THE POSITION:
Under general administrative direction, plan, direct, and manage the operations of the City’s recreation services, programs, and events; performs related duties, as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:
• Develop, implement, and oversee recreational, cultural, athletic, social services, programs, and events.
• Hire, train, assign, supervise, and evaluate division personnel; effectively recommend personnel action; effectively prepare, and present verbal and written discipline reports as necessary.
• Lead, coach, promote teambuilding, and encourage professional training and development for assigned personnel.
• Supervise staff in the planning, development, marketing, operation, implementation, and evaluation of services programs and events.
• Receives, investigates, and responds to difficult and sensitive problems and complaints in a professional manner; identifies and reports findings and takes necessary corrective action.
• Plan and coordinate activities with other divisions, departments, and agencies.
• Oversee the use of City facilities by outside agencies, including special event permits.
• Assess community needs, review, and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and prepare recommendations for improvement.
• Research, write, and administer grants for programs and projects.
• Provide leadership in social media/communications and sponsorship opportunities.
• Attend and participate in the Community Services Advisory Committee meetings and other City or department meetings as requested.
• Participate and assist in the assessment of facilities and make recommendations.
• Manage applicable contracts and insurance within the City policy.
• Review and approve purchases and purchase orders.
• Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the division annual budget.
• Direct the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Coordinate with the Facility division for all preventative and routine building and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and implement Master Plans and goals outlined in the City’s Strategic Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or a closely related field AND four years of full-time professional recreation administration (superintendent or supervisor) experience is required.

License and Certification Requirements:
Must possess a valid California class “C” driver’s license upon hire and maintain throughout the length of employment with the City of Victorville.