Recreation Supervisor

Department: Parks & Recreation (Leader Position)
Division: Recreation

Reports To: Recreation Superintendent Approved: 12/18/2025 Job Code: PR (4004)

Recreation Supervisor
GR: 106 FLSA: Exempt

RECREATION SUPERVISOR
Parks & Recreation / Recreation

Join the vibrant community of Salina, Kansas as a Recreation Supervisor, where your expertise will play a pivotal role in shaping year-round athletic programs & special events. This position is key to enhancing community engagement through diverse & dynamic activities for all ages, adding significant value to Salina's recreational programming. By leading these efforts, you will contribute to the city's well-being & vitality, fostering a dynamic & inclusive environment.

Enjoy a balanced work-life experience while embarking on a rewarding career with potential for long-term growth.

Recreation Operations Superintendent

Training will be conducted by experienced staff who are adept at nurturing new talent within the Parks & Recreation Department. This collaborative training environment fosters growth, encouraging innovative thinking & leadership development. Our new Recreation Supervisor will be supported in obtaining certifications such as the Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP), enhancing professional credentials. The role's diverse responsibilities provide ongoing opportunities to acquire new skills & cultivate a long-term career path with the City of Salina.

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, promotes, markets, & supervises year-round athletic activities for youth & adults, including instructional programs, special events, athletics, camps, clinics & other leisure programs; may instruct classes, coach teams & lead activities as needed; assists in supervising & aiding with other Parks & Recreation athletic programs.
• Schedules use of, sets up, and/or monitors meeting rooms & facilities for programs, workshops & related activities, coordinates maintenance & upkeep of equipment & facilities.
• Participates in recruitment, hiring, & performance evaluations of part-time & seasonal personnel; plans, coordinates & supervises activities of instructors, leaders, staff & volunteers; evaluates program effectiveness; keeps accurate records of operations.
• Plans & conducts registration for recreation activities; supervises collection of fees & charges for activities.
• Assists the Recreation Superintendent in budget preparation & reviews program expenditures.
• Assists the Recreation Superintendent in Fieldhouse and/or other facility operations.
• Explains & enforces department policies; attends & monitors activities as required.
• Conducts public relations programs to encourage community involvement; serves as liaison with participant groups & organizations.

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration, or related field.
• Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) or related certification preferred, or ability to obtain certification within one (1) year from the start date of employment.

• Three (3) years of programming experience organizing & coordinating recreation programs required.
• One (1) year of administrative and/or supervisory experience preferred.

• Must possess a valid Kansas driver’s license.

• Light, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
• Works inside & outside.

• Calculator, computer, fax machine, printer, recreation equipment, scanner, telephone, two-way radio, & vehicle.

• Works variable schedule, including evenings & weekends as needed.

• $46,/yr.
• $22.20 – 23.31/hr.

• 48 hours of vacation available upon hire; additional 48 hours earned during the year (96 hours in first year).
• 96 hours of sick leave during first year.

We consider applicants for all jobs without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, or familial status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department at .

For needed accommodations, please call  Office or  TDD Number between the hours of 8:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. Every effort will be made to accommodate known disabilities. For material or speech access, please call at least 5 working days prior to the event.

TH 01/01/2026

City of Salina Human Resources Department
City/County Building
300 W. Ash Street, Room 200
Salina, KS 67401