Recreation Manager (Programming)

General Statement of Duties

Primary responsibilities include managing the planning, development, and administration of a comprehensive section of Recreation Services programming and events for diverse audiences. This position oversees all aspects of program and event planning for assigned sections, ensuring alignment with departmental goals and community needs. Responsibilities include supervising assigned staff, providing leadership and guidance, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Closing Date: This position closes on Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Essential Duties

• Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects programming and event planning for diverse audiences in assigned Recreation Services' programming and services section;  
• 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 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; will 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 will include working evenings, weekends, and some holidays.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Additional Information

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.