Superintendent of Recreation

Salary : $72,380.00 – $90,470.00 Annually

Location : Bloomington, IL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 00492

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Parks Administration

Opening Date: 09/20/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Exempt

Hours/Shift: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Description
The Superintendent of Recreation position is an integral part of the Parks & Recreation team that leads & supports the ongoing operation of the Recreation Division. This position directly supervises and manages three (3) Recreation Program Managers, two (2) S.O.A.R. (Special Opportunities Available in Recreation) Program Managers, and three (3) Ice Center Managers, who together oversee Seasonal employees, facilities, and programs.

The Recreation Division of Bloomington Parks & Recreation includes programs for all age groups in general recreation programs, special events, therapeutic recreation, ice center, and aquatics. The Superintendent of Recreation is responsible for providing excellent customer service to the public, inter-departmentally, and internally to City employees related to the functions of this position.

Works with the Assistant Director and Director in the planning, organizing, managing, and development of all division goals and operations.
Examples of Duties
This list may not include all tasks and/or knowledge which may be expected of the employee, nor does it cover all specific duties which may be required. Other duties may be assigned.

• Leads and manages recreational programming over areas including but not limited to; Sports, Fitness, Hockey, Figure Skating, Youth, Family, Adult Trips, Seniors, Aquatics, Therapeutic Recreation, Inclusion, and Department and City-Wide Special Events.
• Performs recreation programming, evaluates and analyzes program data from all budgetary and attendance standpoints, and advises program improvements. Tracks trends in the industry, marketplace, fee structures, and public requests for new ideas and future opportunities for programming and marketing.
• Communicates and coordinates with other members of the Parks & Recreation team to develop long and short-term objectives. Provides input for smooth and effective operations department-wide.
• Advocates explains and promotes Parks & Recreation programs to the public. Responds to requests for information from the public, employees, divisions, departments, and external organizations as appropriate. Responds to, documents, and resolves complaints for Recreation Division from the public.
• Manages the day-to-day operation of the Recreation Division to ensure that the public receives quality programs and services delivered effectively and efficiently. Coordinates on-site and operations of special events. Supervises, leads and mentors the Ice Center Managers, SOAR Managers, and Recreation Managers.
• Is responsible for the safety of employees, volunteers and the public. Ensures that employees are properly trained and are adhering to safety policies and procedures. Assists in review of safety protocols to ensure adequacy and completeness. Verifies that safe work practices are employed, and that parks and facilities are designed and maintained to proper safety standards for programs.
• Prepares and monitors budgetary projections for Recreation Division programs and facilities with Department staff. Is responsible for budget management and expenditure oversight.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include; assisting in interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work of full-time Recreation and S.O.A.R. Program Managers and Ice Center Managers, who supervise seasonal staff; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; assessing complaints and resolving problems, all subject to the review of the Assistant Director and Director.

Is responsible for facilities oversight for the Lincoln Leisure Center, Holiday Pool, O’Neil Aquatic Center (opening in 2024) and the Bloomington Ice Center with assistance from Park Maintenance.
Typical Qualifications
General Skill Levels

Knowledge of:

• Current park/recreation management, planning, program development and marketing theory and practice.
• Safe work practices as related to the duties of the position.
• Customer focused approaches as related to the duties of the position.
• Principles of leadership, supervision, training, mentoring and coaching.
• Computer spreadsheet, word processing, email and internet programs related to performing the essential functions of the job.
• Report preparation methods and techniques. Basic mathematics including simple descriptive statics such as percentages.
• Developing and managing within a budget.
• Various city, state and federal codes and requirements for proper completion of work.

Skills in:

• Communicating clearly, effectively and professionally both orally and in writing.
• Developing and setting goals in conjunction with others. Working effectively with others including employees, unions, the public and elected officials to achieve common goals.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with minimum direction.
• Leading, supervising, directing, coaching, mentoring and training direct reports.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Analyzing operational situations and implementing improvements and solutions to problems.

Ability to:

• Identify safe and unsafe work processes and environments. Communicate and train employees on work and public safety as related to this position and enforce safety regulations.
• Coach, train and mentor employees to develop a positive and productive work environment.
• Respectfully discipline employees to correct negative behaviors when needed.
• Organize and plan work and work assignments based on changing needs.
• Communicate effectively and professionally verbally and in writing.
• Develop and manage budgets.
• Identify and take appropriate corrective action when standards have not been met.
• Establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with direct reports, other team members, other departments, elected official(s), the public, and other stakeholders.
• Anticipate personnel, equipment and material requirements related to department needs.
• Make responsible decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Analyze and evaluate existing recreational programming from budgetary and attendance standpoints, design and develop successful recreation programs including instruction and special events.
• Use the computer spreadsheets, word processing, email programs and the telephone and other office equipment related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
• Compile and understand reports which use basic mathematics including simple descriptive statistics such as percentages.
• Attend evening meetings. Travel throughout the City to the various Recreation program locations and facilities. Travel occasionally to attend state, regional or national meetings.
• Drive a 15-passenger mini-bus or regular size mini-van for programs and events

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with coursework in Park and Recreation Management, or Recreation, Sport and Tourism preferred
• 5 years’ supervisory experience with progressive responsibilities
• Aquatic Facility Management and Ice Center Management experience preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted

Certificates and Licenses:

• Driver’s License
• CPRP (Certified Park & Recreation Professional) or ability to obtain
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator) or ability to obtain

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work is performed in an office setting and at various facilities and outdoors locations. Requires traveling between worksites in town and occasional travel to other locations for meetings. Evening meeting and weekend program attendance is required, and work may involve responses to emergency situations. The physical demands on this position may include traversing outdoor parks with uneven terrain. Physical activity is generally of an oversight nature. Some oversight activities may take place in dusty, moist or humid conditions and in a wide range of outdoor temperatures.

Our employees are our greatest asset and reason for our success. As a full-time Classified/non-union employee, you will receive a Total Compensation package including healthcare/wellness benefits, paid time off (PTO), insurance and retirement. Details below:

Healthcare/Wellness

• Medical – choice between a lower deductible PPO, an HSA-compatible PPO, and an HMO
  • All plans administered by BCBS
  • 75% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s). Working spouse exclusion applies, however, to the Medical Plan
• Dental – PPO
  • Administered by BCBS
  • 50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)
• Vision – PPO
  • Administered by VSP
  • 50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Extensive Wellness program, including an annual Health Club Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – for assistance with work, health & life topics such as overall wellbeing, relationship management, workplace challenges, addiction, child/elder care resources, legal advice, financial guidance, nutrition & physical health

Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 2 weeks’ vacation, provided on your start date
  • 3 weeks at 5 years of service
  • 4 weeks at 11 years of service
  • 5 weeks at 20 years of service
• 11.5 paid holidays each year
  • New Year’s Day
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • Good Friday
  • Memorial Day
  • 4th of July
  • Labor Day
  • Veterans Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Day After Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
  • New Year’s Eve (1/2 day)
• 2 personal days provided each year
• Opportunity to earn a Wellness Day each year
• 1 sick day earned each month, up to a maximum bank of 60 days

Insurance

• $50,000 Employer-provided benefit
• Voluntary Life Insurance buy-up

Retirement

• Automatic enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension – benefit details can be found
• Voluntary retirement options available:
  • 457 Account (similar to a 401k)
  • Roth IRA
  • Additional Voluntary After-Tax Contribution (VAC) plan via IMRF

01

How many years of Supervisory experience do you have?

• <1 year
• 1-2 years
• 2-5 years
• 5-8 years
• 8 or more years

02

Do you have any aquatics operation experience?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you currently have one of the following:

• CPRP (Certified Park & Recreation Professional)
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator)
• None

Required Question