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Home My WebLink About1999/05/25 City Council ResolutionRESOLUTION NO. 99-125 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK AUTHORIZING A CERTAIN CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR A CITY POSITION WHEREAS, the City wishes to keep its classification plan current WHEREAS, the City periodically reviews and updates its position classifications WHEREAS, the City Manager has reviewed and determined the said Class Title and Class Specification is updated NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert Park that the attached class specification for Recreation Services Manager is hereby approved. DULY & REGULARLY ADOPTED this 25`h day of May 1999. CITY OF ROHNERT PARK .•. ..I , r , ... i FLORES AYE MACKENZIE AYE SPIRO AYE VIDAK- MARTINEZ AYE REILLY AYE AYES: (5) NOES: (0) ABSENT: (0) ABSTAIN: (0) City of Rohnert Park RECREATION SERVICES MANAGER DEFINITION Organizes, directs, supervises, and coordinates the functions of assigned recreation programs and facilities; provides training and guidance to recreation program personnel; manages the scheduling, operations, and maintenance of recreational facilities; assists the Director of Recreation with a variety of administrative functions; performs other duties as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Recreation Services Manager class has the overall responsibility for the functioning of assigned programs and facilities. Incumbents work with a great deal of independence and exercise considerable independent judgment in the management of programs and facilities. This class is distinguished from the class of Recreation Specialist by the breadth of responsibility and complexity of management activities. SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED Direction is provided by the Director of Recreation. Supervisory responsibilities include direct and indirect supervision of full -time, part-time, contract employees, and volunteers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and supervises the operations of assigned recreation programs and facilities; recruits, assists with the selection, assigns, and evaluates the work of personnel involved in the scheduling and delivery of recreation programs which may include 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, press releases, 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; oversees the purchasing of supplies and equipment necessary for program activities; assists with the planning and development of City recreation facilities; administers a variety of service contracts, rental and use agreements; represents the Department in meetings with community groups and commissions regarding recreational needs and program activities; recommends fees and rental rates for programs and facilities; works with various non -profit groups on cooperative programs and events; assists with the preparation of the Department budget and control of the expenditure of allocated funds; oversees the general maintenance of facilities and related equipment; Page 2 of 3 pages supervises training and policy development to ensure safe work practices; performs a variety of administrative assistance functions for the Director of Recreation; may serve as a member of the Emergency Operations Center team, may act in the capacity of the Director when delegated. 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 from an accredited college or university and two years paid experience in recreation program supervision and facilities management. Knowledge /Skill /Ability Considerable Knowledge of 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; contract negotiations and administration; principles of personnel supervision and training; techniques for evaluating the recreational and leisure service needs of the community; facilities, playground, and water safety, and first aid; techniques for scheduling and managing the delivery of large recreational programs; techniques of facilities inspection and record keeping; procedures and requirements for the proper reporting of elder and child abuse; techniques for the preparation of press releases, promotional and fund raising materials; mathematics; first aid techniques; proper English usage, punctuation, and grammar. Ability to plan, organize, schedule, direct, coordinate, and evaluate assigned recreational program and facilities activities of the City; provide supervision and training to recreation program staff, oversee multiple program and facilities activities; assess community sports, recreation, and leisure service needs and develop programs to meet those needs; assist with the preparation of budget requests and expenditure control; prepare a variety of reports and publicity material; successfully negotiate service, lease, and usage agreements; oversee the maintenance and development activities of recreational facilities; conduct fundraising activities; make effective public speaking presentations; tactfully and courteously deal with community groups, residents, and representatives of other agencies in developing and administering recreational programs; 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 posi- Page 3 of 3 pages tion requires near, far, and color vision in 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. LICENSE /CERTIFICATE 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. 05/25/99