The City of Greenville seeks a highly motivated, experienced professional to fill the position of Recreation Supervisor in our Recreation and Parks Department. The purpose of this position is to perform professional and supervisory responsibilities related to developing, coordinating, and implementing inclusive recreational programs at assigned recreation centers. This position will also organize and plan the Special Olympic of Pitt County while conducting and supervising events as needed.

Examples of Duties

Recreation Management

• Plans, organizes, and supervises inclusive recreation programs and camps for individuals with special needs;
• Supervises full-time and part-time staff;
• Serves as coordinator for Pitt County Special Olympics, including organizing, planning, and implementing Spring Games and other special events and tournaments;
• Serves as program director, coach, and instructor for Specialized Recreation programs as needed;
• Meets and works with various community groups and organizations;
• Coordinates center activities with special city-wide programs in athletics, arts and crafts, and related recreation functions;
• Develops schedules for Special Olympic teams including but not limited to cheerleading, basketball, swimming, and bowling;
• Transports teams for various events as needed, some requiring overnight trips;
• Serves on various committees.

• Schedules the use of center facilities;
• Assists in recruitment and training of volunteer instructors, supervisors, and specialists to carryout center programs;
• Investigates incidents and accidents;
• Prepares and maintains reservation and attendance reports, employee time sheets, accident reports, and other reports as needed;
• Coordinates routine maintenance of center facilities and equipment with the maintenance unit;
• Collects fees, payments, memberships, and reports damages and losses;
• Purchases supplies and equipment necessary to operate various programs;
• Arranges program publicity and promotes public interest in support of recreation activities.

• Assists in budget preparation for Specialized Recreation programs;
• Oversees budget for Pitt County Special Olympics;
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in therapeutic recreation, special education, leisure studies, recreation administration or a closely related field.
• Three (3) years or more experience in a recreational setting.

• the principles, practices, and policies of a variety of municipal recreation programs and activities.
• the theory and philosophy of recreation and its application to individual and group behavior.
• a wide variety of recreation interests and activities in the community.

• using office equipment, including computers and related software.

• train, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinate personnel and volunteers.
• coordinate a wide variety of recreation interests and activities into programs for all ages.
• express ideas clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.
• perform work requiring good physical and mental condition.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
• perform a broad range of supervisory responsibility over others and manage a program budget.

Special Requirements

• Valid North Carolina driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must possess (or obtain within 6 months of hire) valid North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class.
• Must possess (or obtain within 90 days of hire) and maintain valid First Aid, AED, and CPR certifications.
• Requires working a varied schedule to include nights and weekends.
• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) (preferred but not required).
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) (preferred but not required).

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer