Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Recreation Supervisor is responsible for the planning, organization, and supervision along with coordination of related facilities. The Recreation Supervisor shall act as a general assistant to the Superintendent of Recreation and shall represent him/her at meetings, workshops, conferences, and in other relationships as assigned.

Duties and Responsibilities: Plans, coordinates, evaluates and maintains the overall responsibility for the District’s recreation programs including but not limited to Tot Time Preschool Program, Birth-Youth-age Recreational Programs and Special Events

Prepares brochure copy and works cooperatively with the Marketing and Communications staff to issue program marketing vehicles; flyers, news releases, newsletters, etc.

Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting and training employees

Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, mentoring, counseling and disciplining employees.

Creating new and trend setting recreational programs on a regular basis

Responsible for purchasing all necessary supplies and equipment for assigned program/facilities.

Tracks and reports monthly/annual revenues and expenses for all responsible programs

Performs other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Recreation

Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or Parks and Recreation Administration and/or related field. Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the Recreation field preferred. Certified Park and Recreation Professional preferred. Experience working with preschool age children in education or recreation settings Knowledge of recreation programming. Ability to work well with external and internal customers. Excellent (oral and written) communication and organizational skills Possession of a valid driver’s license. Proficient knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office applications and Rectrac preferred. Problem solving and interpersonal skills with attention to detail. Ability to obtain certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 3 months of employment.

Please send Resume and Cover letter to: Employment@tinleyparkdistrict.org