Recreation Complex Manager 1

Minimum Qualifications

Six years of experience, including 1 year of supervisory experience, directing an athletic, sports or recreation facility or program.

OR a bachelor’s degree in any field and two years of the general experience, including one year of supervisory experience.
Substitution- A master’s degree in park administration, recreation, physical education, fine arts, or a closely related field may substitute for one year of the required experience.

*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Duties Description

Under the supervision of higher-level managers and the park administrative team, the Recreation Complex Manager 1 supervises programs and operations within Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park in the Aquatics Complex. The incumbent performs the following duties:
• Supervises the staff assigned to the Aquatics Complex; coordinates, implements, evaluates, and supervises aquatics programming, water safety programming, and pool operations at Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park.
• Works closely with Aquatics Management to develop lifeguards and coordinate the State lifeguard exam.
• Coordinates and/or teaches learn-to-swim programs.
• Supervises and assigns seasonal lifeguards, Water Safety and Instruction Assistants, and lower-level Water Safety and Instruction Supervisors.
• Schedules water safety staff coverage and complex coverage, as needed, and assists with staff recruitment and testing programs.
• Presents and coordinates in-service training for all staff.
• Reviews and ensures staff familiarity with all agency and facility safety policies and procedures regarding pool operations.
• Performs facility inspections of Aquatics Complex including staff and public use areas for cleanliness and safety.
• Supervises physical training and conditioning activities of water safety staff.
• Performs equipment inventories and tracking to ensure daily operational needs are met.
• Provides recommendations for equipment needs.
• Protects swimming areas.
• Conducts pool water tests for turbidity, residual chlorine, and PH levels.
• Performs administrative duties as assigned for overall operational support, such as preparing and checking sign-in sheets and seasonal payroll.
• Prepares written reports, as needed.
• Develops a preventative maintenance program for the complex; documents and coordinates the repair of complex systems, structures, and fixed equipment within the complex.
• May also serve as shift supervisor in another complex, as needed, supervising programs and operations.
• Works closely with volunteers, the community, and vendors to ensure NYS Parks’ mission is always met.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• This position is 40 hours per week. Evening, weekend, and holiday work is required as operational needs arise.
• Must be well organized and possess excellent communication skills.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Microsoft Outlook).
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.
• May be required to report to other facilities throughout the New York City region on an as-needed basis.

DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
• Paid Time Off:
o PEF: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
o PEF: Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development.
• Health Care Benefits:
o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
o New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
o NYS Deferred Compensation
o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
o Paid Parental / Family Leave

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Closing Date/Time: 11/08/24

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• New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation

• 518-474-0453

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