City of Tampa

Employees in this class are responsible for supervisory and administrative work, managing recreation facility parks and managing a group of park amenities and staff.

Under direction, an employee in this class is responsible for the efficient supervision, operation, programming and maintenance of a recreation facility, parks, and park amenities. Work is of more than average difficulty and requires considerable initiative and independent judgment, tact, and courtesy. Work entails extensive contact with the public, volunteers,  and community organizations. This position requires knowledge of community needs and how to service those needs efficiently and

effectively, and the ability to establish strong relationships. Employees are required to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and special events. Work is performed under the direct supervision of a Team Supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and results achieved.

Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises programming, custodial and grounds maintenance activities for a recreation facility, parks, and park amenities.

Assigns, schedules, trains, supervises, and review the work of subordinates; completes performance evaluations; administers discipline; recommends hiring, promotions, and transfers; responds to grievances; interprets rules, regulation, policies and procedures for staff; plans and conducts staff meetings.

Ensures compliance with applicable safety, maintenance and programming practices and standards.

Collects, tracks, and deposits fees; manages attendance and financial records.

Coordinates the provision of resources including supplies, tools and equipment.

Solicits active interest, participation and the support of neighborhood and community groups.

Organizes, promotes, and evaluates programs, classes, and special events designed to meet community needs.

Creates and promotes a team atmosphere within the department.

Performs related work as required.

Knowledge of: appropriate practices, methods, and techniques of parks and recreation maintenance and programming, and proper cash management.

Mostly sedentary, indoors, occasional outdoors and lifting, requires extended use of computer, typing and viewing a monitor.

Graduation from high school with two (2) years of college coursework in parks and recreation administration or a related field and five (5) years of experience in conduct of parks and recreation activities

Possession of a valid driver’s license required

First Aid, CPR  certification within six (6) months of employment

Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certifications preferred

During periods when the Mayor issues an emergency declaration for the City of Tampa, all employees may be required to work in preparation, response or recovery activities related to the stated emergency.