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Center Manager

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION -
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Full-time
$80,000 - $84,000 a year

Benefits

Loan forgiveness

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

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Center Manager

DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION

Posted on

06/26/2026

Full-time

Location

NYC-ALL BOROS

Exam may be required

Department

Central Recreation

Salary range: $80,000.00 – $84,000.00

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Job Description

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

NYC Parks serves as the steward for over 30,000 acres of land, which includes 1,000 playgrounds, 36 recreation centers, 66 pools and 14 miles of beach. Our primary responsibility is to build and maintain clean, safe and accessible parks, and to create cultural and educational programs for New Yorkers of all ages to enjoy. The mission of Recreation is to enable all New Yorkers to lead physically active and intellectually stimulating lives through sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, technology, education, and the arts. Recreation programs include specialized exercise classes, youth sports, senior activities, summer camps and free afterschool programs. Recreation programming occurs throughout the City in NYC Parks recreation centers, parks and playgrounds.

Major Responsibilities

Under supervision, manage and oversee the operation and maintenance of a recreation center.
Develop and administer recreation programs.
Oversee center inspections, evaluate repair needs and take appropriate action to maintain facility.
Supervise, evaluate and provide dynamic leadership to a diverse staff.
Manage the development and implementation of Center’s revenue plan.
Coordinate membership drives and account for all revenue generated through membership and programs.
Develop and institute grant-funded programs. Ensure that all center funds are accurately tracked.
Work closely with all organizations and individuals contracted to provide services to the center; maintain records of services rendered.
Serve as liaison with community boards, local organizations and schools.
Provide Borough Chief of Recreation with needs analyses and budget justifications.
Coordinate center safety protocols; manage the proper deployment and training of all CPR and AED certified staff, as well as the proper maintenance of related safety equipment.
Conduct weekly staff meetings and seasonal training seminars.

**Appointees to this position will receive an assignment differential of $1,030 in addition to their base salary.

Work Location: TBD

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 774804.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 07/13/2026. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

RECREATION SUPERVISOR - 60440

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and one year of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership; or

2. An associate degree from an accredited college and three years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership; or

3. A high school diploma, or its equivalent, and five years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership; or

4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. Experience may be substituted for undergraduate education on the basis of one year of satisfactory, full-time experience equates to 30 semester credits from an accredited college or university. However, all candidates must possess at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least one year of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in “1” above.

Preferred Skills

Preference will be given to applicants who are current permanent Recreation Supervisors or employees who have taken and passed the Recreation Supervisor Civil Service Examination (Exam No. 5148). 1. Bachelor’s degree. 2. Excellent management, administrative and communication skills. 3. Two (2) years of experience planning, supervising and implementing recreation programs. 4. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. 5. Ability to program and schedule an indoor pool facility. 6. Bilingual. 7. Available to work evenings and weekends as needed. 8. Valid New York State driver license.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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Job ID

774804

Posted until

07/13/2026

Title code

60440

Civil service title

RECREATION SUPERVISOR

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Center Manager

Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)

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Work location

105 St & 5 Ave

Category: Constituent Services & Community Programs

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