Job Description

Posting number: 00778

Department: RECREATION CENTERS AND PLAYGROUNDS

Job classification: PROGRAM SUPERVISOR

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Recreation

Summary

20260402073003_We Are Hiring.jpgFrederick County is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Program Supervisor to help develop, coordinate, and oversee enrichment-based recreational programs for the community. This position will specialize in creating engaging recreational opportunities, supporting program growth, and ensuring quality experiences for participants of all ages. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational and leadership skills, a passion for community recreation, and the ability to support a variety of specialized programs.

Examples of duties

As a Program Supervisor, you will:

• Coordinate and administer a major recreational program.
• Develop section objectives in conjunction with the Superintendent of Recreation.
• Develop and supervise specialized recreational programs and activities.
• Research, collect data, and prepare reports on a wide range of recreational and related matters.
• Develop and monitor the section budget.
• Maintain records of section information including pre and post program reports, revenues and expenditures.
• Assist in the training of professional, part-time, and volunteer personnel.
• Assist in the establishment and enforcement of the division’s policies and procedures.
• Interact with the Marketing Manager to plan promotion of section activities and secure donations, sponsorships, etc.
• Interact with the Operations Manager and Park Managers to ensure fields, courts, and shelters are properly prepared for upcoming activities.
• Effectively inform the Superintendent of Recreation of all section activities.
• Oversee and evaluate full-time, part-time, contractual, and volunteer staff; conduct personnel intake procedures and staff orientation.
• Oversee training requirements to ensure employees are trained to perform program-related job duties.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in recreation, sports management, child education, or a related field.
• Three (3) to four (4) years of experience in professional community recreation, enrichment programs, STEM programs, martial arts, theater, dance, preschool programs, or a related field.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Previous experience developing, coordinating, and leading enrichment-based programs and recreational activities is strongly preferred.
• Experience with programs such as STEM, arts and crafts, theater, dance, martial arts, preschool activities, or other educational and recreational programs is highly desirable.

Supplemental information

Physical Demands: Requires walking, talking, writing, typing, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, climbing, balancing, lifting, pushing, pulling, sitting, and gripping. Regularly works with and lifts equipment and materials weighing up to 30 pounds.

Environmental Conditions: Indoor and outdoor work is conducted in variable weather conditions. Exposed to high or low temperatures and wet/humid conditions.

To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs