RATE OF PAY $38.00-$46.50 PER HOUR (D.O.E.)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Recreation Programs Supervisor, coordinates, implements, and supervises various youth and adult recreation programs, classes, facilities, and events that exceed the expectations of the community. Performs a variety of organizational and administrative duties in the day-to-day operations of the Park City Recreation Programs and facilities.
This specific position will have a primary role serving as the department’s year-round Aquatics Director, while supplementing off seasons with additional recreation program management.
This position is responsible for all programming and supervision of the pool and its operations.
TYPICAL DUTIES:
- Attends meetings with administration to coordinate program information and to discuss policies and operational challenges.
- Works closely with other Recreation Program Supervisors to research, create, and implement new activities not currently offered; participates in recreation activities to assist and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Organizes participants and teams for adult and youth sports tournaments, leagues, and clinics; issues equipment; officiates or arranges for officials at athletic contests; sets and enforces rules of play and maintains good sportsmanship among participants, volunteer coaches and parents/spectators; coordinates rosters, facility reservations, and scheduling of games and tournaments; ensures a safe, clean, well-ordered environment for all programs and activities.
- Recruits, hires, trains, motivates, schedules, and manages part-time site supervisors, officials, instructors, and volunteers in their duties; administers ADP timekeeping for direct reports.
- Advertises programs according to department policies; communicates necessary program details with front desk, tennis, fitness, and aquatics staff; coordinates with other City departments and divisions; assists other recreation staff in programs, activities, and special events as needed.
- Responsible for safe transportation of program participants in City vehicles.
- Solicits donations for tournaments and events.
- Researches, makes recommendations, and arranges for purchase of necessary equipment and supplies; operates programs in a fiscally responsible manner.
- Oversees facility utilization for events, leagues, and classes within the Recreation Center.
- Expertly utilizes current scheduling and registration software systems for programming implementation.
- Coordinate and implement strategies to enhance year-round aquatics programming, including swim lessons, lap swimming, and special events.
- Support the development and management of the seasonal Aquatics leadership team during the summer months, ensuring continued operation of the lap pool season throughout the winter.
- Assist with administrative tasks, including program registration, budgeting, inventory management, and reporting.
- Serve as on-call supervisor during aquatic program hours, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- All other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in a recreation field -OR- 2 years of experience in recreation and facility operations.
- Physical ability to oversee recreation programs and to provide instructor coverage when necessary.
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certifications or ability to attain.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Lifeguard Certification.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) through the National Recreation and Parks Association, or ability to attain.
- Current Certified Youth Sports Administrator credential through the National Alliance for Youth Sports or ability to attain.
- 1 year of experience in a supervisory role.
- Current Certified Pool Operator.
- Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of equipment for program use.
- Work is performed in an office and outdoor settings, in all weather conditions including extreme temperatures; general level of physical fitness is required to assist in all aspects of facility operations and to oversee recreation programs and to provide instructor coverage when necessary.
- Occasional exposure to stressful situations while working with stakeholders, governing organizations, and community members.
- Possible exposure to chemicals used for pool maintenance.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low.
- May require small amounts of travel to and from meetings, trainings, and conferences.
- Non-traditional working hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a recreation field
- 2 years of experience in recreation and facility operations
- Physical ability to oversee programs and provide instructor coverage
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification or ability to attain
- Valid state driver's license
- Lifeguard Certification
- Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) or ability to attain
- Certified Youth Sports Administrator credential or ability to attain
- 1 year of supervisory experience
- Certified Pool Operator
- Lifeguard Instructor Trainer Certification
What We Do
The City of Park City is the municipal government for Park City, Utah, located in Summit County. It is responsible for providing and managing essential public services for the community, including public safety, urban planning, engineering, transit, and infrastructure maintenance, serving both the local residents and the area's significant tourism population.

