Outdoor Recreation Programs Lead

West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce; Grand Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Grand Rapids seeks a Recreation Program Technical Supervisor for GR Outside & General Recreation to oversee nature-based programs, outdoor activities, and community outreach, coordinating staff, facilities, and program quality.

Minimum education includes two years of college coursework in recreation or related field (4-year degree preferred); at least two years of recreation leadership experience and a Michigan driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework in recreation administration or closely related field (4-year degree preferred).
• Two or more years of responsible experience as a recreation leader or administrator.
• Michigan driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with the Risk Manager for compliance and mitigation resources.
• Plans, coordinates and oversees all aspects of assigned recreation programs, including scheduling staff and facilities, program content, length and budget requirements, and coordination with outside user groups.
• Responds to participant and potential participant questions, concerns and complaints.
• Interacts with departmental administrative staff on questions regarding scheduling, programs, operations and enrollments.
• Conducts participant and other surveys of recreational program and program needs as needed, developing performance metrics and KPIs.
• Researches trends and new programs for design and implementation for program development, quality and growth.
• Studies recreation needs and recommends changes and/or improvements to existing programs; creates new programs and activities based on demand and need.
• Performs other work as assigned.

Education

Recreation administration or related field

Job description

The City of Grand Rapids seeks a Recreation Program Technical Supervisor for GR Outside & General Recreation to oversee nature-based programs, outdoor activities, and community outreach, coordinating staff, facilities, and program quality.

Minimum education includes two years of college coursework in recreation or related field (4-year degree preferred); at least two years of recreation leadership experience and a Michigan driver’s license are required.