Supervisor, Parks (E)

Sarasota County Government

2d • $60,029 - $63,000

About The Position

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Do you have the ability to motivate a team while creating a positive environment? We are currently seeking a Recreation Programming and Youth Facilities Supervisor to serve as part of the Recreation & Neighborhood Parks Division, within the PRNR Department. This position exercises extensive initiative and independent judgment while overseeing multiple recreation facilities and staff throughout North County. The supervisor will perform complex, professional, and technical supervisory work in the management and operation of recreation facilities, programs, and services. The position ensures consistent leadership presence during facility use hours and strengthens staff and volunteer coordination, fiscal accountability, operational planning, and comprehensive park management. The role supports County values, policies, procedures, and environmental stewardship, and contributes to strategic planning and policy development. Apply today to make a difference in the community! In this role, you will... Facility Management and Program Delivery Plan, develop, implement, promote, and direct a broad range of recreation programs, activities, services, and special events offered at assigned facilities and countywide, utilizing existing policies, procedures, and CAPRA and ACA accreditation standards. Oversee daily facility operations at Colonial Oaks Park, Bee Ridge Park/The Ridge Teen Center, Longwood Park, and Newtown Estates Park (subject to change to meet operational needs). The supervisor ensures consistent staffing coverage, safe operations, and a high level of customer service during all hours of operation. Ensure assigned facilities are clean, well-maintained, safe, and accessible, coordinates maintenance and operational concerns with Facilities Maintenance and Parks Maintenance staff. Maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, facility use partners, user groups, volunteers, and the general public to support service delivery. Serve as a liaison to the Recreation Division Manager and Manager II; provides well-vetted recommendations related to services, staffing models, programming, and operational procedures. Address citizen inquiries and complaints, explain County ordinances, policies, and procedures. Manage grants supporting teen center programming, collaborate with community partners, oversee teen center operations, and evaluate program effectiveness to ensure long-term sustainability and alignment with division goals. Staffing and Leadership Plan, organize, assign, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff. Recommend hiring, provides training, coaching, mentorship, and holds staff and volunteers accountable as required. Ensure effective supervision and coordination of staff and volunteers supporting rentals, programs, camps, and community-wide events. Promote a positive organizational culture through communication, accountability, and leadership. Operational Management Assist in the development and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and work standards for assigned programs, facilities, or parks. Assist in the preparation and administration of annual budgets specific to the area of responsibility; oversee expenditures, revenues, and provide input on pricing. Ensure proper use of facility use guidelines and pricing plan. Prepare a variety of periodic and special reports related to recreation programs, facilities, revenue, expenditures, and recreation data collection. Develop and write procedures and manuals. Order materials, supplies, and equipment; prepare work orders and manage contracts as assigned. Compliance, Audits, and Accreditation Ensure compliance with County policies, procedures, and environmental stewardship standards. Work with staff to ensure accurate and effective use of systems, including RecTrac, Skynet, and CampDoc. Support and maintain compliance with CAPRA and ACA accreditation standards for the Department. Conduct proactive assessments related to fraud awareness, prevention, detection, and risk mitigation. Oversee financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits; review findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented as needed.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Leisure Services, Education, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field AND 2 years minimum supervisory experience
• Progressively responsible professional experience as described herein can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
• CPR/AED must be attained within 6 months of hiring.
• 2 years minimum experience with conducting or overseeing programming from facility programs to large special events for the community.
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.
• Fingerprint Screening Requirement: This position requires a fingerprint-based background check, as required by law. The screening reviews criminal history and other legally permitted information. Applicants who do not meet the screening requirements will not be eligible for employment.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) and/or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
• Experience with Rectrac registration software.
• Smartsheet knowledge
• Experience with Summer Camp and event management

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, promote, and direct a broad range of recreation programs, activities, services, and special events offered at assigned facilities and countywide, utilizing existing policies, procedures, and CAPRA and ACA accreditation standards.
• Oversee daily facility operations at Colonial Oaks Park, Bee Ridge Park/The Ridge Teen Center, Longwood Park, and Newtown Estates Park (subject to change to meet operational needs).
• Ensure assigned facilities are clean, well-maintained, safe, and accessible, coordinates maintenance and operational concerns with Facilities Maintenance and Parks Maintenance staff.
• Maintain effective working relationships with community organizations, facility use partners, user groups, volunteers, and the general public to support service delivery.
• Serve as a liaison to the Recreation Division Manager and Manager II; provides well-vetted recommendations related to services, staffing models, programming, and operational procedures.
• Manage grants supporting teen center programming, collaborate with community partners, oversee teen center operations, and evaluate program effectiveness to ensure long-term sustainability and alignment with division goals.
• Plan, organize, assign, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Recommend hiring, provides training, coaching, mentorship, and holds staff and volunteers accountable as required.
• Ensure effective supervision and coordination of staff and volunteers supporting rentals, programs, camps, and community-wide events.
• Assist in the development and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and work standards for assigned programs, facilities, or parks.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of annual budgets specific to the area of responsibility; oversee expenditures, revenues, and provide input on pricing.
• Prepare a variety of periodic and special reports related to recreation programs, facilities, revenue, expenditures, and recreation data collection.
• Ensure compliance with County policies, procedures, and environmental stewardship standards.
• Work with staff to ensure accurate and effective use of systems, including RecTrac, Skynet, and CampDoc.
• Support and maintain compliance with CAPRA and ACA accreditation standards for the Department.
• Conduct proactive assessments related to fraud awareness, prevention, detection, and risk mitigation.
• Oversee financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits; review findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented as needed.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
• Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager