Description

The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks & Recreation is seeking an Athletics Recreation Supervisor to manage the daily operations of the Athletic office and to coordinate and lead the planning of athletic programming administration and athletic fee-based classes and programs.

Essential Functions

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

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  Coordinates and leads the planning, organizing, promotion, implementation and evaluation of athletic program administration and athletic fee-based classes and programs.
• Manages the daily operations of the Athletic office to include staff supervision, scheduling, facility maintenance and security; develops emergency plans.
• Supervises, schedules, assigns and evaluates subordinates and volunteers.
• Demonstrates ability to effectively supervise subordinates and work in a team environment.
• Coordinates, plans, cultivates, and secures sponsorships for programs and activities; develops partnerships to enhance programs.
• Develops revenue and non-revenue producing programs.
• Supervises and coordinates marketing and public relations functions; oversees media contacts and advertising functions.
• Performs personnel related functions such as interviewing, making hiring recommendations, scheduling, staff development, performance evaluation and recommending disciplinary action.
• Coordinates and develops budget proposals; monitors expenditures; recommends and implements cost saving and operational improvements.
• Prepares grant submittals.
• Prepares a variety of reports and written correspondence; maintains statistical records.
• Promotes events and programs by developing and making public presentations; represents the City in public forums.
• Investigates and responds to public inquiries or complaints.
• Operates a variety of equipment including recreational/athletic equipment, office equipment, and a computer.
• Ability to interpret and enforce all sports by-laws, rules and regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Two years' experience in recreation, fitness, aquatics, athletics or related field.

The preferred candidate will possess a minimum of three years of experience in athletic programming and have supervisory experience. The preferred candidate will be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and will possess excellent inter-personal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to see, hear, stand/walk for extended periods of time, lift from ground to above shoulder, climb, bend, stoop, sit, push, pull, perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and utilize telephone communications.

Additional Information & Requirements

• Valid Driver's License.
• CPR/First Aid Certification within six months of employment

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing.

Work Hours : Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Hours are flexible. 40 hours per week. Additional evening and weekend hours as required.