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Recreation Athletic Director Jobs in Seneca, SC at City Of Seneca
CITY OF SENECA
221 East North First Street
Seneca, South Carolina 29678
(864)885-2700 Fax: (864)885-2701 www.Seneca.SC.US
CITY OF SENECA
POSITION DESCRIPTION – ATHLETIC DIRECTOR for Recreation Department
GENERAL PURPOSE
Plans and directs a comprehensive, expanding, and flexible program of athletic activities for all age groups and population segments. Supervises all sports activities and related administrative activities. Reports to the Recreation
Director. Supervises part-time recreation staff, special interest instructors, seasonal employees, and volunteers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares season schedule for all youth athletic events and schedules meetings for coaches.
- Supervises adult and youth sports events. Ensures that all officials are present and that facilities meet game requirements.
- Responds to public inquiries about recreation programs made by telephone, correspondence, or during public meetings.
- Attends state and district association meetings to reduce problems during the season.
- Purchases sports equipment and concessions merchandise. Researches to obtain high quality for low prices.
- Studies and analyzes recreational needs and resources.
- Plans, organizes, and directs various recreation programs including crafts, festivals, special events, senior citizens’ activities, special interest classes, and youth summer playground program by determining events, dates, times, location, supplies needed, and setting fees and charges.
- Directs selection and training of staff and volunteer workers.
- Prepares for publication and distributes a variety of brochures, letters, posters, news releases, flyers and related communications regarding recreation programs.
- Coordinates recreation staff in the development and implementation of recreation programs.
- Selects, plans and implements cultural arts, physical activities and special interest activities.
- Assists in the planning and management of any concession related activities, including design, layout, operation, inventory, contracting and staffing.
- Promotes interest and provides information regarding recreation programs to school officials, other recreation officials, community service groups, other departments, and the general public.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
- Researches and identified possible funding sources and develop proposals for review.
- Maintains historical data regarding department activities, programs and special events
- Serves as a member of various committees as assigned.
- Is required to fill in for other positions within the department.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Sports Management, Physical Education or a related field.
- Teaching Certificate preferred
- Three (3) years coaching experience
- Two (2) years with Park and Recreation experience
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Considerable knowledge of recreation philosophy, planning and administration.
- Considerable knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program;
- Ability to develop and coordinate varied activities involved in a community athletic program.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders, and the general public.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of paid staff and volunteers.
- Ability to handle scrutiny from parents and the public.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Valid SC Driver’s License
- First Aid and CPR certified
ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS
It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices.
Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injuries or illnesses.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment described are representative of activities required and work environment encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
â—¼ While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit and talk or hear.
â—¼ The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
â—¼ The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
â—¼ The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
â—¼ Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
â—¼ While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
â—¼ The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.
â—¼ The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, or moderately loud when in the field.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Recreation Athletic Director
Company: City Of Seneca
Location: Seneca, SC
