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Recreation Complex Manager 1
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
New York, New York United States
Posted: Mar 29, 2025
Salary: From $65001 to $82656 Annually USD Annually
Salary Top:6500182656
Full Time
Administration and Management
Parks and Recreation
Duties Description
Under the supervision of higher-level managers and the park administrative team, the Recreation Complex Manager 1 supervises programs and operations within Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in the Aquatics Complex. The incumbent performs the following duties:
Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience, directing an athletic, sports or recreation facility or program.
OR a bachelor’s degree in any field and two years of the general experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
Substitution- A master’s degree in park administration, recreation, physical education, fine arts, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.
Additional Comments
OPERATING NEEDS:
DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
o PEF: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 04/10/25
Under the supervision of higher-level managers and the park administrative team, the Recreation Complex Manager 1 supervises programs and operations within Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in the Aquatics Complex. The incumbent performs the following duties:
- Supervises the staff assigned to the Aquatics Complex; coordinates, implements, evaluates, and supervises aquatics programming, water safety programming, and pool operations at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park.
- Works closely with Aquatics Management to develop lifeguards and coordinate the State lifeguard exam.
- Coordinates and/or teaches learn-to-swim programs.
- Supervises and assigns seasonal lifeguards, Water Safety and Instruction Assistants, and lower-level Water Safety and Instruction Supervisors.
- Schedules water safety staff coverage and complex coverage, as needed, and assists with staff recruitment and testing programs.
- Presents and coordinates in-service training for all staff.
- Reviews and ensures staff familiarity with all agency and facility safety policies and procedures regarding pool operations.
- Performs facility inspections of Aquatics Complex including staff and public use areas for cleanliness and safety.
- Supervises physical training and conditioning activities of water safety staff.
- Performs equipment inventories and tracking to ensure daily operational needs are met.
- Provides recommendations for equipment needs.
- Protects swimming areas.
- Conducts pool water tests for turbidity, residual chlorine, and PH levels.
- Performs administrative duties as assigned for overall operational support, such as preparing and checking sign-in sheets and seasonal payroll.
- Prepares written reports, as needed.
- Develops a preventative maintenance program for the complex; documents and coordinates the repair of complex systems, structures, and fixed equipment within the complex.
- May also serve as shift supervisor in another complex, as needed, supervising programs and operations.
- Works closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to ensure NYS Parks’ mission is always met.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Six years of experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience, directing an athletic, sports or recreation facility or program.
OR a bachelor’s degree in any field and two years of the general experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
Substitution- A master’s degree in park administration, recreation, physical education, fine arts, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.
- If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Additional Comments
OPERATING NEEDS:
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle inNew York State as a term and condition of employment.
- This position is 40 hours per week. Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required as operational needs arise.
- Must be well organized and possess excellent communication skills.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook).
- Fluency in Spanish preferred.
- May be required to report to other facilities throughout the New York City region on an as-needed basis.
DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
- Paid Time Off:
o PEF: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
- Health Care Benefits:
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
- Additional Benefits:
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 04/10/25
New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
518-474-0453
The mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
Salary : $65,001 - $82,656
