Recreation Facility Manager: Lead Community Programs & Facilities

Mecklenburg County Government; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Government, through the Park & Recreation Department in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Recreation Facility Manager to oversee Southview Recreation Center. You will supervise staff, manage programs and rentals, and lead budget planning and community outreach efforts to support diverse audiences.

The role requires strong leadership, partnership building, and a proactive stance on industry trends, with occasional evenings and weekends based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of experience in recreation programming and one (1) year of supervisory experience or completion of an approved supervisor training program.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration, Park and Recreation or a related field.
• Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
• Licenses/Certifications: Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage fiscal management, budget planning, implementation, execution and monitoring achievement of defined facility revenue and expense goals.
• Monitor facility revenue through daily admissions, facility passes, fitness, wellness, and recreation programs, and facility rentals.
• Manage staff including maintenance, program staff and customer service staff.
• Manage and monitors vendor, agency, and individual contracts.
• Participate in staff conferences in planning comprehensive recreation programs.
• Investigate and act on requests, suggestions or complaints concerning recreation services.
• Provide leadership by introducing new programs, equipment and facilities to staff members and the community.
• Order equipment and supplies as needed.
• Responsible for inventory control of equipment and materials allocated to programs.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with agencies, neighborhood groups and user groups for developing an effective recreation plan for the community.
• Responding to emergency situations.
• Complete and maintain statistical reports on programming, attendance, facility usage and other necessary topics.
• Promote the use of a facility for recreational use and rental opportunities.
• Supervise full-time, part-time and temporary employees.
• Create and manage staff schedules, coaching employees, and annual reviews.
• Approve program proposals.
• Complete monthly safety checklists and site inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Budget planning

Community partnerships

Program development

Communication

Staff management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mecklenburg County Government, through the Park & Recreation Department in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Recreation Facility Manager to oversee Southview Recreation Center. You will supervise staff, manage programs and rentals, and lead budget planning and community outreach efforts to support diverse audiences.

The role requires strong leadership, partnership building, and a proactive stance on industry trends, with occasional evenings and weekends based on business needs.