.
• Manage facility reservations, invoices, and budget tracking.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program Development

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation or related field

Job description

The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources Department is seeking an individual to join the Outdoor Recreation Team as the Lake Johnson Park Assistant Manager. This position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing programming as well as daily operations at Lake Johnson Park. Lake Johnson is a 350-acre site that is home to the Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, which includes meeting rooms, park exhibits, and access to trail systems throughout the park. Lake Johnson has a 150-acre body of water, with a Waterfront Program Center, including meeting space, covered deck, fishing dock, and beach area. The park houses portions of the Walnut Creek Trail greenway.

Reporting to the Lake Johnson Park Manager, the Lake Johnson Park Assistant Manager will play a pivotal role in advancing citywide Outdoor Recreation strategies, building partnerships, and ensuring quality programming that engages the community and meets their needs.

About You:

The ideal candidate operates out of a mindset of professionalism, balancing confidence and humility. They demonstrate effective communication skills, can capitalize on opportunities, and work collaboratively to have a positive impact on those around them. We are looking for someone who believes that outdoor recreation is the primary way to improve the quality of life for the community and is willing to work to make that belief a reality here in Raleigh.

About Us:

The Outdoor Recreation Work Team is devoted to enriching the lives of our patrons through park facilities, services, and programs that connect them with the natural environment. Our goal is to have positive impacts on the community’s physical, mental, and social needs through use of the outdoor environment. Outdoor Recreation includes Forest Ridge Park, Lake Wheeler Park, and Lake Johnson Park. Working for The City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resource Department and the Outdoor Recreation will allow you to make a positive impact in our community as you help shape future generations, growing your career while earning a competitive salary and great benefits. We look for candidates with both experience and skills who work well in teams and innovate in a rapidly changing world.

Work Hours:

This park is open 7 days a week from dawn to dusk. This position is expected to work some nights and weekends.

• Oversees the provision of outdoor recreation programming at Lake Johnson Park to external and internal customers. May serve as program or event lead.
• Develops and regularly updates a variety of program offerings.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and schedules part-time staff, interns, and volunteers in collaboration with the Park Manager.
• Develops staff schedules for park facilities and programs.
• Reviews staff timecards and enters data for payroll.
• Schedules and processes reservations for rental facilities, manages invoices and payments.
• Educates both staff and the public on risk management procedures, mitigates risks, and renders first aid in cases of injury.
• Makes purchases, tracks, and reconciles expenses with park budgets. Assists with developing park spending plans.
• Assists with the oversight of an inventory of specialized outdoor recreation equipment as well as several city vehicles.
• Assists with planning and coordination of emergency response efforts and risk management.
• Will additionally assist the City as needed in clean-up and repair during inclement weather situations.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation, forestry, urban forestry or a field directly related to the assignment and two years of directly related experience.

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.

Licensing and Certifications:

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPR/First Aid Certification, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• American Canoe Association certification for one or more of the following: Stand Up Paddleboard, Kayak, Canoe.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience developing outdoor recreation programs and applying teaching methods appropriate for the audience.
• Team leadership, strategic planning, and fostering positive work culture.
• Experience working in or managing public green space.
• Practical experience in stewardship principles related to Outdoor Recreation.
• Establishing solid partnerships, working in diverse collaborative settings, and finding innovative ways to attract new audiences.
• Hiring, evaluating, and supervising employees as well as leading or managing water-based programs or facilities.
• Experience purchasing and tracking expenditures.
• Project and program management.
• Supervisory practices and techniques.
• Strong written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills.
• A commitment to customer service.
• Proficiency in database software, spreadsheet software, and word processing software.
• Work irregular hours including some evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.
• Work in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions.

ADA and Other Requirements:

Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor office environment with frequent exposure to hazardous physical conditions (such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibration, etc.); frequent exposure to atmospheric conditions (such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, etc.); moderate exposure to hazardous materials (such as chemicals, blood, and other body fluids); frequent exposure to environmental conditions (such as disruptive people, imminent danger, or a threatening environment); frequent exposure to extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and movement restrictions; and moderate exposure to intense noise or travel.

Note:

This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.