Senior Center Manager

Position Summary
Supervise, plan and coordinate assigned center's activities and operations of a Senior Center within the Department of Senior Affairs; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public and provide highly responsible and complex staff assistance to the Assistant Director, Department of Senior Affairs.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Description s are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Coordinate the organization, staffing and operational activities for assigned senior center services including health activities, educational classes, recreational activities and meal services.
• Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
• Direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned senior center services; assign work activities and projects; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Select, train, motivate and evaluate assigned senior center personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline and termination procedures.
• Oversee the recruitment, utilization and scheduling of volunteers; assist in the development of formal volunteer recognition; provide guidance, training and technical assistance to volunteers.
• Develop survey instruments and conduct surveys of program participants to determine participant needs; interpret and record survey results; implement program plans to address identified needs.
• Participate in the development and administration of assigned budget; forecast funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; recommend adjustments as necessary; oversee the collection and depositing of revenues in accordance with City policies.
• Provide staff assistance to upper-level management staff; participate on a variety of committees; prepare and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Develop and monitor a variety of special programs, activities and events to target and accommodate a diverse participant population.
• Coordinate senior center activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.

• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of social service.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information regarding various programs for older adults.
• Maintain a mandatory 24-hour, seven day a week on call status for facility emergencies including water damage, vandalism or burglary.
• Maintain and monitor the inventory, maintenance and security of assigned facility; coordinate maintenance and repairs; monitor the alarm system equipment and repairs.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in…