Recreation Center Supervisor Grade 3 (General Services Department)

Under general supervision, plans, organizes and implements recreational and other activities and is responsible for the operations of a municipal recreation center. The incumbent represents the Recreation Division within the community in which it serves.

• Responsible for the strategic vision of recreation, cultural programs, and healthy community initiatives for a specified municipal recreation center based on the assessed needs of the surrounding community. 
• Create the assigned center’s budget and manages alternative providers.
• Plan alternative resources to fulfill centers programs.
• Manage and supervise assigned paraprofessionals including planning and organizing workloads and staff assignments, training, motivating, and evaluating assigned staff, reviewing progress, and directing changes as needed.
• Provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic planning.
• Responsible for the financial management of the recreation center in accordance with industry standards utilizing diverse funding sources. 
• Ensure that activities are properly conducted in accordance with city and department policies and procedures and recreational programs function as planned.
• Review program areas and implements changes or new programs to meet the recreational needs of the community. This may include assisting in development, maintenance, and implementation of current parks and recreation master plan.
• Conduct special activities including but not limited to children’s parties, community programs, field day events, and basketball and playground ball leagues.
• Organize and arranges social functions, clubs, athletic leagues, and rentals.
• Consult with and advises individuals and community groups on recreation center use.
• Confer with and instructs assigned staff on current programs.
• Listen and responds to issues from employees, residents, and providers.
• Collects revenue and ensures all policies regarding cash are followed, including maintaining accurate and detailed financial records and making timely deposits.
• Create and fosters relationships for fundraising opportunities.
• Manage recreation center inventory and orders equipment and supplies as needed.
• Maintain records, collects pertinent data, and prepares seasonal reports and budgets.
• Ensure that buildings and grounds are properly cared for and makes timely requests for maintenance.
• Liaison to the district office.

• Bachelor’s degree with specialization in physical education, recreation or a related field of study.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in public recreation conducting organized recreational activities and three (3) years of supervisory responsibility in similar activities within a community recreation center.

• Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) Certification preferred.
• Individuals entering this class are required to complete a training course in basic first aid to attain permanent status in this class.
• Employees in this class may be required to operate a motor vehicle. A valid State of Michigan Operator’s License is required.

Evaluation Plan

• Interview:      70%
• Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications:   30%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P:   100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points:   0-15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit:   15 points

LRD: 08/05/2025

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of a recreation center
• Knowledge of goals of community recreation work.
• Knowledge of rules and equipment of athletic games.
• Skill in effectively communicating with program participants, the general public and other departmental employees.
• Skill in finance literacy and budgeting.
• Skill in use of personal computers, common office word processing, spreadsheet and database software. 
• Skill in project management.
• Skill in analyzing information to make effective and economical decisions.
• Skill in implementing service delivery procedures.
• Ability to manage effectively as a team leader.
• Ability to organize and conduct a wide variety of recreational activities.
• Ability to supervise the activities of a community recreation center.
• Ability to initiate new activities and continuously improve existing processes.
• Ability to promote neighborhood interest in community recreation centers.
• Ability to effectively self-direct, self-motivate, collaborate, and think outside of the box.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to acquire additional training and knowledge of contemporary principles and best practices of function managed.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with tact and diplomacy.

 

Physical Demands

Work Environment

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class.  Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.  Specific job duties may vary from position to position.  The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.