(PARKS & RECREATION) Recreation Manager

Clinton, NCOnsiteFull TimeManager / Head$58,596–$58,596 /yrPosted 24 days ago

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Required skills

recreation
sports management
organized recreation programs
CPR
AED

Nice to have

CPRP

Role summary

Sampson County Parks & Recreation is seeking a Recreation Manager to lead their team in delivering exceptional recreational programs and events. This role involves developing and implementing activities for all ages, managing staff and budgets, building community partnerships, and ensuring facilities are well-maintained. The position reports to the Parks & Recreation Director and requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and 3-5 years of experience in organized recreation programs. CPRP certification is preferred. The ideal candidate is approachable, optimistic, and decisive, passionate about creating vibrant communities.

Recreation Manager Wanted: Shape the Fun in Sampson County!

SALARY GRADE: 73

BEGINNING SALARY: $58,596/Year with comprehensive benefits package

Are you passionate about creating vibrant communities? Sampson County Parks & Recreation is seeking a dynamic Recreation Manager to lead our team in delivering exceptional recreational programs and events.

As a Recreation Manager, you'll be at the heart of our community, developing and implementing exciting activities for people of all ages. You'll oversee our team, manage budgets, and ensure our facilities are top-notch.

If you're a motivated leader with a knack for building relationships, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities include:

Developing and implementing recreational programs
Managing staff and budgets
Building strong community partnerships

Join our team and make a positive impact on the lives of Sampson County residents!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

A Recreation Manager's primary purpose is to coordinate and manage programs for the citizens of Sampson County. This position assists the Director in developing a strategic plan, budget, and setting goals for the department. Some of their responsibilities include purchasing, mentoring and training fulltime staff, inventorying programming equipment/supplies, scheduling games, directing and implementing a variety of recreation programs, activities, special events, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Parks & Recreation Director.

This position hires and trains fulltime and part time staff. A Recreation Manager must be approachable, optimistic, and decisive.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: A minimum of a bachelor's degree with coursework in recreation, sports management, or related field and 3-5 years of experience in organized recreation programs is required. CPRP preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

APPLY ONLINE: https://sampsonnc.applicantpro.com/jobs/

SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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