Recreation Programs Lead & Events Specialist

City of Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee Health Clinic

Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The City of Denton is seeking a Recreation Supervisor to develop, coordinate, implement and promote diverse recreation programs and events. You will support division operations, monitor budgets, and provide administrative support to staff while ensuring exceptional service to the community.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating facilities and schedules, responding to inquiries, and collaborating with marketing to promote programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; and,
• Six (6) years of recreation experience or related field; and,
• One (1) year of supervisory experience; and,
• If Fitness one (1) year experience organizing and providing general guidance over fitness, wellness, or general recreation activities

Responsibilities

• Monitor work tasks, staff scheduling and assist with payroll.
• Develop and implement programs and special events by assessing stakeholder needs and promoting them.
• Maintain budget oversight of program area, including negotiating class/instructor fees and preparing cost analyses.
• Act as liaison with external stakeholders to establish and implement specialty programs.
• Investigate and respond to customer inquiries and complaints and respond to emergencies.
• Monitor resources and process vendor/instructor payments; assist with reports.
• Acquire job specific certifications and training documentation related to program area.
• Provide recommendations to leaders regarding continuous improvements and process efficiencies.
• May represent the facility/program supervisor in their absence.

Skills

Staff supervision

Budget management

Program development

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office 365

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Six years of recreation experience or related field

One year of supervisory experience

Fitness activity guidance experience

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

The City of Denton is seeking a Recreation Supervisor to develop, coordinate, implement and promote diverse recreation programs and events. You will support division operations, monitor budgets, and provide administrative support to staff while ensuring exceptional service to the community.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating facilities and schedules, responding to inquiries, and collaborating with marketing to promote programs.