What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Recreation position at Calumet Memorial Park District?
Job Description Summary:
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of Recreation manages, directs, supervises, and coordinates various recreation programs and special events for the Calumet Memorial Park District and Community. The Director plans, directs, and supervises the work of full-time and part-time program and fitness staff; manages the Department Budget; provide staff support to the Board of Commissioners and Committees; facilitate use of all Park District athletic resources to community sports organizations; coordinate assigned activities with other Park District Departments, outside organizations, and public.
Job Description:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assume management responsibility for all services and activities of the Parks and Recreation Department.
- Participate in the negotiation, development, planning, design and implementation of related Park Capital Improvement Projects as well as capital improvements to existing facilities.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of Department methods, procedures, and programs; assess and monitor workload; identify and implement opportunities for improvement; review with Executive Director where appropriate.
- Facilitate use of all Park District athletic resources to community sports organizations; supervise operations of all Park District athletic facilities.
- Administer grant programs involving the Park District.
- Provides schedules of programs and submits work orders for maintenance related items.
- Prepare a variety of complex analytical and statistical reports and presentations.
- Coordinate Departmental activities with organizations and other Independent Contractors.
- Respond to and resolve sensitive and difficult public inquiries and complaints.
- Develop, negotiate, supervise, monitor contracts for compliance.
- Supervise, promote, implement, and evaluate various recreational programs for children and adults including events and programs.
- Develop, prepare, and administer Department budget, including preparing cost estimates and justifications for budget recommendations, researching, and recommending Capital Improvement Projects, and monitoring and controlling expenditures.
- Develop and implement Department policies, procedures, and fee schedules; evaluate equity and adequacy of policy and fee schedules on an on-going basis; make revision recommendations as needed.
- Oversee Recreation Department Customer Relations.
- Maintain close contact with officials and community groups regarding program offerings and coordination of services.
- Promote and publicize recreation programs and activities; prepare and coordinate the development of program and event publicity, including flyers, brochures, news releases, etc.
- Review and approve manuals, reports, flyers, press releases, etc., produced by direct report staff.
- Prepare and maintain records and evaluation reports on new and on-going program offerings.
- Select, train, motivate, schedule, supervise, and evaluate full-time, part-time, and volunteer staff; provide staff training; coordinate with human resources to correct staff deficiencies.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
KEY COMPETENCIES and KNOWLEDGE IN
1. Modern principles of park planning and design.
2. Modern principles and methods for developing and implementing a wide variety of recreation, social, and leisure activities for children, adults, and seniors.
3. Federal, State, County, and City laws, codes, regulations, and guidelines affecting recreation programs and activities.
4. Recreational, social, and cultural needs of the community.
5. Principles of facility supervision and facilitation.
6. Excellent communication, computer, and interpersonal skills.
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others through leadership in community recreational services, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Announcement closes Monday, March 10, 2025, at 5 P.M.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications. EOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $67,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evenings as needed
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
Salary : $67,000