Recreation Manager - Athletics

Job Description:

Recreation Manager - Athletics

Description

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to supervise recreational center personnel and associated programs and services.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Examples of Duties

• Hires, trains, and supervises full-time staff that manage programming in the areas of Youth and Adult Athletics, Youth and Adult Tennis, and facility operations at H. Boyd Lee Park and River Birch Tennis Center;
• Conducts personnel safety meetings, performance evaluations, and directs new hire processes;
• Ensures program marketing is created and distributed, partners with other organizations and departments, and approves web page content for publication;
• Assigns personnel and volunteers for recreational programs, conducts classes and camps, and implements programming as needed;
• Performs weekly facility inspections and collaborates with the Parks division to ensure facilities are well maintained;
• Serves on committees and boards; attends meetings; and represents the Recreation and Parks department at events;
• Speaks to various groups and organizations regarding departmental functions and programs;
• Completes departmental reports and ensures all documentation is submitted by personnel;
• Assists in monitoring the recreational budget, tracks revenues and expenditures, and assists staff with handling their respective budgets; and
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manages various contracts and facility lease agreements

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in recreation administration or other closely related field; AND
• Three or more years of progressively responsible experience in recreation programming, preferably in a municipal setting, including at least one year of supervisory experience.

Knowledge of:

• the theory and philosophy of recreational programming.
• a wide variety of community recreation interest needs and activities.
• the principles of supervision, organization, and administration.
• relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective recreation and leisure programs and services.
• principles and processes for providing strong customer service to the public.

Skilled in:

• communicating with individuals and groups of various socioeconomic backgrounds.
• researching, analyzing, and assessing program needs and accomplishments.

Ability to:

• coordinate a wide variety of specialized recreation activities.
• plan, direct, and coordinate the work of staff and volunteers.
• express ideas clearly and concisely in both oral and written form.
• operate assigned equipment, including computer equipment and become proficient in various software packages such as Rec Trac, Microsoft Office, and Munis.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• perform a broad range of supervisory responsibilities over others.
• organize, promote, and implement recreational programs.
• facilitate the flow of information across department and division staff.
• analyze and evaluate programs, policies and operational needs.
• establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with staff, City Council, commissions, community groups and the general public.

Special Requirements

• CPR Certified, First Aid Certified, AED Certified (must obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Valid NC Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred.

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

Closing Date/Time: 5/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Salary:

$72,571.20 Annually