Recreation Program Manager (Fitness) Full Time NEW

Work Location

Parks & Recreation Headquarters – 5800 Old Hwy 90 W, San Antonio, TX 78227, USA

Work Hours

11:00 AM – 8:00 PM Monday – Friday; Saturdays and/or additional shifts may be required for special events and programs

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the efficient operation of City recreation facilities and programs, including aquatics, fitness, sports and recreation programs, cultural programs, and special events.
• Interprets program guidelines, contract terms, and City policy, and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with local, State or Federal agencies, community groups and/or professionals in their respective specialty.
• Analyzes community needs and develops plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to deliver recreation center programs and services effectively and efficiently to the City residents.
• Develops personnel requirements, orients, trains, and directs the assigned staff in all facets of project operations and reporting.
• Prepares and reviews proposals and plans for compliance with prescribed rules and regulations, feasibility of implementation, and for quantitative and qualitative performance.
• Coordinates with Department and City staff as required.
• Provides specialized reports as requested.
• Monitors and reviews trends in public recreation operations and recommends improvements in City recreation programs, services, and facilities.
• Prepares and delivers presentations to further the development of the program.
• Works closely with recreation organizations, community groups, vendors, and regional sports and recreation associations to enhance City programs and facilitates community participation.
• May assist staff in identifying and solving operational problems.
• May prepare correspondence for department leadership.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Four (4) years’ experience in public administration, business, social services, recreation, or a related field
• Valid Class ‘C’ Texas Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing sports programming
• Experience in supervising multiple programs and teams
• Knowledge of city organization, operations, policies, and procedures
• Knowledge of regulations and standards governing the maintenance and operation of recreation, fitness, and aquatics facilities
• Knowledge of program planning, development, and management practices for community recreation services
• Knowledge of planning, design and development trends in recreation programs and sports facilities
• Knowledge of principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgeting, and employee supervision
• Knowledge of local community resources and regional community services programs
• Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs
• Ability to supervise facilities maintenance and program management activities
• Ability to supervise staff and delegating tasks and authority
• Ability to research and interpret guidelines and policies as they apply to related program actions
• Ability to collect data, prepare special .reports, and effectively present program information to organizations, such as City Council
• Ability to evaluate and interpret program results and performance outcome measures and make recommendations
• Ability to work primarily inside an office environment and/or in recreation facilities
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations