Recreation Supervisor

Charlotte, County of (FL); Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County is seeking a Recreation Supervisor to lead the planning and delivery of engaging programs, community events, and recreational activities at one of our facilities. You will supervise staff, manage budgets, and oversee operations while delivering exceptional customer service to residents and visitors.

The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration across departments, and the development of innovative recreation opportunities that strengthen the community and extend public programs.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree preferred in Health, Physical Education, Recreation, or Leisure Services.
• Five years of experience in recreation programming with lead/supervisory experience.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license; knowledge of office software and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of engaging programs, community events, and recreational activities.
• Oversee facility operations, supervise and mentor staff, manage budgets and projects, and ensure exceptional customer service.
• Develop community partnerships, promote programs through outreach, and create innovative recreational opportunities.
• Support cross-department collaboration and build positive relationships with residents and visitors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program planning

Budget management

Customer service

Team supervision

Education

Associate's Degree

Health/Physical Education/Recreation (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Lead. Create. Inspire. Become Our Next Recreation Supervisor!

Are you passionate about building strong communities and creating memorable experiences? Join our team as a Recreation Supervisor and play a key role in developing engaging programs, coordinating exciting special events, and leading operations at one of our recreational facilities. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by connecting with the public, collaborating across departments, and bringing innovative ideas to life. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy leadership and community engagement, and are ready to inspire others through recreation and service, we want to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

As our Recreation Supervisor, you will lead the planning and delivery of engaging programs, community events, and recreational activities that enrich the lives of residents and visitors alike. This role combines leadership, creativity, and operational expertise as you oversee facility operations, supervise and mentor staff, manage budgets and projects, and ensure exceptional customer service experiences. You will also play a key role in building community partnerships, promoting programs through public outreach, and developing innovative recreational opportunities that make a lasting impact throughout the County.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s Degree
  • Preferred
    • Health
    • Physical Education
    • Recreation
    • Leisure Services
• Five (5) years of experience in recreation programming, to include lead or supervisory experience.

Licenses and/or Certificates:

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

• Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
• Knowledge of County codes, ordinances, and federal, state, and local administrative regulations governing assigned areas of discipline.
• Knowledge of operations and practices of local government; ability to analyze and interpret departmental functions, procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of business English, spelling, and grammar.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
• Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
• Ability to develop and execute training materials for a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to make decisions recognizing established precedents and practices and to use resourcefulness and tact in solving new problems.
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.
• Ability to develop effective proposals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with the public in a positive and effective manner; to work well in teams; be self-motivated and receive and execute direction.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.
• Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
• Ability to author reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stooping, walking, sitting, pulling, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception. Dependent upon position assignment, may frequently lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a relatively safe, and secure work environment.

RISK/SAFETY CONDITIONS

The position requires no exposure or risk related to physical and/or mental health and safety.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

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