#### **GENERAL PURPOSE**
Performs a variety of **general administrative and first-line supervisory duties** as needed to coordinate the establishment, organization, scheduling and operation of specific recreation programs emphasizing participation and instruction in women's, men's or youth sports and for city special events.
**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**
Promotes and follows the City's mission statement, values and expectations.
Participates as a member of the Parks and Recreation Department's management team, involving policy and procedure development, problem solving and decision making for all phases of Parks and Recreation Department services.
Plans, establishes and organizes programs designed to meet the recreation needs of various groups or categories of participants; monitors program activity to assure quality and serve as trouble shooter; supervises the operation and activities of such programs as adult/youth basketball, adult/youth baseball, gymnastics, soccer and boy's football; determines necessary components (i.e. instructors, facilities, fees, volunteer coaches, game officials and umpires, etc.); coordinates and instructs recreation related seminars and workshops.
Recruits, hires and trains recreation coordinators, amphitheater staff, and part-time personnel; monitors performance to assure quality programs and services; makes recommendations affecting personnel status such as retention, advancement, and discipline.
Manages Park concessions; hires vendors following City purchasing procedures; develops relationships with vendors; assures quality products; monitors concession operations to assure compliance with established goals and standards; manages concession revenues according to established procedures.
Serves as liaison and advisor to various committees and sports interest groups; coordinates and implements actions as needed to best serve community interests; prepares and delivers reports as needed to advise department head of program activities and results.
Provides supervision over the Ed Kenley Amphitheater. Works closely with Davis Arts Council to ensure wise management of the facility along with the technical aspect of the Amphitheater. Oversees renting facility to the public. Takes care of maintenance of equipment, sees that it is set up correctly and can be used for programs. Oversee the training, hiring and scheduling sound technicians and lighting technicians.
Directs and performs program and special event marketing and advertising; utilizes various media vehicles to reach all segments of the public and educate in recreation programs; performs general public relations as needed to address concerns and interests of the public; addresses various groups and clubs to solicit time and financial assistance for special programs; secures business sponsors; reviews complaints, problems and concerns expressed by the public; analyzes circumstances and issues and develops alterna
tive solutions; initiates action to create change as needed.
Coordinates access to local facilities; responsible for the security and well-being of recreational facilities, buildings, and surrounding areas. See what bills are paid and continue to develop relationships with school district. Assures a safe environment both indoors and outdoors through periodic safety checks of facilities and equipment. Works holidays to oversee the 4^th^ of July, 24^th^ of July, Veterans Day programs and activities and winter lighting ceremony.
Prepares division budget and makes revenue projections; submits to department head for review and approval; monitors on-going expenditures to assure compliance with fiscal goals; establishes fee schedules for program participation; aids in the preparation of bids and the purchasing of required equipment as necessary.
Directs the preparation of yearly calendar of recreational activities; prepares and distributes program schedules, dates and time; secures access to various commu ity facilities as needed to run programs; plans and coordinates tournament games; secures prizes and sponsors as necessary; assures maintenance and good condition of all equipment and inventory used.
Plans, directs and oversees the building of parks and facilities as directed by the director.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
Education And Experience
Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in recreation management (preferably from an NRPA accredited program), public administration, physical education or some other related field;
**AND**
Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience performing above or related duties;
**OR**
An equivalent combination of education and experience.
