Rec Zone Site Director

The Rec Zone Afterschool Site Director is responsible for the daily operation, management, and overall supervision of a designated Rec Zone afterschool program site within Goochland County. This position ensures a safe, engaging, and structured environment for youth participants while supervising site-specific recreation staff.

The Site Director serves as the onsite point-of-contact for parents, school administration, and department leadership, ensuring high-quality programming that aligns with the mission and policies of Goochland County Parks and Recreation.

General Information

• Department: Parks and Recreation
• Reports To: Youth Program Coordinator
• Schedule: Monday – Friday (5 days/week)
• Hours: 1:30pm – 6:30pm/Daily, 25 hours per week. 
  • Additional hours for training and check ins with Youth Coordinator. 
• FLSA Status: Part-Time ($20.00/hr)

Daily Operations & Program Management

• Oversee the complete day-to-day operations of the assigned RecZone afterschool site.
• Organize and implement daily schedules, including structured recreation activities, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, enrichment programs, and snack times.
• Ensure strict adherence to Goochland County safety protocols, participant check-in/check-out, and emergency response procedures. 
• Maintain accurate daily records, including participant rosters, attendance logs, behavior reports, and incident/accident forms.

Staff Supervision & Leadership

• Provide direct leadership, guidance, and daily assignments to on-site afterschool Recreation Assistants.
• Assist the Youth Program Coordinator with on-site staff training and employee performance monitoring.
• Model positive behavior management techniques and foster a collaborative, supportive team environment.

Communication & Community Relations

• Serve as the primary, professional contact for parents and guardians; handle daily sign-outs, updates, and parent inquires. 
• Maintain strong, cooperative relationships with the school’s principal, custodial staff, and administrative team.
• Provide timely updates to the Youth Program Coordinator regarding site successes, staff performance, supply needs, and any participant or parent inquires. 

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of youth programming, childhood development, and recreational activity planning.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and direct a team of part-time Recreation Assistants. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to handle parent interactions with diplomacy, empathy, and professionalism.
• Highly organized, punctual, and capable of managing administrative paperwork accurately.

• Education: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required. Experience in recreation management, education, child development, or a related field is highly preferred.
• Experience: One to two years of experience working with youth, recreation programs, summer camps, afterschool care, childcare, or work in an educational setting preferred. 
• Certifications: Possess or is willing to obtain:
  • First Aid / CPR / AED Certification
• Background Clearance: Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check, central registry check, and drug screening prior to employment.