Recreation Supervisor - Programming, Youth, Family & Events (FT)

Recreation Program Supervisor

The Recreation Program Supervisor at Zanewood Recreation Center is a great opportunity to be a part of, innovate and supervise programs, services and events at a renovated Recreation Center and a new Teen Center built on the Rec Center campus. This position is responsible for assessing community program needs, developing and implementing programs and services to meet city / department mission and goals, enriching program and service offerings, and cultivating partnerships through community outreach. This position will manage budget areas including contracts and payments, as well as scheduling of facilities. This position is responsible for supervising 3 full-time staff, part-time, seasonal staff and volunteers.

This position will work independently under the general supervision of the Youth Services Manager of the City of Brooklyn Park to develop innovative programs and events focused on quality, partnerships, and service to our community.

This position is responsible for planning, implementing and supervising a wide variety of community recreation and youth programs. In order to maintain a high standard of quality this professional supervises and leads program specialists, part time and seasonal staff in the areas of child / teens / youth development, youth enrichment and family events.

This professional must be in charge of evaluating and effectiveness of programs, scheduling to implement programs for youth, teens and families at the Zanewood Recreation Center in partnership with the Recreation and Parks dept, the city's Workforce development division, school district, community education and partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assess community recreation program needs, research new strategies for meeting those needs and implement programs.

Plan, implement, and supervise programs and community activities and events.

Recruit, train, and supervise department staff to include training and responding to crisis intervention.

Supervise program specialists for K- 5 programs and summer camps.

Supervise teen program specialists and staff to support on site programming that includes direct service, relationship building and behavior management.

Supervise and support Welcome and Registration staff, procedures and practices for the facility and campus.

Determine appropriate programs to enhance department services and make adjustments to existing programs with Program specialists.

Prepare and monitor program budgets and monitors department expenditures of funding and work with Program staff to maintain budget spending.

Provide communications, information, and resources to the community.

Work directly with communication's team to develop marketing materials for program promotion.

Works directly with external organizations and contractors to offer relevant presentations and services to benefit community and residents.

Modifies and grows service offerings through outreach practices with diverse populations.

Work with all Youth Services Division Specialists to deliver a Zanewood Program and service portfolio that meets community needs.

Partner with Intervention and Outreach Specialists and contractors to maintain a positive, safe environment in the Recreation and Teen Center and transform behaviors to positive and productive.

Supervise the planning, directing, and implementation of facility events and activities.

Coordinate facility and maintenance need with Lead Maintenance Worker and Facility Manager and staff.

Identify and solve customer problems, complaints to their satisfaction and within policy guidelines.

Identify risks in advance, analyze them and take steps to reduce liability for city and ensure safety of participants and visitors

Facilitate work group meetings to improve department productivity and efficiency.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related area. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation, parks, or related fields or a combination of the same. Valid driver's license. CPR / AED / First Aid required within six (6) months of hire. Youth Program Quality Assessment (YPQA) required within one (1) year of hire. Trauma Informed Care / ACES training required within one (1) year of hire. Technology of Participation (TOP) Facilitation Training required within two (2) years of hire. Ability to supervise, train, hire, and lead subordinate positions. Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience, and understanding in the course of work duties. Ability to relate to and work with individuals representing a variety of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Ability to solve complex problems requiring analytical thinking abilities. Ability to design departmental budgets. Ability to establish effective working relationships with outside parties. Ability to develop and maintain positive and professional relationships with internal and external customers. Ability to transform negative youth interactions to a positive and effective rec center environment. Read, interpret, and explain local, state and national codes and regulations. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively, both in verbal and written formats. Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Suite and position specific software. Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial, equity, diversity, and inclusion. Ability to research and understand current youth program trends and translate them into the offerings for the local community. Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets / exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction. Three years or more supervisory experience, including recruiting, hiring, training staff and conducting evaluations. Certifications in any of the following : Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP), Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Certificate in festival and events management, CPR / AED / First Aid, Youth Program Quality Assessment (YPQA), Trauma Informed Care / ACES training, Technology of Participation (TOP) Facilitation Training. Previous experience working with diverse populations. Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Lao or Vietnamese language(s). Experience developing and implementing multiple recreation programs.

Working Conditions

Core business hours are set by departments based on operational needs. Alternative schedules can be arranged, but must comply with the City's Alternative Work Arrangement policy. Full-time, exempt, non-union position subject to a flexible schedule that includes a standard eight (8)-hour work day; will include daytime, evening and weekend hours, generally Monday thru Friday, may require work on some select holidays. Prolonged periods of standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting. Office environment; exposure to computer screens; working closely with others, frequent interruptions, and angry public. Exposure to driving on public roads and populated areas. Exposure to the elements. Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 26-60 pounds occasionally. The City has determined that a criminal background check and / or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and / or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Brooklyn Park

Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 6th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Approximately 60 percent of our residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home. Our Vision, Values and Goals