Overview
Recreation Programs Manager Jobs in Basking Ridge, NJ at Bernards Township
Principal Duties: Responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating and supervising a variety of recreation activities, programs and events. Responsible for direct supervision of 75+ seasonal summer program staff and volunteers and 80+ volunteer youth sport coaches. Assists with supervision over other part time seasonal program staff and volunteers. Does related work as required.
Job Requirements:
- Develop, plan, schedule and implement youth programs and special events, providing for varying interests and abilities.
- Manage contracted program service providers and instructors, following all applicable purchasing procedures.
- Create, update and maintain registration information and parent information manuals.
- Coordinate program and event publicity, including, but not limited to creating program flyers, newsletters, email announcements, press releases, posters, social media posts, graphics, etc.
- Communicate important information and program updates to participants and general public.
- Maintain inventory and order program and event supplies, equipment and attire.
- Follow, update and recommend program and event specific budgets.
- Evaluate programs and review participant feedback; implement changes for improvement.
- Manage the recruitment, hiring, training, and supervising of seasonal staff and volunteers.
- Attend programs, trips, special events, trainings and meetings as necessary.
- Assist customers in-person, by phone and by email; distribute information and redirect inquiries to other departments or outside organizations as appropriate.
- Utilize software to process household information and fees related to Department functions including registrations, reservations and memberships.
- Establish and maintain accurate records and files as required.
- Administer, enforce and make informed decisions regarding all Department and Township policies.
- Knowledge of the methods used to plan, organize and coordinate programs and events.
- Knowledge of management principles and techniques.
- Possess strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects at the same time.
- Possess considerable computer knowledge, specifically with Microsoft 365.
Education, Experience & Special Requirements
Education:Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Recreation and Park administration or related field.
Experience: Previous experience in recreation, sports management, event planning, customer service, community programming, or a related field, is preferred. Internship, volunteer, and part-time experience will be considered. Experience with Canva, Constant Contact and recreation management software is preferred.
Please see full Job Posting at https://www.bernards.org/government/documents/forms-documents/department-documents/human-resources/employment-opportunities/5310-recreation-programs-manager/file
Bernards Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $58,000.00 – $62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Recreation Programs Manager
Company: Bernards Township
Location: Basking Ridge, NJ
