Recreation Director: Lead City Programs & Facilities

City of Newburgh; City of Newburgh (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Newburgh seeks a Recreation Director to plan, coordinate, and supervise city recreation programs at City facilities. The role includes directing volunteer leaders and seasonal staff, and overseeing budgets, reports, and supplies.

The position requires a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field and progressive supervision experience; residency requirement applies with a 90-day move-in window. Excellent benefits accompany full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of full-time paid supervision experience OR Associate’s degree with 2 years of full-time paid supervision experience.
• Ability to promote, plan, organize and carry out recreational activities.
• Experience supervising volunteers and seasonal staff is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs organization of recreational activities to maximize use of City facilities.
• Supervises scheduling of team events (baseball, softball, tennis, etc.) and individual activities (swimming, courts, etc.).
• Recruits and organizes volunteer recreation leaders; supervises seasonal employees.
• Monitors budget, requisitions materials, maintains records and reports finances and activities.
• Ensures maintenance requests by Public Works are followed up; manages equipment and supplies.

Skills

Team supervision

Budget management

Planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Education or related field

Associate’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Education or related field

Job description

City of Newburgh seeks a Recreation Director to plan, coordinate, and supervise city recreation programs at City facilities. The role includes directing volunteer leaders and seasonal staff, and overseeing budgets, reports, and supplies.

The position requires a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in a related field and progressive supervision experience; residency requirement applies with a 90-day move-in window. Excellent benefits accompany full-time employment.