Manager, Parks & Recreation Older Active Adults Center
Blue Springs (MO) Parks & Recreation

The Blue Springs Parks & Recreation Older Active Adults Center is nationally accredited - offering a variety of activities for individuals ages 50 and up. The facility also hosts many Parks & Recreation classes open to all ages and outside community events.

As the manager of the center, you will plan, organize and supervise recreation programs and special events as well as oversee all facets of the administration of Vesper Hall. This position directs all staff members serving the community's active older adult programs and services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. The primary accountability for the position is to lead the daily operations of the Vesper Hall 50+ community center and its various programs.
2. Build and effectively lead a team comprised of both paid and volunteer staff members. This will include leadership tasks such as motivating and providing guidance in accordance with the City employment policies - as well as performing tactical tasks such as managing work schedules and timesheets.
3. Planning, directing and coordinating recreational instructional classes and special events.
4. Collaborating with the Parks leadership team, you will assist in the development of department policies and procedures, including program goals and fees.
5. Accountabilities for tasks related to the preparation and maintenance of division budget, including forecasting and tracking revenue and expenditures, fees, and charges. Oversees the management of grant programs.
6. Oversee and develop contracts with outside vendors, companies, and individuals to perform work at Vesper Hall; following all city contract policies and procedures.
7. Interprets and explains programs and activities to the public in consultation with the City’s Communication Manager; develops and maintains public records and reports relating to division activities.
8. Manage front desk operations including daily cash handling and oversee deposit preparation and reconciliation in compliance with City of Blue Springs protocols.
9. Administers the City’s human resources policies and procedures within the division.

Apply Here: https://city-of-blue-springs.breezy.hr/p/111999f1ccf4-manager-parks-recreation-older-active-adults-center