What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Recreation Center, (B273125-1), 207, Recreation Centers position at City of Laredo?
Coordinates and supervises recreation center programs providing a safe environment to all. Ensures that rules, regulations, and responsibilities are adhered to daily.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
- Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff. Supervisory functions include: makes hiring and termination recommendations; prioritizes assignments and directs work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; facilitates employee training and development; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries and salary changes; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
- Monitors basketball gym, boxing gym, and weight room activities; enforces gym rules and regulations.
- Ensures proper working order and cleanliness of equipment; performs maintenance as needed.
- Collects and issues receipts for payments, maintains cash receipt reports, and ensures accurate accountability.
- Identifies programming needs and seeks instructors to provide classes.
- Performs related administrative work as required.
- Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including computers and applicable software.
- Knowledge of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of employee supervision.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreational activities.
- Knowledge of gymnasium maintenance procedures.
- Knowledge of recreation center programs.
Skills and Abilities:
- Skill in organization and time management.
- Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
- Skill in customer service.
- Ability to meet schedules and deadlines of the work.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
- Ability to enforce policies, procedures, and rules.
- Ability to collect payments.
- Ability to teach adults and children.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
- Ability to inspect facilities for damage.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
- Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
- Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
- Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
- Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
- Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
- Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.
WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Effort RequirementsPosition will have the following exposures
- Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
- Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
- Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments
Never
- Street environment (near moving traffic)
- Construction site
- Warehouse environment
- Confined space
- Outdoor environment
- Vehicles
- Office or similar indoor environment
Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
- Individuals with known violent backgrounds
- Communicable diseases
- Fumes or airborne particles
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
- Loud noises (85 decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
- Moving mechanical parts
- Individuals who are hostile or irate
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
Never
- National travel
- International travel
- Regional travel
- Local travel
Required Education and Experience
- Associate's degree from an accredited* college or university
- At least two (2) years of experience in recreational sports and facility management
Foreign Education:
- Applicants who have completed education outside of the United States must submit a foreign credential evaluation completed by a professional credential evaluation agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). The evaluation must verify the U.S. equivalency of the degree and identify the comparable U.S. degree level. Applicants are responsible for obtaining and submitting the required evaluation documentation.
Note: The City of Laredo is not responsible for any fees associated with obtaining a foreign credential evaluation or educational equivalency documentation.
Required Licenses or Certifications
- Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
The following Licenses and/or Certifications must be obtained after employment. Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated from the time of hire*
- Valid First Aid Certificate must be obtained within six (6) months of employment*
- Valid CPR Certificate must be obtained within six (6) months of employment*
- Valid AED Certificate must be obtained within six (6) months of employment*
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
Salary : $47,715 - $59,654