The City of Savannah is seeking an energetic and detail-orientedindividual to join our Recreation & Leisure Services team as the Athletics Supervisor.  Under general direction the Athletic Supervisor performs professional and limited administrative work in planning and developing team sports and other community-oriented recreational activities for the City of Savannah, not of a cultural or aquatics nature.
 
Work involves the responsibility of identifying, planning, and developing comprehensive citywide athletic activities and events. An employee works with considerable independence of judgment to identify and develop general athletic events (team sports, sports leagues, and camps). Requires considerable public contact work. May be required to work flexible schedules.
We offer an excellent benefits package to include health, dental and vision, defined contribution plan (457b), life insurance, wellness programs, vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, employee assistance program, home buyers program, tuition reimbursement and more!

• Manages, supervises, and monitors program implementation, facilitation, registration, permitting, rentals, and maintenance; provides expertise, direction, and management for staff, operations, customer service, and general program development, planning, and promoting.
• Hires, trains, schedules, and supervises full-time, part-time, variable employees, and volunteers; assigns daily tasks, evaluates performance, provides feedback and guidance, recommends disciplinary actions, and facilitates teamwork and personal growth.
• Communicates and enforces rules and regulations; ensures consistent and professional customer service for the patrons and community; facilitates staff and program success by providing training, establishing standards of service, and supervising service delivery.
• Handles cash and monies from registrations, permitting, and general admissions; selects and monitors instructors, service providers, vendors, and other contracts/agreements; oversees inventory, inspections of equipment, and ordering supplies.
• Solicits community support and sponsorships; oversees and supports the development of the program calendar; promotes and markets to the community, media, and sponsors; prepares and distributes media information, publications and literature; updates information on social media and websites.
• Performs a wide range of administrative duties in the daily, weekly, and monthly operations; monitors and maintains budgets and in-kind services; submits budget reports and makes recommendations on budgetary spending; creates invoices for rentals, equipment, and staff time; prepares and coordinates quotes for requisitions and bid information for request for proposals (RFP); ensures vendors have up-to-date certificates/licenses; creates and reviews various documents and reports.
• Creates and/or collaborates with city employees/departments, citizens, and community groups on a variety of programs and events.
• May work a varied schedule which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Program emphasis on co-sponsored sports leagues, youth and adult athletic programs, sports tourism tournaments, and athletic facility reservations.
• Responds to conflicts in policies and regulations, and community concerns.
• Serves as a city representative at league board meetings or tournaments.
• Reviews and approves athletic reservation requests.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Leisure, or a related field PLUS two (2) years supervisory and customer service experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
 
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.
 
Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of general administration and operation of athletic facilities
• Knowledge of customer service and public engagement
• Knowledge of program and planning for municipal athletic leagues and camps
• Knowledge of supervisory and management principles. Coordinating, organizing and directing leagues, programs and camps with staff involvement.
• Knowledge of general office policies and procedures; computers and general office equipment.
• Skill in organizing and assigning work while setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Skill in data collection, record keeping and report preparation.
• Skill in interpersonal relations engaging with staff to provide performance feedback and general management.
• Skill in researching, compiling and summarizing information in oral and written communication.
• Ability to obtain and maintain first aid and CPR credentials.

Minimum Standards
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS: The Parks and Recreation Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
 
GUIDELINES: Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures, Health Department guidelines, and applicable safety guidelines. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.
 
COMPLEXITY: The work consists of related duties connected to managing the daily operation of city swimming facilities. Participant injuries and public disorder contributes to the complexity of the position.
 
SCOPE AND EFFECT: The purpose of this position is to manage the daily operation of city swimming facilities. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of swimming facilities for citizens of the city of Savannah.
 
PERSONAL CONTACTS: Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, and the general public.
 
PURPOSE OF CONTACTS: Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed in an office, library, computer room, or outdoors, where the employee may be exposed to cold or inclement weather.
 
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY: This position has direct supervision over assigned seasonal employees.