Senior Activity Center Supervisor

Performs mid-level workoverseeing the planning coordination and management of recreational programs and operations at the Citys Senior Activity Center. This position involves directing staff organizing events managing budgets and ensuring the delivery of quality services to the senior community. Generally this position uses moderately complex skills and works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Develops plans implements and evaluates programs and events at the Senior Activity Center.
• Identifies community needs and recommend appropriate programs related to senior services.
• Directly supervises assigned staff members and provides coaching and career development.
• Establishes schedules and oversees activities at the Senior Activity Center.
• Participates in budget preparation and monitors expenditures for recreation programs.
• Procures supplies and materials needed for center operations and city events.
• Collaborates with departmental stakeholders to set goals policies and priorities.
• Makes recommendations for improvements to standards policies and procedures.
• Coordinates facility use and program scheduling with maintenance staff.
• Prepares financial and participation reports for recreation programs.
• Secures sponsorships for programs and events.
• Recruits and manages contracts for independent contractors and program vendors.
• Works with the Citys Public Information Officer to promote programs through various media.
• Oversees aquatic services provided during summer months.
• Assists with financial reporting and vendor payments in the Citys financial system.
• Serves as a liaison on City recreation committees and community groups.
• Coordinates with other City departments and external agencies on community service activities.
• Promotes community recreation services through public engagement and outreach efforts.
• May occasionally be asked to drive the Senior Center Activity Passenger Van in the event that the Citys bus driver is not available.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned.

• Bachelors degree from accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration or closely related coursework.
• Minimum of three years of full-time recreation or event programming experience with a Parks & Recreation organization or similar industry.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.

• A high school diploma AND an equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum of seven years) in recreation and event programming with a Parks & Recreation organization or a similar industry.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.

• Valid Texas Class B CDL drivers license (Passenger Endorsement) or the ability to obtain the license within one year from hire date.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certificationor the ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• First Aid and CPR/AED certificationrequired or ability to obtain it within the six months of hire.

• Active/current Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
• Bachelors or Graduate Degree in recreation administration or closely related coursework.
• Experience working for a government entity such as City State County.

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with other employees and the general public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Analyze situations and adopt quick effect and reasonable courses of action.
• Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as shift work on call or emergency response situations (i.e. early-mornings afternoons evenings and late-nights shifts weekends).
• Knowledge of Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing with proper punctuation spelling and grammar.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to plan strategically.
• Ability to plan and schedule operations.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees the public elected officials and boards and commissions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk sit use hands to handle and feel items reach with hands and arms climb or balance stoop kneel talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasionally lifting or dragging up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and/or extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally loud.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.

Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon:

• Proof of education certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. *
• Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants who are ages 18-25.

*The City of Leander participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employees Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.

The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information in employment.

Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at or . Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or(TTY/TDD).