Recreation Supervisor - Community Programs

General Definition of Work
The Recreation Supervisor for the Community Programs division is responsible for planning, organizing, executing, and directing the development and administration of well-rounded recreation programs to meet the needs of the community. Additionally, the Community Programs Supervisor trains, evaluates, and supervises employees and volunteers in the Community Programs division.

The Town of Blacksburg is an EEO Employer M/F/D/V 

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Create new programs throughout the year for all age populations
• Lead and create special event offerings for the Town of Blacksburg
• Hire, train, and evaluate staff
• Supervise the division
• Recruit, secure, and work with volunteers
• Handle timesheets and payments for supplies and contractors
• Offer summer youth camp programs
• Work with local organizations to identify program needs
• Plan, organize, coordinate, lead, and direct the development and implementation of all-inclusive community recreation programs for all ages 
• Creation and coordination of special events
• Analyze, interpret, and explain section policies and procedures. 
• Create, plan, and coordinate special events
• Establish and maintain partnerships to support programs and pursue sponsorship opportunities
• Must be available to work assigned program hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in the planning, development and administration of community recreational programs
• Knowledge of common recreational and social needs of various age groups
• Knowledge of principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Knowledge of principles and procedures for implementing and directing a wide variety of community services activities
• Knowledge of principles and practices of budget development
• Knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases
• Ability to be proactive 
• Possess problem solving skills
• Ability to operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing, spreadsheet, and database application
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and partnerships with those contacted in the course of work
• Must be highly organized and have the ability to prioritize projects while handling multiple projects at the same time and continually growing the program.

Education and Experience 
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered. 

• High School Diploma or GED certification
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation administration or a related field
• Two years of increasingly responsible recreational program administration experience

Special Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
• First aid and CPR with AED certification

Physical Requirements

Environment: 

• Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment and at indoor and outdoor recreational facilities
• Travel to different locations
• Incumbents may be exposed to inclement weather conditions
• Work and/or walk on various types of surfaces, including slippery or uneven surfaces
• Incumbents will be required to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends

Physical: 

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and recreation facility setting
• To stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• To occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• To operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination, including the use of a computer keyboard
• To travel to other recreation sites
• To verbally communicate to exchange information.