2003/09/10 City Council Resolution (7)RESOLUTION NO. 2003 - 215
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
AUTHORIZING RECLASSIFICATION AND SALARY RANGE FOR THE POSITION
OF RECREATION SERVICES MANAGER
WHEREAS, the City Manager has accomplished a review of the current City
operations; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager as the Personnel Officer for the City
recommends changing the current job description to include new responsibilities of
the position and reclassify the salary range to bring the salary range in line with
comparable positions; and
WHEREAS, said position will be represented by the Rohnert Park
Employees' Association (RPEA); and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Rohnert Park City Council
that said class specifications and salary listed below are approved:
Class Title Range Monthly Salary
Recreation Services Manager 92X $5,898 - $7,169
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED this 10th day of September, 2003.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
Mayor
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MACKENZIE: AYE NORDIN- AYE SPRADLIN: AYE VIDAK- MARTINEZ: AYE FLORES: AYE
AYES: (5) NOES: (0) ABSENT: (0) ABSTAIN: (0)
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RECREATION SERVICES MANAGER
DEFINITION
Organizes, directs, supervises, and coordinates the functions of recreation
programs and facilities; provides training and guidance to recreation program
personnel; monitors departments budget; assists the Assistant City Manager
with a variety of administrative functions; performs other duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Recreation Services Manager class has the overall responsibility for the
development and implantation of recreation programs and facilities.
Incumbents work with a great deal of independence and exercise considerable
independent judgment in the management of programs and facilities. The
breadth of responsibility and complexity of management activities distinguish
this class from the class of Recreation Specialist.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED /EXERCISED
Administrative direction is provided by The Assistant City Manager.
Supervisory responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of 3
recreation specialists, program personnel, support staff and volunteers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and supervises the operations of
assigned recreation programs and facilities; assists in the selection of
recreational staff, assigns, and evaluates the work of personnel involved in the
scheduling and delivery of recreation programs which may include but not
limited to: senior programs, adult and youth sports, leisure programs, aquatic
activities, youth and teen programs, excursions and special events; prepares or
oversees the preparation of program and events announcements, posters, and
publicity brochures; maintains records and prepares reports summarizing
program activities, cost, and program effectiveness; provides information
concerning program content and availability; assesses community leisure and
recreation program needs; supervises or conducts training and information
sessions for employees; oversees the scheduling and operations of City
recreation facilities which may include the sports and fitness center, senior
center, community pools, community center, and Rohnert Park Community
Stadium, and other recreation facilities; ensures compliance with Federal, State,
and local laws and ordinances applicable to public facilities; ensures positive
public relations between staff and the community; work with staff to solve
customer issues and policy questions relative to recreation programs and
facilities and park usage; makes recommendations for the purchase of supplies
and equipment necessary for program activities; assists with the planning and
development of City recreation facilities; administers a variety of service
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contracts, rental and use agreements; recommends fees and rental rates for
programs and facilities; prepare annual budget recommendations for the
Assistant City Manager, meet with staff to propose budget reductions and
revenue enhancements; monitor departments budget, administer budget
controls when necessary, approve expenses daily. Oversees the general
maintenance of facilities and related equipment; supervises training and policy
development to ensure safe work practices; Liaison to CourseCo and Foxtail
Golf Club, attend meetings, coordinate issues with golf club staff on resident
issues concerning construction or improvements details, monitor the city's lease
agreements with CourseCo for the operation of the golf clubs; Develop and
oversee the grant- funded Child Care Enrichment Voucher Program; Community
Garden Liaison, attend meetings, distribution of plots and coordinates
maintenance; performs a variety of administrative assistance functions for the
Assistant City Manager; may serve as a member of the Emergency Operations
Center team.
QUALIFICATIONS
Experience /Education
Sufficient experience and education to successfully perform the duties of the
Recreation Services Manager. A typical way of obtaining the required
qualifications is to possess a Bachelor's Degree in recreation administration or
a closely related field and five years work experience in public recreation
program management planning and development including at least three years
at a management or supervisory level. Advanced education in public recreation
management is desirable.
Knowledge /Skill /Ability
Considerable Knowledge of recreational, park, and facility needs of the local
community; philosophy, principles, and techniques of comprehensive public
recreation programs; laws, ordinances, and regulations pertaining to public
facilities usage and maintenance including swimming pool and sports complex
operations; principles of budgeting and expenditure control, principles and
techniques related to revenue generation; techniques for developing effective
public presentations; principles of public relations; operation of community
based organizations; principles of supervision, training, management, and
public administration; procedures and requirements for the proper reporting of
elder and child abuse; promotional and fund raising materials; mathematics;
first aid techniques; proper English usage, punctuation, and grammar. Ability to
plan, organize, schedule, direct, coordinate, and evaluate varied recreational
program s of the City; provide supervision and training for assigned staff;
formulate, evaluate, and make recommendations on policies and procedures
affecting the provision of recreation programs; evaluate facility development
needs and programs; develop budget proposals and control expenditures;
provide professional advice to the Assistant City Manager, and others regarding
recreation functions and activities; successfully negotiate service, lease, and
usage agreements; oversee the maintenance and development activities of
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recreational facilities, prepare comprehensive and concise reports; make
effective public speaking presentations; effectively represent the recreation
Department to citizens, community groups and other agencies; establish and
maintain cooperative working relationships.
Working Conditions
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting,
turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily
activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and
fine coordination in preparing statistical reports and data, using a computer
keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in
reviewing plans, reading statistical data and using the computer, and hearing is
required when providing phone and counter service. The need to lift, drag, and
push equipment and materials weighing up to and in excess of 25 pounds also
is required. Some activities may involve working outdoors, working under very
noisy conditions, actively participating in teaching sports skills, and requires
dealing with patrons that become aggressive. Incumbents may be exposed to
heavy dust and pollen and pesticides and chemicals used in parks and facilities
maintenance.
LICENSEXERTIFICATE
Possession of a Class C California driver's license by date of appointment.
Possession of a First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate
issued by the American Red Cross or similar organization.
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