RECREATION DIRECTOR

Starting Salary $95,875

Full Time Position with Excellent Benefits Package

Provisional Appointment Pending Civil Service Exam

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

This work involves responsibility for planning, coordinating, directing and supervising recreational programs using City owned recreational facilities or recreation activities sponsored by the City. The Director is responsible for organizing and directing any and all volunteer recreation leaders and temporary employees working in specific recreation activities and events in the City. Work is performed in accordance with general policies, principles and objectives outlined by the City Manager with leeway permitted for the exercise of independent judgment in planning and carrying out the details of the work. General supervision is exercised over recreation employees. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Plans and promotes the organization of recreational activities in order to secure maximum use of available City-owned and operated recreational facilities; Supervises the organization and scheduling of team events such as baseball, softball, tennis, and other team sport events; Supervises and directs the use of recreational facilities provided for individual athletic activities such as swimming pool, tennis courts, and other available facilities; Recruits and organizes volunteer recreation leaders to assist in the operation of all recreation activities; Supervises seasonal employees conducting specialized activities in recreation programs; Requests specific maintenance by the Department of Public Works to fix ball fields, tennis courts, water areas, picnic areas, playgrounds, and other recreational areas; Requisitions materials and supplies; receives and stores the same; Supervises the recreational program for the elderly, and related budget; Assumes responsibility for and distributes equipment and. supplies; Assumes responsibility for departmental budget; Keeps records and makes reports on finances, recreation activities, facilities, etc.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to promote, plan, organize and carry out recreational activities; Ability to plan and supervise the work of others; Good knowledge of all recreational programs involving both team and individual recreational activities; Ability to give and follow oral and written communications; Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with employees, administrators and the general public; Sound judgment; dependability and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Education or related field, and One year of full time paid experience or part-time/volunteer equivalent supervision of a recreation, physical education or related program; or

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate's Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Education or related field, and two years of full time paid experience or part-time/volunteer equivalent supervision of a recreation, physical education or related program.

The selected candidate must establish City residency within 90 days of permanent appointment.

How to Apply:

• In person submission of application, resume and diploma by appointment only
  
• On-line submission of application, resume and diploma at:

Deadline to apply: October 16, 2026

Please be aware you will receive a Signature Confirmation from to the email address you provide, which confirms the successful submission of your application. If you do not see this email in your inbox, please be sure to check your Spam/Junk folder.

Issue Date: September 18, 2026