Recreation Services Manager

City of Corona, CA; California, Corona (MO, CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking city as a Recreation Services Manager and help shape the future of community recreation. This dynamic role offers the chance to lead innovative programs that foster wellness and connection among residents. With a new aquatics center on the horizon, your creativity and leadership will be crucial in developing engaging recreational activities for all ages. This position not only allows you to make a lasting impact in the community but also offers a collaborative environment where your ideas can flourish. If you're ready to ignite the spirit of play and connection, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of recreation programming experience with supervisory roles.
• Strong knowledge of administrative principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage community recreation programs and services.
• Develop and implement goals and policies for the Recreation Division.

Skills

Community Recreation Program Management

Creative Problem Solving

Program Development and Evaluation

Budget Management

Leadership and Team Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation or Related Field

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Ready to bring the fun to function and be the spark that ignites a whole city's energy? We're on the lookout for a bold, creative, and community-loving Recreation Services Manager to lead the charge in reimagining play, wellness, and connection!

You'll have the rare opportunity to shape the future of recreation with a brand-new, state-of-the-art community and aquatics center opening in 2028. If you're a leader who dreams big, builds stellar teams, inspires community partners, knows how to throw a party, and balances a budget, we want you on our team. We are looking for a creative thinker and problem solver whose enthusiasm, experience, and keen business acumen will put the City's bold plans into action and build community.

Knowledge & Education

• Equivalent to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation, business or public administration, or a related field.
• Knowledge of administrative principles and practices, including goal setting, program development, implementation, evaluation, and project management.

Skills & Abilities

• Plan, develop, organize, oversee, and manage a comprehensive and dynamic community recreation program.
• Think creatively, be flexible, and have a willingness to solve problems in new and different ways.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, practices, policies, procedures, operation plans, and work plans.
• Build recreation programs from the ground up and evaluate existing programs for improvements or cancellation; find a good balance between programmed experiences and drop-in use opportunities.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of innovative recreational programs, including sports, fitness, aquatics, arts, adaptive, seniors, and special events, ensuring they meet community needs.
• Plan, manage, and oversee the daily operations of the Recreation Division.
• Participate in the development and implementation of division goals, policies, and priorities; recommend service and staffing levels; administer policies and procedures.

Experience & Licenses

• Six (6) years of increasingly responsible recreation programming experience, including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Possession of, or successful acquisition within 12 months of employment, a valid CPR, AED, and first aid certification issued by the American Red Cross, to be maintained throughout employment.

This position is FLSA Exempt - ineligible for overtime compensation.

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Application Process

Applications will be accepted until Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early as the recruitment may close at any time without notice. The selection process will include a review of qualifications, a possible virtual HireVue interview, and an oral interview. Top candidates will be placed on an eligibility list for future vacancies. The successful candidate will undergo a background check, livescan, and a pre-employment medical exam including drug/alcohol screening.

Community

The City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, has a rich heritage, a diverse population of approximately 170,000 residents, and a vibrant community offering numerous recreational and cultural opportunities. The city is within an hour's travel to outdoor winter and summer activities, with a strong and expanding economy.

The Organization

The City operates under a Council-Manager government, with a Mayor and four Council Members elected by District. The city's total operating budget for FY 2025 is $399.1 million, employing 922 dedicated staff to serve its residents and visitors daily.