HomeMy WebLinkAboutRecreation Program Supervisor - Special Events & CommunicationsCITY OF IOWA CITY - Job Description
Job Class #14-02A FLSA Exempt
Civil Service
Identification
Position Title: Recreation Program Supervisor – Special Events & Communications
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Recreation
Supervisor: Recreation Superintendent
Job Summary
Under general direction, performs professional duties which involve creating and managing events to
engage the community. Leading a broad range of Parks and Recreation programs, services, and
facilities for the general public including arts, socialization, science and nature, sports, aquatics,
wellness and special events, including programs for persons with disabilities and youth-at-risk.
Develops strategic communications to enhance department brand and community engagement
through special events and a variety of media.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Develops and sustains community relationships and identifies potential new users to increase
program participation and support.
Develops and implements special events for the Parks & Recreation Department including four or
more large community events per year and several smaller events such as ribbon cuttings, grand
openings and neighborhood gatherings.
Manages and promotes Farmer’s Market.
Coordinates with Recreation staff to create marketing strategies aimed at increasing division
branding, participation of programs and facility use.
Oversees creation of Parks & Recreation activity guides through design, edits and distribution.
Designs and produces informational brochures, press releases and other marketing materials.
Responds to customer concerns.
Manages dissemination of public announcements and promotional activities related to Recreation
programs and facilities.
Updates websites; posts weather cancellations, media releases and headlines.
Verifies program information and uploads to website.
Provides assistance to citizens who have problems with website and online registration.
Recruits, selects, trains and supervises hourly Farmer’s Market staff and special events.
Job Class #14-02A Recreation
Page 2 Updated 10/31/2023
Schedules work activities and approves hire forms and time records.
Evaluates work performance and administers disciplinary actions for hourly staff.
Conducts staff meetings with subordinates.
Manages on site event management for department events.
Interacts and serves as liaison to community organizations, agencies, affiliate groups and special
interest groups.
Prepares and monitors budget.
Recommends and implements goals and objectives and oversees purchase of equipment and
supplies.
Attends selected meetings of the Parks & Recreation Commission to give oral reports.
Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
and community.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job and are
encountered while performing those essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger,
handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to
stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch,
or crawl and taste or smell.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Education, Experience and Certification
Bachelor's degree in recreation administration, leisure studies or therapeutic recreation or equivalent
from an educational institution accredited by a DOE recognized accreditation body required. Must pass
criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience and Certification
Experience in planning and managing special events strongly preferred. Experience in digital
communications preferred.
Job Class #14-02A Recreation
Page 3 Updated 10/31/2023
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles of Parks & Recreation services and delivery models. Knowledge of
community organizations and resources. Skills in the techniques of supervision to plan, assign,
coordinate, direct, and monitor customer service employees. Ability to supervise large numbers of
employees working at multiple sites. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability
to read and interpret reports and journals. Ability to prepare written materials including records, reports
and promotional materials. Ability to operate computer and other office and recreation equipment.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by
individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.