Recreation Supervisor - Camps & After School Programs

Recreation Supervisor - Camps & After School Programs

Salary

$47,505.26 - $67,864.66 Annually

Location

Municipal Center - 1515 N. Galloway Avenue, Mesquite, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2700031

Department

Parks and Recreation

Division

Recreation Services

Opening Date

10/28/2026

Closing Date

11/28/2026 4:00 PM Central

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $47,505.26/annual minimum - $67,864.66/annual max (Depending on qualifications)

Under the direction of the Manager of Recreation Services, the Recreation Supervisor will be directly involved in the supervision and administration of the After-School and Camp Programs including but not limited to planning, organizing and implementing program curriculum; recruiting, selecting, training, leading and evaluating program staff; and performing a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

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SUPERVISION

General supervision is provided by the Manager of Recreation Services. Responsible for supervision of Recreation Leaders and other staff that provide recreation services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct and Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures. This position typically works 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday with occasional early shifts to cover program needs; occasional nights and weekends and as needed for city special events.
• Lead, prioritize, train and review the work of staff responsible for providing the after-school and camp programs within the Parks and Recreation Department.
• Assist in the selection of recreation staff; provide staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Manage, maintain and update program records as well as prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Assist in the preparation of the after-school and camp program operating budgets; submit budget recommendations.
• Oversee, monitor, plan and implement daily activities for the youth after-school and camp programs.
• Manage and maintain program budgets; purchase materials and supplies for scheduled activities.
• Schedule and coordinate locations and transportation for all field trips and activities.
• Manage staff responsible for implementing programs, assign tasks as needed.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and participate in special events or projects.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and materials for recreation programs and services; order supplies as necessary.
• Be familiar with the latest trends, practices and techniques in the areas of after-school and summer camp activities.
• Drive to and from destinations as assigned. Transport program participants in City vehicles as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation administration, park and recreation management, physical education, or other related field.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum two (2) years of increasingly responsible recreation leadership experience in an after-school, summer camp program or similar setting.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid drivers license.

WORK SCHEDULE

Typical work schedule - Monday - Friday 9:00AM - 6:00PM

Occasional nights and weekends as needed for City special events

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.

The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the Citys self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

For more information about the City of Mesquites employee benefits, please visit: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/hrbenefits

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Identify your degree area of studies for the position of Recreation Supervisor-Camps and After School Program.

• No Degree
• Parks and Recreation Administration
• Parks and Recreation Management
• Physical Education
• Related Field
• Non-Related Field

03

Indicate the number of years in recreation leadership experience you have in an after-school, summer camp program or similar setting.

• No Experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• more than 5 years

04

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you available to work all day/hours listed in the job description? Typical schedule: Monday-Friday 9:00AM - 6:00PM Occasional weekends, and/or nights to cover program needs Available to work City Special Events

• Yes
• No

06

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

Required Question

Employer City of Mesquite

Address 1515 N Galloway Ave

Mesquite, Texas, 75149

Phone 9722166218

Website http://www.cityofmesquite.com