Parks and Recreation

Assistant Parks and Recreation Director


Salary
COE
Job Region
Midwest Ohio
Department/Division
Parks and Recreation
Organization
City of Twinsburg
City
Twinsburg
State
Ohio
Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Administration or related field preferred and minimum of three years of Recreation Administration experience or other related program area, at least one (1) year of which must be in a supervisory capacity. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
  • Must have experience in facilities management; experience in pool management preferred.
  • Experience with budgeting for an enterprise fund preferred.

Certtificates, Licenses, Registrations: 

  • Must possess current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certificate, First Aid and CPR/PR certification.
  • Must possess or obtain within first six (6) months of employment: Certified Pool Spa Operator or comparable certification, Water Safety Instructor.
  • Lifeguard Training Instructor certification is also preferred.

Job Description

Responsible for planning and delivery of facility operations including fitness center, indoor pool and Water Park. May assist with recreation events and programs. Represents the Director of Parks and Recreation in his/her absence. Must have excellent leadership, management, planning, organizing and communication skills. Must provide exceptional customer service.

SALARY: This a full-time, exempt, non-bargaining position and the salary is commensurate with experience.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following, and performs other duties as assigned:

  • Schedule: 
    • Regular, on-time, in-person attendance is required.
    • Must be able to work flexible hours, including some nights, weekends and possibly holidays.
    • Schedule is based on the needs of the facility.

The primary role of this position is to serve as a facilities manager for the City of Twinsburg’s Fitness Center, indoor pool and water park.

Assistant Director responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Assists the Parks and Recreation Director with developing and implementing department-wide goals, policies and objectives, and works with other departments and employees to successfully achieve these objectives.
  • Assists in the design and implementation of large-scale community events.
  • Attends and works at special events to support the Parks and Recreation Department.
  • Assists the Parks and Recreation Director with determining recreation program offerings based on assessment of consumer and community needs and interests; may schedule programs and activities, may determine and arrange for appropriate locations, and secure required staff.
  • Works with the Parks and Recreation Director to request legislation as needed; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
  • May fill in as needed in the Parks and Recreation Director’s absence.
  • Provides responsible staff assistance to the Director of Parks and Recreation; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to programs, policies, and procedures as appropriate.

The Assistant Parks and Recreation Director performs other duties as assigned.

Job type
Full-Time
Degree Desired
Bachelor's
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