SUPERVISOR, RECREATION AREA

City of Lake Charles, LA

Lake Charles, LA

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SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Business Writing, Calculators, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Concrete, Corrective Action, Driver's License, Facilities Management, Fax Machines, Government Regulations, Inventory Management, Leadership, Legal, Literacy, Mathematics, Office Equipment, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Physical Education, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Program Evaluation, Record Keeping, Recreation, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Staff Motivation, Staff Training, Swimming, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Two Way Radio, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Lake Charles, LA

POSTED

12 days ago

SUPERVISOR, RECREATION AREA

Lake Charles, LA

SUMMARY Under direction of the Assistant Director of Recreation, this individual in this position will assist in the following areas: supervision of facilities; planning, organizing, coordinating, promoting, directing well-balanced recreation programs and…","html_description":"

Recreation Area Supervisor

Department: Community Services

Division: Recreation & Parks

Salary Level: Start: $24.00 - FLSA Exempt

SUMMARY

Under direction of the Assistant Director of Recreation, this individual in this position will assist in the following areas: supervision of facilities; planning, organizing, coordinating, promoting, directing well-balanced recreation programs and senior citizen programs , day camps and swimming programs; training and supervision of staff; hiring and evaluating staff; hiring and scheduling.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Establish and evaluate various recreation programs and classes. Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.

Complete payroll and complete other paperwork.

Collect and check timecards; and maintain employees attendance records.

Attend public speaking engagements and seminars on recreation topics.

Maintain frequent interaction with staff and lead weekly staff meetings to motivate and maintain positive attitudes.

Operate basic office equipment such as computer, typewriter, calculator, telephone, fax machine, and 2-way radio system.

Make independent decisions to resolve conflicts and take corrective action when necessary.

Develop and implement special events and programs without constant supervision; produce flyers to promote these events.

Adapt recreation programs to meet the needs of the community.

Introduce new programs, activities, equipment, and materials to the staff.

Interpret recreation services to the public, participate in organizational planning.

Work as a team with administrative or other professional personnel and local agencies, i.e.; the school board, Family & Youth Counseling, YMCA, and Literacy Council, to ensure that recreation programs are well balanced, coordinated, and integrated with special services and needs of the community.

Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise a employees in the Recreation Department. This individual is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Also directly supervises eight non-supervisory employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Must possess the ability to address unpredictable situations;

Must possess strong organizational and supervisory skills;

Must possess experience in maintaining attendance records and time cards;

Must possess strong leadership abilities;

Ability to speak in public and strong communication skills;

Must possess strong computer skills, especially publishing skills;

Ability to manage time effectively;

Regular prompt attendance is an essential function to this position; and

The ability to get along and promote a harmonious working environment with vendors, supervisors, citizens, and co-workers is an essential function of this position.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university in Recreation or Physical Education; and 3-5 years supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts using basic business math.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License and a L.R.P.A. membership and a

N.R.P.A membership must be obtained in 12 months.

The "Playground Safety Instructor" certification must be obtained it the first 12 months of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds while setting up props for special events and other duties as required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, outside weather conditions, extreme cold, and extreme heat.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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I understand and acknowledge that any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at will" nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the Employer may discharge the Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

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