Salary: $19.61 Hourly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Full Time Exempt
Job Number: RM2024
Department: Recreation
Opening Date: 04/17/2024
Closing Date: 6/28/2024 4:59 PM Central
FLSA: Exempt
General Summary
The Recreation Manager will direct, manage, supervise, coordinate assigned activities and evaluate recreation programs at one or more recreation centers as well as to inspect and supervise work inside the recreation facility and around the park property. This individual performs professional work in the administration and operation of the recreation facility and programs to include communicating and networking with other departments, outside agencies and the public.
Requirements and Job Specifications
Education Required: Graduation from an accredited 4 year college or university;
Preferred: Master's degree from an accredited college or university
Area of Study (Major): Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field
Certification(s) Required: Professional membership with LRPA and NRPA and First Aid, CPR/AED certification within 30 days of hire; Preferred: CPRP or comparable certification through NRPA
License(s) Required: Valid LA driver's license
Years Relevant Work Experience: 2 years experience in field of recreation
Other: Knowledge of municipal recreation management principles and procedures; Knowledge of planning, scheduling, administering and evaluating the effectiveness of recreation programs; Knowledge of basic math/financial reports/budgeting; Knowledge of and skill in the use of various software applications such as Outlook, Microsoft Office Suites, RecTrac, MainTrac, and AS400; Strong interpersonal skills & ability to relate to others in a positive manner; Creative programming skills with the ability to assist in developing programs for diverse populations; Strong ability to relate effectively with people of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds; Public relations skills and public speaking ability; Ability to multi task is essential
Functions and Duties

• Administers operation of the center(s), schedules facility staff, maintains supplies and equipment, and ensures proper maintenance of property, reporting problems to Regional Assistant Director
• Hires, supervises, and trains staff on BREC policies and procedures
• Supervises all programs conducted within recreation centers and on park property
• Communicates program concerns to Program Coordinator and facility and park property concerns to Regional Assistant Director
• Directs program ideas from public to Program Coordinator including program objectives
• Assists Program Coordinator in promotion of programs throughout the serviced community
• Supervises and assists with special events and group activities as directed by the Regional Assistant Director
• Maintains financial records and completes weekly and monthly reports of all activities relevant to assigned facilities
• Regularly communicates with groups, civic associations, community leaders and businesses within serviced community
• Coordinates requirements of program/facility with effected BREC departments
• Assists Program Coordinator with supervision and evaluation of program quality and content at each facility
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Supplemental Information
Hours may vary from center to center and may fluctuate from core hours of 7-8 hours per day, 5-6 days per week for a minimum of 40 hours per week; overtime, weekend work and split shifts may be required.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Y ou must include all relevant education and experience on your official BREC online application or it will be deemed incomplete and you will be ineligible for this vacancy. Complete each section of this application (i.e. work experience, education, etc.) to demonstrate that you meet the eligibility and minimum qualification requirements described in this announcement.
An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.
2024 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
HEALTH INSURANCE : Comprehensive medical benefits including HMO, PPO, and Blue Saver (Qualified High Deductible High Savings Account) and options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the month, following two months of employment, a (2 month waiting period). Employee cost per month for HMO: $175.43 - employee only; $597.45 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $962.52 - family. Employee cost per month for PPO: $375.23 - employee only; $975.50 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent 162.68.57 - employee & spouse or employee & dependent children; $290.49 - family. BREC also offers voluntary insurance plans: Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Cancer/Critical Care, Long and Short-term Disability, Term and Whole Life).
LIFE INSURANCE : All full-time employees are insured under a Group Term-Life Insurance policy through Equitable Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is subject to decrease at age 65 and 70. There is no cost to the employee except for salaries more than $50,000 which are subject to the imputed income clause under the IRS regulations. Coverage is effective immediately.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM : BREC contributions to the City-Parish Employees' Retirement System for each employee amount to 40.32% of salary. Employees contribute at the rate of 9.5%. Retirement contributions are tax deferred. Personal contributions are kept on account and refunded if employees leave BREC before their retirement. Additional benefit opportunities are available after 25 years through the DROP program. BREC also offers a Supplemental Retirement DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN through payroll deduction.
HOLIDAYS : BREC employees receive twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE : BREC employees accumulate sick leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 30 days of continuous employment.
ANNUAL LEAVE : BREC employees earn annual leave at the rate of 100 hours per year the first five years they are employed; accrual of hours will increased based on the number of years of service, thereafter, up to 192 hours for 15 or more years. Employee is eligible to utilize leave after 90 days of continuous employment.
FULL-TIME STATUS : Upon completion of a six-month probationary periods and approval of supervisor, full-time status will be achieved.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS : BREC full-time employees can take advantage of a generous discount. Some restrictions may apply. See the discount policy for more details.
EAP : BREC's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is administered by Hidalgo Health Associates. They EAP helps employees and their family members resolve personal or work-related problems.
CREDIT UNION : BREC employees are eligible to join the City Federal Credit Union and/or Pelican State Credit Union and enlist in payroll deduction plan. Direct deposit to the Credit Union is also available.
FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS : BREC is a qualifying employer for public service loan forgiveness. Employees who have Federal Direct Loans and have made 120 payments on the Federal Direct Loans (after October 1, 2007) may be eligible for the remaining loan balance to be forgiven.
LA START : This 529 Qualified Tuition savings plan may be open on behalf of a named Beneficiary by anyone, including legal entities, provided that the Account Owner or the Beneficiary is a resident of Louisiana. Account Owners may save at their own pace, in amounts they can afford.
FSA : BREC offers an FSA that allows employees to contribute a portion of their regular earnings before taxes. Distributions from the account must be used to reimburse the employee for qualified expenses related to medical and dental services.
SUPPLEMENT BENEFITS : BREC offers voluntary benefits through AFLAC or Colonial Life. Those benefits include accident insurance, critical care, life, LTD and STD.
BREC reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
*Commissioned Approved Benefits Effective January 1, 2024*
01

Have you ever volunteered for BREC? Yes or No. If so, in what capacity and what location?
02

Select the option that describes your highest level of education.

• High School Diploma/GED Certificate
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctor of Philosophy

03

Do you have a valid Louisiana driver's license?

• Yes
• No

04

If so, which class?

• Class A CDL
• Class B
• Class C
• Class D
• Class E

05

Do you possess an active CPR/First Aid certification

• Yes
• No
• Yes, I am also AED certified

06

Please describe your supervisory experience, including number of staff, full-time/part-time status, disciplinary duties, and time keeping responsibilities.
07

Please describe your experience developing, planning, and hosting recreational programming and events?
08

Have you attained at least 2 years of full-time work experience in the field of Recreation?

• Yes
• No

09

Which area of Recreation are you most interested? (Check All That Apply)

• BREC on the Geaux
• Business (Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center)
• Community Events
• Facilities and Programs
• Outdoor Adventure

Required Question