Job Description

Posting number: 13756

Department: PGC Parks and Recreation

Division: Aquatics and Athletic Fac Div

Job classification: Recreation/Park Facility Manager I

Posting type: Open

Categories: Facility Management, Parks and Recreation, Athletics & Fitness

Summary

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency providing land use planning; stewardship of natural, cultural, and historic resources; and delivery of recreation programs to the communities it serves. M-NCPPC operates in the Montgomery and Prince George's County Regions. Additional information on the agency can be found on www.mncppc.org.

The Aquatics & Athletic Facilities Division is seeking a Fitness Center Assistant Manager for the Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex (Sportsplex). This position requires performing a wide variety of professional recreation work to assist in managing a multi-use venue. The successful candidate will participate in program planning, facility/venue management and general administration. This position will be responsible for performing day-to-day facility/venue operational duties such as marketing programs, monitoring budgets, supervising activities/events and maintaining the facility/venue.

The M-NCPPC offers a competitive salary range of $57,747 to $102,275 at the Fitness Center Assistant Manager level with an excellent benefits package including generous leave, extensive health coverage, deferred compensation plan, employer's retirement plan, and work-life programs. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The Commission is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups, women, and persons with disabilities.

The hiring range for this position will be $57,747 to midpoint of the advertised salary range and will be based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Examples of duties

• Assist with hiring, supervision & evaluation of Fitness Center staff to include: Group Exercise Instructors & Personal Trainers, Floor and Customer Service staff.
• Provide training opportunities for Fitness Center staff.
• Assist with accurately processing, monitoring and maintaining Fitness Center Staff timekeeping processes, evaluations, and certifications.
• Inventory and distribution of Fitness Center Staff uniforms.
• Oversee and monitor Fitness Center Customer Service Desk Staff in the collection of money, selling of memberships and greeting of members and patrons.
• Oversee and monitor Fitness Center Group Fitness Instructors in the scheduling, promotion, and development of enriching classes.
• Develop & coordinate various events to promote Fitness Center memberships, fitness camps, group exercise & personal training programs, including women’s, youth & senior specific programs.
• Prepare and monitor monthly statistics, maintenance and purchasing logs.
• Assist in the oversite of the Fitness Center budget and monitoring of expenses and revenues.
• Work with the Customer Service Manager & Finance Manager on the daily collection of Fitness Center funds through Parks Direct (RecTrac) and fixed assets tracking.
• Initiate various purchases for the Fitness Center while adhering to Commission Procurement procedures.
• Prepare correspondence in a timely manner for the Fitness Center Manager, General Manager and Division Chief, as required.
• Respond effectively to inquiries, concerns, and complaints from the public.
• Assist Sportsplex Operations Team and Facility Services Division with operational needs and keep all equipment and venues in operating, safe and top condition.
• Assist with coordinating marketing, special events & customer service needs with appropriate staff of Sportsplex.
• Responsible for the inventory of equipment, supplies and materials for the Fitness Center.
• Responsible for the periodic inspection of equipment and materials for safety.
• Periodically serve as Manager on Duty at Sportsplex.
• Serve on various Divisional and Department-Wide committee assignments.
• On call, as Fitness Center is operational 100 hours/week.

Working Characteristics:

• Team Player
• Strong communication skills
• Strong management/supervisory skills
• Organized and strong ability to meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to frequent change

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Facility Management, Education, Business Administration, Physical Education, Communication, Leisure Services, or any related field.
2. One (1) year of responsible professional experience working in a facility related to parks, recreation, leisure services, or area of required specialty (e.g., arts, performing arts, tennis, aquatics, ice rinks).
3. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, which together total five (5) years.
4. Valid driver’s license in accordance with both State and Commission rules and regulations. Driver's license must be unencumbered by restrictions, revocations, suspensions or points that could limit the employee's ability to drive Commission vehicles or perform driving duties required of the position.
5. Contingent upon area of assignment, some positions in this class may require valid: (a) operating license (e.g., county pool operator, childcare license) as appropriate; (b) First Aid, CPR, and automated external defibrillator (AED) certifications; or (c) certifications as related to assignment (e.g., Lifeguard Instruction, Fundamentals of Gymnastics).
6. Pass Commission medical exam.

Supplemental information

Class/Specification: Recreation/Park Facility Manager I

May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.

Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)

M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.