Our Core Values

We LOVE DeSoto

•L- We lift up our community

•O- We take ownership of our collective performance

•V- We value and respect all employees

•E- We empower employees to grow 

Under general supervision, plans, organizes and promotes recreation, youth, adult, senior, and community services programs and events; supervises the work of part-time and contract staff; prepares related written and promotional materials and information; performs related duties as required.

• Manages workflow;
• Creates and manages team schedules;
• Reports to HR and senior management;
• Hires, supervises and trains part-time employees to provide quality recreation programming in a safe atmosphere; 
• Evaluates performance and provides feedback;
• Identifies and applies career advancement opportunities;
• Assists in resolving employee issues and disputes;
• Manages day-to-day operations of recreational facilities;
• Oversees marketing efforts to effectively promote programs and events within the community;
• Prepares and submits promotional material for assigned program areas for seasonal brochures, flyers and the website;
• Ensures adherence to departmental policies and guidelines while overseeing policy updates to improve program delivery, and conducts ongoing staff training for optimal service quality;
• Maintains accurate records and reports related to program attendance, budget utilization, and other relevant metrics;
• Collaborates with community stakeholders to foster inclusivity and engagement among residents;
• Prepares and maintains budgets for assigned program areas that are cost effective and meets established cost recovery goals;
• Continually evaluates recreation programs to insure the needs of the public and agency goals are obtained.

• Bachelor's degree preferred or an Associate's degree with a combination of a minimum of two (2) years of related work experience; 
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience; and
• Valid Driver’s License.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certified. 

• Obtain CPRP certification within two (2) years.
• Continually develop as a professional, attend workshops and networking with other professionals annually.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in the operation and use of standard office software which includes databases and presentation programs, along with standard Microsoft products;

• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with co-workers, the public, and elected and appointed officials;