Job Order Detail

Description

ACCOUNTABILITIES & SUPERVISION
- The Recreation Manager takes direction from and reports directly to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).
- The Recreation Manager collaborates with the Town's Recreation and Cultural Board.
- The Recreation Manager manages and gives direction to the Arena Manager.
- The Recreation Manager manages and gives direction to the Concession
Manager.
- The Recreation Manager manages and gives direction to seasonal, part-time recreation department staff (other than Arena staff).

POSITION SUMMARY
The Recreation Manager is responsible for the operational oversight and management of all Town recreation facilities, parks, and open spaces.

Key areas of responsibility include:
- Management of recreation facilities and related capital projects
- Coordination and support of community user groups and organizations
- Development, promotion, and evaluation of new and existing recreation and cultural programming
- Supervision and leadership of the Parks, Culture, and Recreation Department
- Development, implementation, and monitoring of recreation, culture, and sport policies
- Acting as Facility Manager for designated amenities, including full operational oversight of the Towns Spray Park from start-up to shutdown

In addition to these duties, the Recreation Manager leads the planning, coordination, and promotion of major community events such as Dalmeny Days and the Christmas Carnival.

CREDENTIALS: The Recreation Manager will hold:
- Secondary education diploma (grade 12),
- Post-secondary education or equivalent in-service training and experience in leadership and management, with a focus on Recreation,
- Certification in Local Government Authority (LGA).
- Recreation and Community Development Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience in general office and/or business office administration.
- A clean Criminal Record Check (be bondable).