Recreation Director

Job Description

The Director of Recreation performs management and administrative work developing, directing and overseeing the town’s Recreation Department under the day to day supervision of the Town Administrator within the scope of the general policy and direction established by the Recreation Commission. The Director of Recreation is responsible for evaluating the needs of visitors and residents and planning, designing and organizing a comprehensive program of athletics and recreational activities and programs for residents and visitors to the town, such policies and programs shall be designed to meet the recreational needs of children, youth, adults and senior citizens. All employees of the Department report to the Director either directly or indirectly through their supervisors.

Evaluates the recreational needs of visitors and residents and plans, designs and administers a comprehensive town program of recreation including but not limited to programs at parks, athletic fields and beaches; schedules activities and ensures that programs are effectively administered; conducts on-site visits to program sites to oversee activities.

Prepares and manages Recreation department’s annual budget. Maintains a system with accountability for the security of receipts and timely deposit of such.

Procures needed equipment and ensures that it is safely accounted for and stored.

Trains staff; recruits, interviews and selects seasonal and volunteer staff members; trains and supervises seasonal personnel; responsible for staffing and management of seasonal beach operations; assists the Recreation Commission with budget preparation; oversees expenditures.

Prepares program announcements, publicizes programs; seeks community support for programs; and responds to inquiries from the general public.

Provides advice and assistance in the maintenance and up-keep of recreational areas.

Performs similar or related work as required, or as situation dictates