Recreation Program Supervisor - Permits and Scheduling

City of Richmond, Virginia; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Language Incentive

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities is seeking a qualified Recreation Program Supervisor.

This position provides supervisory oversight for programming, scheduling and processing of permits for Mid-town Green, Dogwood Dell, Department Community Centers, Parks/Park facilities and the coordination and implementation of Special Events to include ribbon cutting ceremonies, Juneteenth, Grand Illumination, Film Productions and other City-wide events and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation, business or public administration.
• Five years of professional recreational programming and parks or facilities management experience.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be used to meet minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic planning for Special Events.
• Supervise staff assigned to operation and programming.
• Conduct performance evaluations for staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Manage day-to-day operational activities of the scheduling division.
• Serve as lead operational supervisor for designated events and programs.
• Assist with creating reports and maintaining equipment.

Skills

Customer service

Program management

Staff training

Budgets

Records management

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation, business or public administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

RecTrac

Rapids

Adobe InDesign

Job description

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About

This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:

• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• Language Incentive
• Referral Bonus
• T uition Assistance Program

Description

The City of Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities is seeking a qualified Recreation Program Supervisor. This position is responsible for providing supervisory oversight for the programming, scheduling and processing of permits for Mid-town Green, Dogwood Dell, Department Community Centers, Parks/Park facilities and the coordination and implementation of Special Events to include ribbon cutting ceremonies, Juneteenth, Grand Illumination, Film Productions and other City-wide events and activities.

The Recreation Program Supervisor will work under the direction of the Recreation Program Manager for Special Events/Permits.

Duties include but are not limited to

• This position will provide strategic planning for Special Events.
• Supervise staff who are assigned to the areas of operation and programming.
• Conduct performance evaluations for staff, interns, temporary staff and volunteers.
• Manage the day‑day operational activities of the scheduling division.
• Serves as lead operational supervisor for designated events & programs.
• Assist with Creating reports and maintaining equipment.
• Issuance of facility permits and review and updating of standard operation procedures
• Work weekends and evening events.
• Conduct site tours

Qualifications, Special Certifications And Licenses

Minimum Training and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in parks and recreation, business or public administration
• Five years of professional recreational programming and parks or facilities management experience.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification

Licensing, Certifications, And Other Special Requirements

• Some assignments may require a background check, additional certifications and a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record and a valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License within 30 days of hire.
• Assignments involving transportation may require a Commercial Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: These are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

Knowledge (some Combination Of The Following)

• Computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, RecTrac Financial Software, Rapids, and Adobe InDesign
• Program management, planning, and implementation
• Records administration and maintenance techniques

Skills (some Combination Of The Following)

• Demonstrating professional customer service to internal and external customers
• Designing, implementing, and evaluating programs and initiatives
• Training staff members
• Swimming in many different conditions
• Managing budgets and expenditures
• Maintaining accurate and complete records and reports
• Interpreting state laws and regulations as well as city policies

Abilities (some Combination Of The Following)

• Problem solve
• Think critically
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of individuals
• Lead a team
• Identify problems and evaluate alternatives, negotiate, and recommend solutions
• Set goals and objectives
• Evaluate staff performance
• Supervise and train others
• Present ideas to an audience

Americans With Disabilities Act Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

Environmental Hazards

Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people ,​ imminent danger ,​ ……....

Physical Requirements and Working Environment

Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must …

• Internal use: HR Generalist to review.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Veronica Kenner, by email at [e-mail]. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company. The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.