What are the responsibilities and job description for the Athletics Programs Supervisor position at Town of Valdese?
NOW HIRING – ATHLETIC PROGRAMS SUPERVISOR – Deadline: August 28, 2025
The Town is currently seeking an Athletic Programs Supervisor. An employee in this class plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises children, youth, and adult sports, recreational activities, and events for the citizens of the community. Work involves considerable planning and coordination with full and part-time town and department staff and varied athletic organizations and/or Burke County Parks and Recreation for a variety of team sports and leagues; recruitment of coaches, officials, and volunteers; and evaluation of the program’s effectiveness. Work includes preparing schedules, ordering equipment, coordinating or performing field preparation, supervision of practices and games including possible janitorial duties, and marketing the programs. The employee recommends rules, policies, and other regulations to insure safe, effective and enjoyable programming that maintains public acceptance and has extensive public contact with coaches, officials, participants and parents. Work is performed in accordance with departmental rules and policies and requires judgment and discretion in the application and interpretation of program policies, game rules, and procedures. Employee is subject to hazards in recreation, including working in both inside and outside environments, in hot and cold weather, and exposure to noise, dust, etc. Duties may expose the employee to human body fluids in emergencies thus is subject to the OSHA requirements on blood borne pathogens. Employee will be expected to be available weeknight and weekend hours dependent on program and event schedules as a part of a 40 hour work week.
Education & Experience Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management, Sports Management/Recreation Administration or Management, Physical Education, or closely related field and experience in recreation and athletics, preferably in a municipal setting; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements:
Valid North Carolina Driver’s License or out of state equivalent.
Valid First Aid/AED/CPR Certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Physical Requirements: Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pulling, pushing, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing. Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must possess the visual acuity to prepare and analyze data, have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, as well as cloud-based design and communication software/applications, and make visual inspections to determine accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work.
Compensation and Benefits:
The Town of Valdese offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The starting salary for this position is $40,708 DOE. The Town provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; wellness program; town fitness center and pool membership; Local Government Employees Retirement System (LGERS) contribution; annual vacation based on continuous years of experience; sick leave; paid holidays in accordance with the North Carolina State Holiday Schedule.
Contact and submittal information:
David Andersen
Parks & Recreation Director
P.O. Box 339 Valdese, NC 28690
Telephone: 828-874-6733
Hand delivery: Valdese Town Hall, 102 Massel Ave SW, Valdese, NC 28690
Cover letter, resume and completed application required. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Applications and a full job description can also be obtained by visiting www.townofvaldese.com.
The Town of Valdese is an Equal Opportunity/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,708.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Gym membership
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,708