Assistant Leisure Services Director; Programs & Athletics

This position is responsible for directing assigned department operations for leisure services facilities and programming.

• Directs the operations of assigned department recreation centers.
• Directs the operations of assigned recreation programs, including community and special events.
• Directs the operations of the Athletic Division, including athletic programs and events; writes and reviews tournament bids; coordinates with Visit Dothan for events and hotel services.
• Coordinates and serves as tournament director for Hoops Classic, Dothan Diamond Classic, and other assigned tournaments.
• Oversees the department’s Athletics, Senior, Therapeutic, After school, and Summer Camp programming, including USDA nutrition programs for seniors, homebound meal delivery, summer feeding program, and transportation.
• Works with civic clubs and other community groups to manage funding relationships and sponsor ships for events, programs, and facilities.
• Writes public and private grants for funding programs, events, and athletics.
• Develops equipment specifications; prepares bid packages.
• Prepares a variety of regular and special reports.
• Hires, trains, assigns, directs, supervises, evaluates, and disciplines personnel.
• Attends and assists with programs and events as needed.
• Coordinates with Fire, Police, and Performing Arts departments on matters related to special events and programs.
• Oversees the archery program and tournaments.
• Manages and schedules the Mobile Stage for public rental.
• Represents the department and its facilities, services, and events to the news media.
• Plans for future needs and facilities in conjunction with other staff.
• Performs the duties of the Director in his or her absence as assigned.
• Performs related duties.

• Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods used in parks and recreation administration, and the management of programs, athletics, and activities.
• Knowledge of city and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of event management principles.
• Knowledge of budget management principles.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Knowledge of grant management principles.
• Knowledge of personnel management principles.
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and equipment.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in problem solving and decision making.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The Director of Leisure Services assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conferences, reports, and observation of department activities.

Guidelines include safety guidelines, building codes, Health Department regulations, grant requirements, ADA requirements, sports sanctioning body rules, local sports guidelines, the Consumer Product Safety Handbook for Playgrounds, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

• The work consists of varied management and supervisory duties. Changing priorities contribute to the complexity of work.
• The purpose of this position is to direct parks and recreation programs, events, and athletic operations. Successful performance ensures the efficient and effective delivery of leisure services to city residents and visitors.

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, contractors, vendors, elected and appointed officials, community groups, business owners, representatives of Dothan City Schools, and the public.
• Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate people, negotiate matters, resolve problems, and…