Recreation Manager-Dance & Theatre

• Location 200 Lindsey Ln,Bolingbrook, IL, 60440,United States
• Base Pay $56,575.00 - $63,647.00 / Year
• Job Category FT
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others Yes

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Under the direction of the Superintendent of Recreation-Facilities & Programs, this position is primarily responsible for the planning, promotion, implementation, supervision and evaluation of dance and theatre programs/special events and assigned recreation programs; including the managing of the dance program events, concerts, competitions, conventions, and performances.

• Two weeks accruable vacation
• Sick accrual first year and bank of time in the following years
• 10 holiday and 1 Floating holiday per year apply based on when you start
• Health insurance from 5-15% of park district premium
• Dental and Vision at 15% of park district premium
• Life insurance coverage paid by the district
• IMRF-Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
• Employee Assistance Program-EAP
• Complimentary memberships to Lifestyles Health Club & Pelican Harbor Aquatics Park
• 50% off programs for employee and family members in your household

• Additional life insurance for employee, and also for spouse and/or children
• NCPERS Term Life Insurance
• Cafeteria plan for medical and dependent care reimbursements
• Deferred Compensation Plan 457
• AFLAC Supplemental insurance
• Met Life Legal Benefits

• Bachelor's degree in recreation and parks administration or related field from an accredited college or university
• Three years’ experience as a recreation supervisor/manager with emphasis on dance
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional preferred
• Certification in first aid and CPR or acquire within 6 months of hire
• Valid driver's license and use of a car

• Knowledge of dance and theatre skills and techniques
• Thorough knowledge of program management and special event administration with the ability to effectively communicate these practices to others.
• Strong management base and customer service skills
• Attention to detail, problem solving expertise and the ability to articulate well in both verbal and written form.
• Ability to recognize safety concerns and provide a safe environment
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to establish rapport by using tact and discretion with customers, staff, competitive dance teams, parents, local organizations and community representatives
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite of programs
• Basic knowledge of marketing and labor law
• Knowledge of Vermont Systems (VSI) recreation software, preferred

• Recruit, hire, train, evaluate and discipline staff and instructors for assigned programs and responsibilities creating an environment for success.
• Responsible for staff scheduling and bi-weekly payroll processing.
• Provide a program of continuous in-service training for all assigned staff.
• Foster an environment of positivity and teamwork amongst participants and staff.
• Responsible for updating dance curriculum and performing evaluations for classes and recitals.
• Review, analyze, and prepare the dance, theatre and other assigned program budgets.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly reports and KPIs for dance and other assigned programs.
• Purchase materials for assigned programs.
• Provide information for monthly Customer Care Newsletter.
• Plan, implement, lead and evaluate annual dance concerts, competitions, conventions, and performances.
• Plan, implement, lead and evaluate theatre programs and performances.
• Assist crews with creating props and sets for performances.
• Prepare, manage and communicate monthly payment plans for all assigned programs; submitting monthly trial balances for those programs.
• Create seasonal program plans through the evaluation of community/customer need. Solidify program plans through the development of season brochure, facility reservation process, activity/brochure, proofing cycles and communicating all program plan information, updates and status changes to appropriate staff.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Department to promote programs and events through various marketing tools and…