Senior Recreation & Aquatics Program Leader

City of Muscatine; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS

health and dental insurance

paid time off

holiday pay

auto allowance

phone stipend

Job summary

The City of Muscatine is seeking a Program Supervisor to create and provide recreational opportunities across the community. The role involves supervising staff, planning and budgeting parks, recreation, and aquatic activities, and promoting department programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation Administration or related field; a valid driver’s license; and certifications in CPO and lifeguarding within six months. Residency within 30 air miles is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent training/experience in Parks & Recreation Administration.
• Knowledge of municipal recreation and aquatic facilities operations.
• Ability to recruit, supervise, and train seasonal staff; prepare clear reports and records.

Responsibilities

• Plan, program, and budget recreation activities including community leisure and aquatic programming.
• Assign, schedule, and direct staff engaged in seasonal recreation and aquatic programming.
• Assist in preparing budgets and evaluating operating costs; assist in public relations and promotion.
• Perform personnel functions: recruitment, supervision, evaluation, and training of seasonal staff.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Driver's license

Recreation programming

Budget preparation

Staff supervision

Public relations

CPO certification

Lifeguard certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation Administration or related field

Job description

The City of Muscatine is seeking a Program Supervisor to create and provide recreational opportunities across the community. The role involves supervising staff, planning and budgeting parks, recreation, and aquatic activities, and promoting department programs.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Parks & Recreation Administration or related field; a valid driver’s license; and certifications in CPO and lifeguarding within six months. Residency within 30 air miles is required.