CITY OF PLANTATION

SUPERINTENDENT OF FACILITIES

 

DEFINITION    

 

This is an exempt position, which is administrative and supervisory work in the development and direction of the City's recreation operations.

 

An employee in this classification is responsible for planning, developing and supervising community recreation programs for seniors, adults and/or youth; including Summer Recreation Program, cultural art, physical activities, special interest classes and special events.  Employees work within departmental policies and procedures; however, exercises independent judgment in the application of specialized knowledge of community recreation programming.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Parks & Recreation Director who reviews work through conferences, reports and observation for attainment of desired objective.

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED    

 

Plans, organizes and directs City-wide recreation programs including; but not limited to summer recreation programs, cultural art, physical activities, special interest classes and special events for all age groups.

 

Supervises recreation and custodial staff in the development and implementation of community recreation programs.

 

Coordinates, schedules and maintains related records and statistics for programs and personnel at recreation facility.

 

Recommend procedures and policies, which will facilitate effective recreation programs.

 

Supervises and oversees the performance of contractors providing recreation instructional services and materials.

 

Participates in the recruitment and selection of full-time, part-time and seasonal staff.

 

Assists in the preparation of Division’s budget requests relative to program needs, monitors revenue expenditures; maintains necessary records and prepares annual and special program reports.

 

Coordinates the Vermont System’s computer program for the entire department, oversees the training schedule.

 

Performs related work as required and as directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS    

 

Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of public recreation.

 

Considerable knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program.

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Considerable knowledge of effective supervisory methods and techniques.

 

Ability to plan and supervise the activities of subordinate personnel in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

 

Ability to compile and maintain accurate records and prepare comprehensive reports.

 

Ability to work with and obtain the cooperation of civic groups and the general community.

 

Ability to understand and carry out instructions to complete work assignments correctly.

 

Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.

 

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with departmental officials, other employees and the general public.

 

Ability to understand and work with complex computer programs, such as the Vermont Systems Rec Trac, Golf Trac and Maintenance Trac programs

 

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING    

 

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation or closely related field.  Experience in recreation program development, including supervisory experience.

 

Prefer Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) with Florida Recreation and Parks Association (FRPA).

 

Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

 

This is a designated “Recovery” classification in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

 

REV: 10/07

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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