Recreation Supervisor I (Outdoor Recreation/Parks)

Performs responsible professional work in planning, implementing, conducting and evaluating a variety of County-wide natural resource based outdoor programs and outdoor recreation programs, to enhance the appreciation of nature, and health and wellness initiatives. Responsible for supervising and managing parks or other types of recreational facilities as well as partnering with groups/clubs to implement programs at facilities. Responsibilities may include kayaking, trails, camps, sports marketing and ecotourism initiatives, and work to support recreation, tourism and special event programs. Manages seasonal personnel, coordinates use of facilities, markets and advertises programs and events, prepares and maintains budget for area of responsibility; and evaluates the success/quality of the program/facility. May represent the County on a variety of boards, commissions or committees.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, public administration or a related field, and 2 to 4 years of experience in outdoor recreation planning and implementing outdoor recreation to a variety of audiences; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

A typical way to meet requirements would be to have an Associate's degree in recreation, physical education, public administration or a related field and 4 to 6 years experience, or 10 to 12 years of experience in outdoor recreation planning and implementing outdoor recreation to a variety of audiences .

Designation as a Certified Park & Recreation Professional (CPRP) is desirable.

Personal computer experience using Microsoft Office Suite desired.

Requires an acceptable background check.

Supplemental Information

DMV records and criminal background checks conducted prior to employment.

Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia with good driving record required.

Depending on the specific functional assignment, the job may include working some evenings, weekend hours, and working on some holidays. In addition, the position may be subject to being called back to work occasionally.

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to operate common office equipment such as personal computers, typewriters, copiers, calculators, etc. Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle. Much of the work is sedentary in nature and involves sitting at a desk or in front of a computer, while doing administrative work. When retrieving supplies and monitoring programs and facilities, work involves some bending, stooping, climbing of stairs, and walking. There is occasional lifting of boxes and tables and chairs, usually nothing weighing any more than 50 pounds.