04/22/2024
Job Summary
Under limited supervision, participates in the development and implementation of recreational programs to support the positive public image of Oakland County Parks and Recreation. Accounts for fees received, maintains records and provides input and recommendations to the supervisor regarding budget proposals and expenditures. May coordinate work schedules for part time staff. Provides input on hiring, training, and performance management of part time staff. May assist in inspecting and providing input to higher level park staff regarding the maintenance, improvement and repair of buildings, grounds and equipment, and other park facilities. Assists with Emergency Response efforts by supporting training, education of employees and overseeing implementation of plans efforts in emergency situations. Oversees recreational program activities and special events dealing with general park visitors, citizen volunteers, or special events for all groups. Provides leadership to part-time staff and volunteers during programs and/or special events at park facilities, programs and special events throughout Oakland County. Evaluates the results of recreational programs and makes recommendations for adjustments as needed. Works weekends, evenings, and holidays. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Minimum Qualifications
Applications will be rejected if the following information is not provided at the time of application:
- Thoroughly documented work history
- The application is incomplete in ANY capacity
1. Be 18 years old.
2.a. Have at least six (6) months of full time (1040 hours) experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity preferably in a park, recreation and/or program setting; OR
b.Have at least six (6) months paid or voluntary experience in Leadership for organizations such as civic, philanthropic, school clubs, and/or sports teams.
3. Possess a valid United States motor vehicle operator’s or chauffeur’s license. Out of country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.
4. Pass the employment physical established for this classification.
Work History
You are required to include your work experience in the Work Experience Section of your
NEOGOV application. If you have previously included work history on a resume you must transfer yourwork history into the Work Experience Section prior to applying. Please review the job posting, specifically the purpose of the position and the minimum qualifications, prior to answering the work experience question; and note that only related work experience will be considered. NOTE: Provide full detail in the employment history section noting the skills, experience and hours worked per week pertaining to the minimum qualifications.
Special Requirements
1. Must maintain a valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur’s license.
2. If assigned to a youth recreational program, prior to employment, candidates will be required to provide Parks & Recreation with documentation from the Michigan Department of Human Services (previously called Family Independence Agency) that they have not been named in a central registry case as the perpetrator of child abuse or child neglect. In addition, applicants being considered for hire will be asked to sign a form authorizing Parks & Recreation to request and receive a criminal history check in accordance with the privacy act of 1974.Applicants for positions at Parks & Recreation will not be considered if they have been convicted of either of the following:
(a) Child Abuse or Neglect.
(b) A felony involving harm or threatened harm to an individual within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of hire.
