Recreation Manager - History

Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.

Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots.  Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas.  Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government.  Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.

Closing Date:  This position closes on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Primary responsibilities include directing the planning and administration of a defined section of Recreation Services' programming and center operations which may include specific programming areas, services or sites and includes supervision of assigned recreation coordinators and other program or site-specific staff. Based on assignment, primary responsibilities may include fiscal and administrative oversight responsibilities for recreation facilities, and supervision of recreation facility coordinators whose primary duties are the day-to-day management of assigned facilities and support staff; does related work as required.

Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects programming and event planning for diverse audiences in assigned Recreation Services' programming and services section; may require extensive knowledge of recreation facility operations and ongoing management of assigned Recreation Services facilities; comprehensive knowledge of available resources in the Recreation Services and the Division; thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations related to recreational activities and other work related precautions as well as County safety and risk management policies and practices; excellent communication skills with the ability to present ideas and recommendations clearly and concisely both orally and in writing to diverse audiences; ability to work effectively as a team member and/or leader; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, employees and the public as well as professional organizations and resources relevant to Recreation Services and the Division; ability to cooperate with and interpret recreation philosophies to County authorities, public and private groups, agencies and the general public; ability to collaborate effectively to achieve department and County goals; ability to multitask and effectively manage competing priorities and make sound decisions; excellent management and supervisory skills including the ability to develop, coach and mentor as well as foster and maintain high morale and engagement; critical thinking skills with the ability to problem solve and make sound decisions, including but not limited to under pressure and in emergency situations; thorough understanding of and demonstrated ability to develop effective marketing strategies in collaboration with department Marketing Division; physical condition that permits the activities necessary in and inherent to the management of Recreation Services' programming and operations and use related tools, equipment and other inventory relevant to the activities; ability to develop and maintain detailed accurate records and to make regular and special reports; may require sound accounting and other financial skills with sufficient ability to develop, monitor, and report on budgets, manage expenditures in accordance with County Finance policies and manage operations effectively within budget; good working knowledge of personal computers and /or automated systems and the ability to enter, retrieve and analyze data using common business software as well as industry specific software; good judgment; excellent customer service skills; tact; and courtesy. Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule as needed, which may include working evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

• Responsible for the planning and administration of Recreation Services programming and facility operation oversight of History. 
• Will be responsible for supervision of staff at several recreation facilities to include full time, seasonal interns, and indirectly supervise six part time staff.
• Oversight and organization of the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee (HPAC) and its monthly meetings.
• Serve as the liaison between the Recreation & Parks staff and the Henrico County Historical Society and the Association for the Preservation of Henrico Antiquities.
• Responsible for the oversight of the care of over 100 historic markers, dozens of historic properties, hundreds of artifacts, and over 200 individual history - based programs.
• Related work as required.

Four (4) year degree in recreation or other field relevant to assigned area; and eight (8) years of relevant work experience including two (2) years supervisory experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Other certifications may be required based on assigned section of programming and operations; ability to work a flexible work schedule to meet department needs; First Aid, CPR, AED and other fitness and department specific certifications may be required; must be able to lift at least 30 pounds as needed to move supplies and equipment; valid driver's license required to perform duties at various locations Countywide.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Closing Date:  This position closes on Monday, January 27, 2025.

You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our online applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection.  Please access our job site portal though https://henrico.gov/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right-hand corner of our main County page at https://henrico.gov.