ASSISTANT PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR

City Of Douglasville•Douglasville, GA

About The Position

This person in this position is responsible for the operational management of the Recreation, Park Operations, and Administrative Divisions within the department.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or related field; five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience demonstrating an effective understanding of recreation management, with extensive knowledge and skills to manage diverse programs and employees; or equivalent combination education and experience.
Knowledge of the organization, development, and maintenance of a comprehensive municipal park and recreation system;
Knowledge of budgetary procedures, bid law requirements, and general governmental finance;
Skill in using independent judgment and discretion;
Skill in oral and written communications;
Skill in prioritizing, scheduling and delegating assignments;
Skill in operating modern office equipment;
Ability to manage the financial activities of a park and recreation department, including long- and short-range planning and analysis, performance studies, and budget development;
Ability to manage multiple projects and programs;
Ability to organize, instruct, and supervise employees;
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective and courteous working relationships with staff, the general public and other City employees.

Responsibilities

Assists the department Director in the planning, development, and implementation of department-wide activities and operations;
Assists with budget preparation and proposals;
Represents the department Director at meetings or functions within the department, with other City departments, or with outside organizations;
Interacts and coordinates with residents, elected officials and other City departments;
Exercises discretion and independent judgment in planning organizing, initiating and supervising athletic programs;
Conducts and actively participates in scheduled sports and recreation programs for both children and adults;
Supervises the work of assigned recreation personnel and outside groups conducting recreation activities;
Enforces rules and regulations for the safety and welfare of staff and participants;
Solicits, trains and supervises volunteers for athletic/recreational programs;
Acts as liaison with other athletic organizations, clubs and special interest groups;
Keeps accurate records, takes inventory, schedules athletic staff and events, and conducts evaluations;
Assists in the development, recommendation and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures and work standards for the assigned recreation area(s);
Monitors the day-to-day operations of programs and events, including making site visits, handling and resolving complaints and ensuring that programs and events have required materials and supplies;
Works with neighborhood community groups on matters of civic and recreation interest;
Coordinates schedules for various facilities including practice and game times and working with affiliated groups on facility rental; and
Performs other job related duties as assigned.