Center Manager

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Preference will be given to applicants who are current permanent Recreation Supervisors or employees who file and take the Recreation Supervisor Civil Service Examination (Exam No. 5555 or Exam No. 5148). The filing period begins October 9, 2024, and ends October 29, 2024. For details, visit: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov).

The mission of the Recreation Division is to enable all New Yorkers to lead physically active and intellectually stimulating lives through sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, technology, education and the arts. Recreation programs include specialized exercise classes, youth sports, senior activities, summer camps and free afterschool programs. Recreation programming occurs throughout the City in NYC Parks recreation centers, parks and playgrounds.

Major Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the operation and maintenance of a recreation center.
- Develop and administer recreation programs.
- Oversee center inspections, evaluate repair needs and take appropriate action to maintain facility.
- Supervise, evaluate and provide dynamic leadership to a diverse staff.
- Manage the development and implementation of Center’s revenue plan.
- Coordinate membership drives and account for all revenue generated through membership and programs.
- Develop and institute grant-funded programs. Ensure that all center funds are accurately tracked.
- Work closely with all organizations and individuals contracted to provide services to the center; maintain records of services rendered.
- Serve as liaison with community boards, local organizations and schools.
- Provide Borough Chief of Recreation with needs analyses and budget justifications.
- Coordinate center safety protocols; manage the proper deployment and training of all CPR and AED certified staff, as well as the proper maintenance of related safety equipment.
- Conduct weekly staff meetings and seasonal training seminars.

Additional Information:
**Appointees to this position will receive an assignment differential of $1,030 in addition to their base salary.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 682988.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 682988 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: TBD

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.