Division Head of Aquatics

Posting number: 14370

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Aquatics

Job classification: Division Head

Posting type: Open

Categories: Executive Management, Parks and Recreation, Customer Service, Project Management

Summary

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The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is currently seeking a Division Head of Aquatics that Provides Division leadership, direction, and oversight for staffing, citywide programming, large multipurpose facility operations, planning, development, administration, and evaluation. Division includes but is not limited to aquatics and beaches.

Under limited supervision, this position supervises, plans and directs the activities of a division within an assigned Bureau. Performs administrative duties and assists with coordinating work and developing plans and strategies. Reports to the assigned Bureau Head.

Examples of duties

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Manage staff by scheduling and coordinating work assignments, training, developing, conducting performance evaluations, and providing information as needed.
• Developing policies and procedures to ensure the division’s programs reflect the National Recreation, Parks Association core services areas as well as best use of allocated funds.
• Prepares and administers’ divisions budget; ensure all work conducted within budgetary constraints and according to City policy, codes, and standards of quality.
• Perform administrative duties by approving and signing documents, responding to inquiries, drafting contracts, and composing correspondence.
• Assists with coordinating work and developing plans and strategies by attending meetings with various personnel, contractors, and civic associations.
• Develops annual budget, monitors expenditures, and approves purchases, maintains financial and participant activity reports.
• Conduct research to stay current on programming and operations.
• Conduct ongoing evaluations of programs, services, and employees.

Qualifications

Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation and Leisure Services, Sports Management or related field

2-3 years demonstrated work experience managing teams in one or more areas of expertise.

Supplemental information

Preferred Required License(s) and/or Certification(s):

Required: A valid driver’s license. Current American Red Cross Lifeguard or YMCA training certificate. Current American Red Cross Water Safety and Lifeguard Instructor certificate. Current Pool Operator Certifications.

Preferred: Certified Parks & Recreation Professional, current water fitness instructor and American Red Cross lifeguard management certification.