Youth Sports and Recreation Director

Job Description: Youth Sports and Recreation Director

Department: Administration

Reports To: City Clerk

Employment Status: Exempt

The Youth Sports and Recreation Director position with the City of Shelley is a full-time, year-round position. The applicant shall oversee all aspects of the programs including registration, scheduling, hiring, training, and supervising referee staff, communication with coaches and parents, equipment purchases, budget planning, etc. In addition, this position provides office support for the office staff as needed, under the direction of the City Clerk and oversees the Mayor’s Youth Council and the Tree City USA committee.

Supervision Received:

This position works under the supervision of the City Clerk, Mayor and City Council.

Supervision Exercised:

Supervision over all seasonal referees is required.

Essential Functions:

· Interviewing, hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating the work of regular and temporary seasonal employees and volunteers.

· Determining and organizing sports schedules and programs.

· Investigates and evaluates public complaints and criticism and takes action as required.

· Plan, organize, manage, direct and evaluate appropriate sports and recreation programs and operations.

· Coordinate sports programs to satisfy the desires of varied age groups.

· Exercise sound judgement and generate workable solutions in problem situations.

· Analyze and appropriately solve problems and resolve conflicts.

· Maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

· Monitor financial performance of recreation programs.

· Pursue grants, track grant expenditures, and submit grant reports as needed for areas of direct responsibility.

· Perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

· Build collaborative partnerships with schools, nonprofits, businesses, and volunteers.

Applicant shall perform all other duties as directed by the Mayor or City Council including but not limited to the description herein.

Typical Qualifications:

1. Education and Experience

a. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in one or more of the following fields:

i. Public Administration

ii. Community Development

iii. Parks and Recreation Administration

b. Equivalent combinations of education and responsible experience may be considered.

2. Special Qualifications

a. Must possess a valid Idaho driver's license.

b. Must be able to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

c. Must meet all requirements of the City of Shelley’s Personnel Policy.

d. Must be able to work independently.

Work Environment:

Tasks for this position will be mostly done in an office setting and outdoors. Applicant must be able to perform essential job functions in an office or field setting that may require lifting/moving 50 lbs., bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, stretching and other physical exertions including performing tasks involving hand/wrist/arm movements. The City will provide the employee with a cell phone, if necessary.

Disclaimer:

The above statements describe the general nature, level and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time with or without notice.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person