What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Superintendent - Parks, Recreation and Culture position at County of Volusia?
The County of Volusia is seeking a Recreation Superintendent for the Parks, Recreation & Culture Division. This position is located in DeLand, Florida. This individual will be responsible for coordinating and supervising all of the county recreation programs in a designated district, such as: special events, youth programs, adult programs, summer programs, after school programs, etc. This position will also oversee county ballfields, which include ballfield maintenance, games, sport leagues and tournaments.
(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.)
- Plans, coordinates and directs all recreational programs.
- Coordinates and directs all special events in their assigned district.
- Oversees all games, leagues and tournaments in their assigned district
- Oversees all ballfield maintenance in their assigned district
- Stimulates interest in recreational activities through contacts and liaison with interested groups and individuals.
- Supervises, trains, and evaluates the work of paid and volunteer personnel assigned to their district.
- Participates in staff conferences in planning comprehensive recreation programs.
- Investigates and takes action on requests, suggestions or complaints concerning recreation services.
- Provides leadership by introducing new programs, equipment and facilities to staff members and the community.
- Requisitions equipment and supplies as needed.
- Responsible for inventory control of equipment and materials allocated to programs in their district.
- Performs related work as required.
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Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Health, Business, Sports Management or closely related field and three (3) years of paid supervisory experience in a recreation program. Supervisory experience preferred.
A comparable amount of education, training or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.
Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire.
- Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of public recreation programs and the needs of all levels and age groups.
- Knowledge of the facilities and equipment required in both indoor and outdoor recreation activities.
- Knowledge of ballfields and ballfield maintenance.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public.
- Ability to demonstrate skills and leadership at various levels.
- Ability to work closely and supervise grounds maintenance supervisor in coordinating schedules and programs.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work under stressful conditions
- Ability to interact effectively with others.
- Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational need.
ADA REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Demands: Light work. Ability to see, talk; swim, walk and stand for long periods of time. lift, grasp, kneel; finger dexterity, traverse uneven terrain. Visual acuity (peripheral vision, depth perception, color acuity) necessary to operate a motorized vehicle.
Environmental Demands: Inside and outside work. Exposure to inclement weather (heat, humidity, cold, rain), dust.
Mental Demands: Ability to read and comprehend professional manuals, ordinances,
statutes; instructions, reports, abstracts, financial reports, letters, and summaries. Ability to write reports, evaluations, summaries, letters, financial reports, procedures, and policies. Ability to perform general mathematical functions. Ability to speak publicly and extemporaneously; conversant in policies, techniques and procedures of discipline. Ability to analyze data and develop conclusions. Ability to identify and resolve problems.
Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce. Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws
Salary : $22
