Youth Center Manager bei The City of Coral Gables, FL

About the Department

This position performs a variety of administrative and supervisory work in the selection, planning, staffing, implementation, and supervision of a high quality comprehensive recreation program that exceeds the needs of the community in a multitude of areas including: tennis, aquatics, cultural arts, day camps, center-based, physical activities, and special interest activities for customers engaged in recreation and wellness programs and co-sponsored programs.  Supervises and mentors staff. Ensures the development and delivery of high quality programs, customer safety and service, and the upkeep of the facilities. Exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment under the general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director.  

Position Duties

The following duties are normal for this position.  The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification.  

Supervises daily activities at the Youth Center.  Plans, organizes, schedules, administers, and supervises recreation programs to include classes, seminars, camps, and special events.  Assists in the development and enhancement of programs to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.   

Supervises, trains, mentors, evaluates, and disciplines full-time and part-time Youth Center employees.  Oversees the selection, positive motivation, and supervision of volunteer employees.  Conducts employment interviews and makes hiring recommendations.   

Oversees contract agreements of Youth Center program contractors and serves as contract administrator; oversees contractors’ programs and activities. 

Assists in the creation and promotion of print material and advertising for distribution at local schools, businesses, and community organizations.  Makes engaging oral presentations to the public. 

Responds to public inquiries and customer concerns regarding recreation programs in a timely, professional, and customer-friendly manner.  Explains and enforces program rules and regulations.  Troubleshoots and resolves problems.  Fosters open communication with customers including meeting regularly with parent groups and recreational organizations.  Ensures the highest level of responsiveness to customer concerns and solicits ongoing customer feedback.  Participates on various boards and committees.  

Assists in the development and enforcement of policies and procedures.  Prepares procedural manuals for employees, Youth Center members, and users of the facility. 

Performs various administrative duties.  Prepares or supervises reports; maintains records.  Assists in budget preparation.  Makes purchasing recommendations.  Orders supplies and equipment for recreation programs. Prepares requisitions, invoices, purchase orders, payment reconciliations, and other financial work as needed. 

Supervises and oversees the maintenance of the Youth Center facilities and grounds.  Ensures that the maintenance of the Youth Center facility is of the highest standard in terms of cleanliness. Oversees the inspection and preventative maintenance of Youth Center facilities and equipment to ensure safe operations and maintain inventory. 

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Leisure Service, Education, Physical Education, or related field is required.  

Four years of experience administering and supervising recreation programs and facilities.  

CPRP (Certified Parks and Recreation Professional) is preferred.  

Must have, or obtain, within six (6) months of hire CPR/First Aid/Defibrillator AED certification.  

Valid Florida Driver's License.

A comparable amount of training or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Other Qualifications

The City of Coral Gables is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.