City of San Rafael

Job Class Specification

Job Title: Recreation Supervisor

SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, promotion, organization, and development of two or more programs in the Community Services Department including but not limited to Child Care, Athletics, Aquatics, Al Boro Community Center, Falkirk Cultural Center, San Rafael Community Center, Terra Linda Community Center, Youth Services, Senior Services, Contract Classes, Community Gardens, Marketing, Arts, Film Permits, and/or Special Events. Exercises direct supervision over program, professionals, support staff and office staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned.

  • Participates in program budget development, and monitoring.
  • Develops, promotes and markets quality program activities. Monitors programs and insures customer satisfaction.
  • Under the direction of the Senior Recreation Supervisor, recruits, selects and trains assigned staff.
  • Develops and oversees staff scheduling, assuring appropriate and adequate staffing levels.
  • Develops and delivers programs associated with assigned division.
  • Participates with other staff on facility coordination of program activities.
  • Represents the departments in liaisons with community and neighborhood groups.
  • Procures and manages program supplies and inventory.
  • Organizes and maintains personnel records and files.
  • Procures and manages program supplies and inventory.
  • Monitors contract employees including contracts, facility space and permits.
  • Recruits, trains, and hires instructors. Evaluates performance.
  • Prepares a variety of required and regulated reports such as latchkey.
  • Reviews and edits newsletters and other announcements.
  • Represents the department in coordinative efforts with community and neighborhood groups.
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Recreation theories, principles, practices, and programs
  • Recreation program rules and equipment
  • Budgeting
  • Principles of Supervision
  • PCs and related software
  • Contract development and administration
  • Age and content specific programming such as Child Care and Seniors

ABILITY TO:

  • Operate a PC and related software.
  • Adhere to program standards and objectives.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
  • Prepare and present concise written and oral reports.
  • Support and carry out the goals and objectives of the department.
  • Work the hours associated with the department and position.
  • Operate developmentally appropriate programs.