Recreation Supervisor (Temporary) Area Supervisor for Summer & Extended Season Outdoor Pools

Recreation Supervisor (Temporary) Job Description

Job Summary

Under general direction, is responsible for assisting with the planning and administration of municipal recreational programs. Accountable for technical work in a recreational specialty, and administrative work in assisting in the planning and promotional phases of the programs. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.

Job Requirements

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university
• Two (2) years of experience instructing and/or implementing and evaluating recreation programs
• Valid Class "C" Texas Drivers License
• Instructors Certificates in Water Safety, First Aid, and CPR or obtain within six (6) months of probation period, if assigned to aquatics program

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of supervisory experience
• Experience with DigiQuatics

Work Location and Hours

This position will initially report to Parks and Recreation Headquarters at 5800 Historic Old Highway 90, but will be assigned to work out of any one of the twenty-four (24) City outdoor pools. At the Departments discretion, the work location and days/hours may be subject to change.

Work Hours

Shifts will vary during pool operating hours of 7:15 a.m. - 8:15 p.m.; Monday - Sunday. Shifts will vary during Lifeguard training classes, special events, and Aquatics programs.

Essential Job Functions

• Approves, coordinates, implements and reviews program activities and special events at centers
• Schedules rooms, recreation areas, facilities and fields for community use when requested
• Promotes and refers citizens to community programs that best meet their needs
• Assumes responsibility for equipment and supplies
• Keeps inventory current, and orders new materials and equipment, occasionally lifting and carrying equipment weighing 10-15 pounds
• Assumes responsibility for the building and grounds, including completing maintenance reports and making suggestions for new facilities, when needed
• Speaks at Community Clubs, PTA, and other organizations on recreation programs
• Assists in preparing, reviewing, monitoring, and compiling program budgets
• Plans, organizes, promotes, reviews and directs municipal leagues and tournaments in individual and team sports, to include conducting registration sessions; setting dates and times; determining sites and other related responsibilities, depending on area of assignment
• Plans, organizes, promotes, reviews, and directs aquatic programs, swimming meets, lifesaving instruction sessions, and other related responsibilities, depending on area of assignment
• Supervises, trains and evaluates assigned staff
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required
• Participates in continuous in-service skills training

Benefits

The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

Application Information

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of techniques used in organized recreation and/or social activities for all age groups
• Knowledge of recreational safety rules and regulations and emergency action plans and their applications
• Knowledge of applicable policies and guidelines
• Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
• Knowledge of budget preparation and administration
• Skill in using office equipment and basic software such as Microsoft Office
• Ability to organize and promote recreational programs
• Ability to analyze local community trends and adjust recreational programs based on these
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff and the general public
• Ability to develop work schedules and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
• Ability to coordinate and schedule events with outside organizations
• Ability to perform all the essential functions of the position, with or without accommodations
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City Of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. This means that the City does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex (gender), age, disability, national origin, genetic information, or sexual orientation. All individuals are encouraged to apply and compete for jobs with the City of San Antonio.

Application Process

Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

Required Questions

1. Are you a current regular full time or part time CoSA employee?

2. Are you a veteran or active member of the armed forces?

3. Are you a SA Ready to Work or Train for Jobs San Antonio (TfJSA) participant?

4. Do you have a valid Drivers License?

5. What best describes your highest level of education at the end of the current semester?

6. What best describes your experience implementing and evaluating aquatics/recreational programs?

7. How many years of supervisory or managerial experience do you have?

8. Which of the following years have you worked with the City of San Antonio Parks & Recreations Summer Outdoor Pools?

9. Please select the following Instructor Certificates you have the ability to obtain within six (6) months of employment:

10. Select any of the following aquatics certifications you currently hold:

11. How many years of experience do you have operating an aquatics facility?

12. How many years of experience do you have using DigiQuatics?

13. How many years of experience do you have in the Aquatics field?

14. This position involves frequent trips requiring a personal vehicle. Does this present any foreseeable challenges to you?

15. The Aquatics Season runs from mid-May to mid-September, would you be able to work up to 40 hours a week during this time?

16. The Aquatics Season runs from mid-May to mid-September, with the busiest time being mid-June to early August. Are there any outstanding commitments between that time frame that would impact your ability to work up to 40 hours a week?

17. Please select which of the following times you would be able to work:

18. Select any of the following items in which you have professional experience with:

19. Were you referred to this position by a current City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation employee? If you were, please enter their First and Last name. If you were not referred, respond "n/a"

20. Please describe any volunteer work experience (including volunteer agency, description of duties, length of time, etc.). If you do not have experience, respond "n/a"

21. Describe how you plan to enforce the rules and regulations of the aquatics program. If you do not have experience, respond "n/a"

22. Describe your experience relating to the administration and operation of an aquatics facility. What was your role? If you do not have experience, answer with "N/A".

23. I acknowledge that this position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

24. I understand that if I have a need for a reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment and interview process, I can contact the Human Resources Department at AskHR@sanantonio.gov or 210-207-8705. I further understand that if an accommodation is necessary to perform the position for which I have applied, I can contact HR after an offer has been extended. I acknowledge.