Assistant Parks and Recreation Director
Company: Town of Knightdale
Location: Knightdale
Posted on: April 30, 2024
Job Description:
JOB
The Town of Knightdale is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic
Parks & Recreation professional to join our team as . -In this
role, you will help lead our efforts to make a lasting impact on
the community by promoting active lifestyles and fostering
connection. -As Assistant Parks & Recreation Director, you will
collaborate with our dynamic team to plan and implement a wide
range of recreational activities, from sports leagues to cultural
events, ensuring access to enriching experiences for our growing
community of nearly 22,000 residents. -Your expertise will be
crucial in driving our department's mission forward and enhancing
the quality of life for our community members. - Continue reading
to learn more about the position. -Human Resources staff is
standing by to guide you through the hiring process. -
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Under general direction of the Parks and Recreation Director,
performs highly responsible supervisory and administrative work
with regard to the development and direction of recreation
programs, parks, and facilities; performs related work as required.
This position is classified as exempt under the Executive Exemption
and is not subject to the Fair Labor Standards Act overtime
regulations.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Assists Parks & Recreation Director with CAPRA
Accreditation.
- Coordinates and directs duties and tasks related to special
events and recreation programs conducted by the department. -
- Supervises positions as assigned.
- Oversees required safety training and certifications
(CPR/AED/First Aid) for all staff and provides required information
to Human Resources for personnel records.
- Serves as department risk management liaison. -
- Assists with developing policies and operating procedures for
the department.
- Compiles relevant data and assists with long-range planning and
recommendations for departmental improvements.
- Prepares, coordinates and participates in an expanding and
flexible program of activities for the community.
- Makes periodic inspections of Parks and Recreation
facilities.
- Assists with preparation of the departmental budget
requests.
- Assists in the administration of a departmental plan, such as
recommending goals and objectives and maintaining performance
measures.
- Maintains involvement in the community by working with both
internal and external partners and stakeholders.
- Receives and utilizes input from advisory boards, community
groups, and individuals regarding the recreation and park needs and
issues.
- Makes recommendations regarding the overall development of
Parks and Recreation programs.
- Prepares grant and sponsorship applications and related
reports.
- Prepares and maintains records and reports as assigned.
- Oversees department in the absence of the Director.
- Performs other duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Equipment Operated: -Calculator, computer, tractor, ball field
equipment, and other assigned equipment. -Reporting Relationship:
-This position reports to the Parks and Recreation Director.Working
Conditions:
- Employee exposed to inside and outside environmental
conditions, both hot and cold weather.
- Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational
functions of reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering,
grasping, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions.
- Must be able to perform light work exerting up to 40 pounds of
force occasionally and 10 pounds constantly. -
- Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and
figures.Job -Context: -This position works 40 hours per week during
the seven-day workweek. Weekends and overtime are sometimes
necessary to fulfill job duties. The stress level of the job is low
to moderate.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Education: - Graduation from an accredited college or university
with a degree in recreation administration or related
degree.Experience: - Experience of an increasingly responsible
nature in Municipal Recreation; Supervisory experience required; or
an equivalent combination of training and experience.Knowledge,
Skills & Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of local government
recreation and administration.
- Thorough knowledge of the principles and methods of park,
greenway, and playground planning, development, and
maintenance.
- Thorough knowledge of cultural resources programming.
- Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of public
administration regarding departmental personnel and budget
administration.
- Ability to develop and execute a well-rounded program of
recreational, athletic, and cultural activities.
- Ability to interpret and cooperate with recreational
philosophies.
- Ability to communicate complex ideas orally and in
writing.
- Ability to prepare and present detailed reports.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with other employees, town officials, and members of the
community.Special Requirements: Possession of a valid North
Carolina driver license required; CPRP certification
preferred.
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