- Salary
- $62k – $90k/yr
- Location
- TX 75069, TX, TX
- Seniority
- Senior
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high-performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under general supervision by the Recreation Superintendent, the purpose of the position is to direct the recreation center, its operations, and programs. Employees in this classification perform managerial and supervisory level work. Position is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, directing, and evaluating a diverse range of recreation programs. Performs administrative functions such as assisting with preparing the Center’s annual budget. Performs related work as required.
Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. Proudly recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list by USA TODAY, our team is dedicated to making McKinney one of the best places to work, live, and raise a family. That’s why we exist. Join us and start making a difference today.
OUR CORE VALUES
City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-inspired values – Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high-performance organization (HPO).
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Under general supervision by the Recreation Superintendent, the purpose of the position is to direct the recreation center, its operations, and programs. Employees in this classification perform managerial and supervisory level work. Position is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, directing, and evaluating a diverse range of recreation programs. Performs administrative functions such as assisting with preparing the Center’s annual budget. Performs related work as required.
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
If Assigned to Senior Recreation Center:
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS
In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
- Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
- Contribute to a positive work culture.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
- Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
- Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides timely, accurate and thorough performance evaluations for supervised employees
- Manages the recruitment of staff; ensures they receive training through seminars, classes, workshops, and on-the-job experiences.
- Supervises personnel; supervisory duties including instructing, assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; monitoring standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; and recommending employee transfers, promotions, and salary increases as appropriate.
- Plans, schedules, promotes and conducts a comprehensive leisure program at the recreation center.
- Schedules use of recreation center facilities for classes, special events or private rentals.
- Obtains instructors, staff, and officials for the various programs, advises them in their work and monitor performance.
- Prepares correspondence, keep records, completes biweekly time sheets and compiles reports as required or directed.
- Works with recreation division in the planning, organizing and implementing of special events.
- Responsible for Center revenues and expenditures. Collects fees and charges and prepares daily revenue reports. Make daily deposits of revenue as prescribed by City policy.
- Prepares and maintains management reports and records regarding programs and services.
- Develops and presents reports to various audiences internally and externally.
- Studies leisure needs of the community and make recommendations to meet needs.
- Performs various public relations functions in promoting leisure activities at the Center.
- Inspects condition and cleanliness of center facilities and requests necessary maintenance, repairs, and/or cleaning.
- Prepares and administers the Recreation Center’s budget.
- Prepares bids for equipment, repairs, and general maintenance.
- Recommends and administers all operational policies, procedures, and detailed emergency action plans for an effective operation.
- Establishes strategic goals, objectives, and priorities for the center.
- Assists in establishment of appropriate program and user fees.
- Performs inventory; maintains and orders equipment for the center.
- Publicizes center’s programs by working with the city’s marketing department to produce flyers, brochures, calendars, letters, posters, news releases, newsletters and advertising on the newspaper and radio.
- Answers phones, distributes information, take reservations for center rentals.
- Responds to customer and public inquiries, concerns, and compliments in a timely manner.
- Serves as the city liaison to community groups and agencies who utilize the center.
- Ensures safety and security of patrons, staff, and facility.
- Performs minor maintenance and janitorial duties.
- Provides assistance to staff as much as needed.
- Complies with all written City policies and procedures.
- Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
If Assigned to Senior Recreation Center:
- Manages adult services, programs, and operations of the Senior Recreation Center
- Manages the Senior Recreation Centers annual budget over $1 million dollars; its revenues, expenditures and in-kind donations.
- Manages multiple staff divisions at the Senior Recreation Center: Building, Volunteer Program, Recreation, Fitness, Customer Service, Membership, Special Events, Rentals, Day and Overnight Trips, Transportation Services, Congregate Meals, Sponsorships, Partners/Vendors, and Internship Program.
- Develops an organized and structured program that provides resources and services to adults 50+ living in McKinney and surrounding areas.
- Maintains annual and on-going compliance with transportation safety standards for the city’s 32 passenger trolley, 26 passenger bus, 14 passenger bus, and golf cart
- Performs various public relations functions in promoting Senior Adult Services and all recreational activities at the Center.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS
- Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
- Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
- Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
- Ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
- Ability to inform and guide others by applying principles of professional counseling in addressing specific situations.
- Ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.
- Ability to utilize a variety of advisory data and information, such as CPR and first aid guides, computer program documentation, Round Robin scheduling, work schedules, reservation books, employee training manual and City policies and procedures manuals.
- Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; ability to utilize principles of fractions; ability to interpret graphs.
- Ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.
- Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
- Ability to perform coordinated movements involving placing and turning motions, such as utilizing custodial tools, operating a cash register, computer terminal, and City vehicle.
- Ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
- Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
- Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.
Bachelor’s degree with course work emphasis in Recreation Administration; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes recreation administration and supervision; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Cardiopulmonary Rescue and First Aid Certificate required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
PHYSICAL DEMANDSAny work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute.
Bachelor’s degree with course work emphasis in Recreation Administration; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience and/or training that includes recreation administration and supervision; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Cardiopulmonary Rescue and First Aid Certificate required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP)
- Leisure Professional Certificate
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have a Class C Texas Driver’s License
Between one-thirds and two-thirds of on-the-job time requires: Standing; Walking; Sitting; Talking and Hearing. Less than one-third of on-the-job time requires: Using one’s hands to touch, handle or feel objects; Reaching; Climbing/Balancing; Stooping/Kneeling; Tasting/Smelling. The ability to lift and / or exert force up to twenty-five (25) pounds may be necessary.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
There is limited exposure to environmental conditions.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City of McKinney is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) committed to an alcohol / drug free workplace and to providing equal opportunities regardless of age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Skills
CPRComplianceCustomer Service