JOB SUMMARY:  This position performs program development and marketing duties in support of the department.

Manages the day to day operations of certain areas of the city’s recreation programs.

Plans, develops, organizes, and supervises a wide range of recreation program activities.

Prepares and coordinates department marketing strategies, including TV ads, newspaper ads, and website updates.

Orders all equipment, products, and supplies pertaining to recreation programs.

Develops and supervises programs for special interest groups.

Coordinates the semi-annual distribution and creation of a department magazine.

Solicits and trains volunteer support for various activities.

Serves on various committees.

Makes presentations to various school groups and civic clubs.

Operates a booth at local festivals to promote department programming.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of municipal recreation programming.

Knowledge of the city’s recreation programs and facilities.

Knowledge of marketing principles and practices.

Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

Skill in the operation of computers and other standard office equipment.

Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.

Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:  The Assistant Director assigns work in terms of very general instructions.  The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES:  Guidelines include department standard operating procedures, and relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations.  These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. 

COMPLEXITY:  The work consists of varied administrative and technical duties.  Overlapping program schedules contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT:  The purpose of this position is to develop and market recreational programming.  Successful performance facilitates the provision of recreation activities and programs to the citizens of the City of Wilson.

PERSONAL CONTACTS:  Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, vendors, and the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS:  Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, provide services, motivate personnel, and negotiate or settle matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, or walking.  The employee occasionally lifts light objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work is typically performed in an office. The employee may be exposed to much noise.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY:  None.

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the work of subordinate positions to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with one to three years experience or service.

Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.