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- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District —Bainbridge Island, WA
- $22.12 - $30.62 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
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Aquatics Maintenance Manager
Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District —Bainbridge Island, WA
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ASSOCIATED RECREATION COUNCIL —Seattle, WA
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Recreation Supervisor

City of Renton -
Maple Valley, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$92,604 - $123,240 a year
3 days ago

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

CPR Certification
Customer communication
Staff supervision
Team leadership
Driver's License
Driving
Aquatic Facility Operator Certification
Community relationship building

Full Job Description

The City of Renton has an exciting opportunity for a Recreation Supervisor within the Parks & Recreation Department. The Recreation Supervisor plans, organizes, coordinates and directs a wide variety of comprehensive City-wide recreational and cultural programs and activities for the community at various recreational facilities, including parks, ball fields, senior centers, community centers, and other areas. The position will manage and supervise the operation and maintenance of the recreational facility; hire, train, supervise and evaluate staff; assist in completing grant applications and assist in program budgeting. This position supports the department as a whole and ensures consistent, streamlined operations that enhance service delivery to the community. Therefore, the incumbent will need excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills to collaborate across teams, and the ability to lead department wide process improvements.

If you have a minimum of 5 years of recreation programming experience in recreation, health and wellness, or cultural arts and a bachelor’s degree in Recreation (or 9 years combined education/experience) and a minimum of 1 year of supervisory or lead experience this may be the position for you. Please see Education, Experience and License requirements below for additional minimum qualifications.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation or related field.
Minimum 5 years of recreation program experience.
Or minimum 9 years of relevant education and experience.
1 year supervisory or lead experience or demonstrated leadership experience.
Valid driver's license.
Valid CPR and first aid certificates (within six months of hire).
Valid Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification (within six months of hire).
Some positions in this class may require special licenses and certifications related to aquatics and water safety.
Successful passing of a required credit, background, and driving record check.

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

Deferred compensation with the City contributing 4% of the employee's salary.
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates.
Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year.
State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment.

Telework Program: The City of Renton supports workers performing in a hybrid capacity (partial telework/in-office) where job responsibilities can be performed remotely. This position may be eligible for a telework arrangement, up to 2 days remote, based on the operational needs of the City and specific Department. Regardless of job title or telework arrangement, City of Renton employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

To view a complete job description, click here.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervise and oversee a specific area of recreational programs and operations for the Recreation division.
Develop and implement administrative procedures that support and improve operational efficiency and ensure compliance with City and Department standards.
Plan, implement and oversee a variety of recreation services, programs, and facilities.
Manage and supervise the operations and maintenance of recreation facilities to ensure programs and services are provided in an effective and efficient manner.
Enforce program and facility policies and safety standards.
Respond to customer inquiries and complaints to ensure positive community relations.
Coordinate and schedule programs, activities, and facility rentals. Respond to public requests for programs, activities, and services. Coordinate with recreation staff and partner agencies, including contracting and negotiating agreements with service providers.
Recruit, select, schedule, and supervise recreational personnel in delegated areas to support assigned programs and ensure adequate staffing of facilities and activities.
Maintain accurate records for assigned areas and prepare corresponding reports.
Coordinate with other City Departments to ensure planning and support for successful delivery of programs, facilities, and activities.
Research and prepare expenditure and revenue projections while assisting in the development of long-range capital improvement recommendations.
Develop, write, update, and maintain policy and procedure manuals for areas of responsibility.
Assist in the completion of grant applications for special funding of programs and activities.
Promote and represent self-sustaining recreational programs throughout the City.
Maintain effective communications and working relationships with City staff, government agencies, community organizations, and the public, coordinate operations across departments.
Prepare promotional materials, including press releases, brochure, and flyers, support marketing efforts for recreation programs and services.

Prepare and deliver presentations to community groups, public agencies, and the public; communicate with the media to promote recreational activities.
Evaluate employee performance; conduct consistent staff and 1:1 check in meetings with direct reports.
Coordinate the hiring and onboarding of new employees.
Delegate, review and ensure timely completion of duties of assigned staff.
Assist in the development and communication of department goals that support the City’s Mission and Business Plan.
Train staff; set specific and measurable standards and goals.
Evaluate the recreation program functions to improve service, productivity, and efficiency, and assist with resolution of work-related complaints and issues that cannot be addressed by staff.
Comply with and administer City policies.
Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by welcoming and meeting the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
Make recommendations regarding discipline or termination.
Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
Operate a computer and other office equipment.
Communicate with City employees and residents.
Lift or move items weighing up to 30 pounds on occasion.
Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a typical office environment and outdoors in all weather conditions.
Noise level out in the field is moderately loud.
Noise level indoors is moderately quiet.
Work evening and/or weekend hours as assigned.
Night meetings may be required.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Selection Procedure

Selection Procedure:

Please consider visiting the City of Renton's Career Center for more information about our hiring process, benefits and other useful information. The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high-quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates’ names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Accommodation: Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact [email protected] at least 2 business days prior to the need.

Communication from the City of Renton:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.

Recruitment Process:
The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications and applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check. This position requires driving and is also subject to a driving record check from the WA State Dept of Licensing (or other state equivalent). Driving records will be evaluated based on a points system depending on the infraction and severity. This position requires cash handling and/or access to sensitive financial information. For that reason, this position is also subject to credit checks.

This position is Non-Represented and the applicable benefits are as follows:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Employees are offered a choice of medical/vision coverage through either Kaiser Permanente or the City's self-insured plan. Preferred Provider Option is available through the self-insured plan. Rates for both plans are available on the Benefit webpage. Please click on the link at the bottom of the page for details.
The dental insurance plan covers services such as regular checkups, x-rays, fillings and crowns. Orthodontia coverage is also provided.

Deferred Compensation Program

The City contributes 4% of the employee's base wage rate into a deferred compensation retirement plan.
Employees may also set aside a percentage of their earnings on a tax-deferred basis.

Retirement Plan

Employees are enrolled in the State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Plan (PERS).
Both the employee and employer contribute to the plan.

Life Insurance

A group term life insurance policy is provided to each employee at a value equivalent to the annual salary, up to $50,000.
Each eligible dependent is also provided with a $1,000 policy. There is no cost to the employee.
Optional supplemental insurance is available for employees and their dependents at group rates.

Long Term Disability Protection

Many employees are provided with a long term disability policy up to the equivalent of 60% of their salary.

Flexible Benefits

The City offers employees the opportunity to open two separate tax-free accounts through salary reduction. One account is to pay for expenses not covered by health insurance and the other account is for child care costs.

Vacation

Employees accrue vacation beginning with the first day of employment as follows: 12 days per year (0-5 years); 18 days per year (6-10 years); 21 days per year (11-15 years); 24 days per year (16-20 years); and 27 days per year (21+ years).

Sick Leave

Upon employment, the employee receives a sick leave bank of 24 hours, with an additional 24 hours awarded after three months.
Thereafter, sick leave accrues at the rate of four hours each pay period.

Employee Assistance Program

A confidential counseling assessment and referral service is available without cost to employees and family members for help with personal, family or job-related problems.

Paydays

The City of Renton pays employees on the tenth and the twenty-fifth of each month (24 pay periods each year).

Holidays

The City recognizes eleven holidays and offers two "personal" holidays each calendar year for most employees.

Hours of Work

Flexible work schedules are available in many departments.

Transportation

Unlimited free rides on various bus systems as well as various carpool and rideshare options are available for City employees.

Management Leave

All non-represented employees that are non-overtime eligible shall be given a management leave bank of non-accruable leave in the following amounts: 56 hours for Administrators, Deputy Administrators, Directors, and the City Clerk; 40 hours for Managers, Analysts, and Others
Non-accruable management leave is to be used within the calendar year that it is credited to employee's leave bank.
Management leave may not be "rolled over" from one year to the next.

Please see the City of Renton Benefits webpage for more information.

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