What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Complex Manager 1 position at StateJobsNY?
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 :
- 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.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS :
DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT : $3,400
BENEFITS :
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including :
o PEF : 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
o PEF : Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
o New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership
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.
Name NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office
Telephone
Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 163 West 125th Street
17th Floor
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10027
Notes on Applying APPLICATION PROCEDURE :
If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. The employment application (Part 1 - Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov / employment. Please forward these three required items by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov.
Application information should be emailed to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. You must include "REC COMPLEX MGR 1 - AQUATICS" in the title of your e-mail for consideration. Electronic submissions are encouraged.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
