RECREATION SUPERVISOR
City of Salina, Kansas
Parks & Recreation Department
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The Recreation Supervisor plays a vital role in creating engaging & memorable recreation experiences for Salina residents of all ages. This long-term municipal career opportunity leads year-round aquatic programming, Kenwood Cove operations, special events, & a dedicated team of seasonal & part-time staff. With meaningful public service work, opportunities to shape inclusive programs, & a schedule designed to support work-life balance while meeting occasional evening & weekend program needs, this position offers a rewarding path for an energetic recreation professional committed to making a lasting local impact.
Career Advancement: Recreation Operations Superintendent, Recreation Superintendent
On-the-Job Training: Experienced Parks & Recreation staff provide structured, hands-on training to help the Recreation Supervisor become familiar with City operations, aquatic facility procedures, program standards, & community expectations. The position offers meaningful opportunities to build leadership, administrative, & recreation-management skills through day-to-day collaboration & professional development. Support is available as the employee pursues relevant credentials, such as Certified Parks & Recreation Professional or Aquatic Facility Operator certification. This collaborative learning environment helps build a foundation for a successful, long-term career serving the Salina community.
Duties:
· Plans, organizes, coordinates, promotes, markets, & supervises year-round aquatic & special event activities for youth & adults. Additional activities may include instructional programs, athletics, camps, clinics & other leisure programs; may instruct classes & lead activities as needed.
· Schedules use of, sets up, and/or monitors meeting rooms & facilities for programs, workshops & related activities; coordinates maintenance & upkeep of equipment & facilities.
· Participates in recruitment, hiring, & performance evaluations of part-time & seasonal personnel; plans, coordinates & supervises activities of lifeguards, instructors, leaders, staff & volunteers; evaluates program effectiveness; keeps accurate records of operations.
· Plans & conducts registration for recreation activities; supervises collection of fees & charges for activities.
· Assists the Recreation Superintendent in budget preparation & reviews program expenditures.
· Assists the Recreation Superintendent in Fieldhouse and/or other facility operations.
· Explains & enforces department policies; attends & monitors activities as required.
· Conducts public relations programs to encourage community involvement; serves as liaison with participant groups & organizations.
· Must be able to work varied hours, including evenings & weekends as needed, for successful program oversight.
· Supervises a group of workers including full-time, part-time & seasonal in various program areas. May supervise volunteers as needed.
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration or a related field.
· Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP), Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or related certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification within one (1) year from the start date of employment.
Experience:
· Three (3) years of programming experience organizing & coordinating recreation programs required.
· One (1) year of administrative and/or lead supervisory experience preferred.
Requirements:
· Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.
Work Type:
· Light, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
· Works inside & outside.
Equipment:
· Calculator, computer, fax machine, printer, recreation equipment, scanner, telephone, two-way radio, & vehicle.
Hours:
· Monday – Friday.
· 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
· Schedule varies to manage programs.
· Attends after-hours meetings.
Starting Pay DOQ EOE:
· $46,176-48,485/yr.
· $22.20 – 23.31/yr.
Paid Time Off:
· 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
· 96 hours of sick leave during first year.
Benefits Summary
Position Description
Application Deadline:
Until filled
Apply Directly with the City of Salina
Apply: jobs.salina-ks.gov
Important: Job seekers must complete an application for employment directly with the City of Salina to be considered.
Contact Information:
City of Salina
Human Resources Department
Office: 785-833-8018
Email: human.resources@salina.org
Website: salina-ks.gov
The City of Salina is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace.
