RECREATION MANAGER

Mill Creek Metro Parks; Kentucky; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OPERS retirement

Deferred compensation

Healthcare: Anthem PPO/HSA

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

Life insurance 25k

13 paid holidays

Paid vacation/sick/personal

Job summary

Mill Creek MetroParks in Kentucky seeks an organized, professional Recreation Manager to lead our Recreation department. You will oversee Wick Recreation Area, Boathouses, and athletic facilities, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality programming and visitor experiences.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Parks Administration, Sports Administration, Recreation, or related field, at least three years of progressive recreation operations experience, and strong

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with minimum high school completion or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Bachelor's degree in Parks Administration, Sports Administration, Recreation, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Wick Recreation Area, Boathouses, and athletic facilities.
• Supervise recreation staff.
• Ensure high-quality programming, facilities, and visitor experiences.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Parks Administration, Sports Administration, Recreation, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Recreation Manager

Mill Creek MetroParks is currently seeking an organized, positive, and professional leader to manage our Recreation department. The Recreation Manager is responsible for the successful administration and operations of all facets of recreational programming at Mill Creek MetroParks. Responsibilities include overseeing Wick Recreation Area, Boathouses, and athletic areas, supervising recreation staff, and ensuring high-quality programming, facilities, and visitor experiences.

Who you are!

• Must be at least 18 years old with minimum high school completion or GED
• You possess a valid driver's license
• You have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Parks Administration, Sports Administration, Recreation, or a related field
• You have a minimum of three (3) years progressive experience in operation of a recreation facility, event center, or related venue
• You have a minimum of three (3) years demonstrated supervisory experience

Please see attached job description for more information on essential functions, qualifications, physical requirements, knowledge and skills, and more.

Benefits

• 14% OPERS employer contribution
• Optional Deferred Compensation
• Anthem Healthcare (60 day waiting period)
  • PPO or HSA
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Accident
• $25,000 term life insurance policy
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal

Who we are!

The mission of Mill Creek MetroParks is to provide park, recreational, educational, and open space facilities of regional significance. In fulfilling this mission, our objectives are:

• To be responsive to community needs
• To be environmentally sound
• To be adaptable
• To be economically feasible