Supv.
EEP Cat. 3

SUPERVISOR II/III
(Recreation)

Definition:

Under general direction, plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates a wide variety of recreation programs.

Class Characteristics:

This is a flexibly staffed Supervisor II/III classification. Incumbents may progress to Supervisor III after at least 12 months at Supervisor II level and completion of qualifications and department requirements and certifications established for progression.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (May vary by position, and may include any or all of the following)

• Plans, implements, supervises, and evaluates comprehensive municipal recreation programs and special event.
• Directs activities and programs at various recreation facilities, including playgrounds, ball fields and swimming pools.
• Supervises aquatics program.
• Analyzes recreation needs of individuals, groups, and neighborhoods and develops programs to meet those needs.
• Develops, implements, and markets programs and activities operated on a self-sustaining fee basis.
• Prepares and administers contracts for recreational classes.
• Establishes and oversees registration process for classes, activities, programs, parks and facilities.
• Designs, prepares, and distributes news releases, schedules, and informational pamphlets to promote interest and participation in recreation program activities.
• Staffs City Staff Development Committee.
• Oversees opening and closing of facilities and supervises ball field maintenance and technical support.
• Supervises production of the department quarterly brochure.
• Prepares staff reports and makes presentations to the Community Services Commission.
• Prepares and monitors portions of the department budget.
• Represents the division as liaison with community groups, steering committees, other agencies, and other City departments.
• Plans, schedules, trains and evaluates work of assigned staff.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Varies, depending on area of assignment; Performs related work as required.

Supervision:

Supervision is received from the Deputy Director of Community Services/Recreation; supervision is exercised over full-time and part-time employees; oversees and monitors contract service providers.

Employment Standards:

Knowledge of:

• Recreation objectives and practical programs to achieve those objectives.
• Principles and techniques of planning and directing a wide variety of recreation programs for all age groups.
• Principles of effective supervision.
• Principles and practices of safety and first aid.
• Basic principles of budget preparation and monitoring.
• Principles of customer service.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, implement and evaluate a comprehensive municipal recreation program.
• Generate support and enthusiasm of leaders, participants, groups and agencies in recreation programs.
• Research, organize and present written and oral reports.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the public members of all age groups, representatives of other agencies, volunteer organizations, employees, and contribute to a successful team effort.
• Work effectively without direct supervision.
• Plan, train, schedule and evaluate work of assigned staff.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Operate a personal computer.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.

Education and Experience - Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor's degree in recreation or a related discipline; and two years of full-time experience in a community recreation program. Experience in a municipal recreation program is desirable. Additional work experience may be considered as substitution for up to two years of formal education requirement on a year-for-year basis. Upon successful completion of progression criteria established by the department and at least 12 months at the II level, incumbents are eligible to progress to Supervisor III.

License and Other Requirements - Must possess a valid Class C California driver's license or be able to arrange transportation for field work. Must be willing to work varying hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.

In addition to the above, essential functions of all positions require the following physical, environmental and communication demands.

PHYSICAL: CONTINUOUS sitting, working indoors, grasp and finger dexterity to operate office equipment. FREQUENT bending and stooping, upward and downward flexion of neck, side-to-side turning of neck, lifting objects up to 10 lbs. from below waist to above shoulder level without assistance and transporting distances up to 1/4 mile; lifting objects weighing 11- 25 lbs. from below waist to waist level without assistance and transporting distances up to 1/4 mile. OCCASIONAL walking, standing, reaching above and at shoulder height, pushing/pulling, twisting at waist, lifting objects weighing 26-50 lbs. from below waist to waist level with or without assistance and transporting distances up to 50 yards. INFREQUENT squatting, climbing, kneeling, lifting objects weighing 11-50 lbs. from chest level to above shoulder level with or without assistance and transporting distances up to 50 yards; lifting objects weighing 51-100 lbs. from below waist to waist level with assistance and transporting distances up to 50 feet.

ENVIRONMENTAL: Exposure to extreme heat and dust working outdoors; noise of crowds of people shouting at sporting events, both indoors and outdoors; mechanical and electrical hazards of equipment such as scoreboards, microwave, office machines; fumes and odors from cleaning solutions and chemicals. Work is performed indoors in office and in both indoor and outdoor recreation facilities. Work environment is informal, team-oriented, having variable tasks. Work is frequently fast-paced and high pressure. Work hours are 80 hours per biweekly pay period; overtime, evening, holiday and weekend work may be required.

COMMUNICATION: VISION (may be correctable) to observe patrons of recreation programs and condition of recreational facilities, read computer screens, permits, contracts and reports. HEARING for telephone conversations and dealing with the public at meetings. VERBAL for using telephone and for personal contact. WRITING or ability to record information in an alternate manner. READING - contracts, reports, permits, and computer screens.

Date: 8/98
Revised by BR/KG1