Recreation Center Director II- Department of Recreation & Parks

POSTING DATE: 03/13/2025 SALARY RANGE: $52,875.00 - $64,063.00 ANNUALLY BACKGROUND CHECK: Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed. PROBATION: All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation. ELIGIBILITY: Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final. EDUCATION ACCREDITATION: Applicants education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. CLASS DESCRIPTION: A Recreation Center Director II plans, coordinates and directs a recreation program in a one story, multi-room center having a gym and multi-purpose room, satellite center and/or a pool. Work of this class involves supervising full-time and part-time recreation leaders and aides. Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional work week which includes evening and weekend hours. Work is performed in a recreation center where unpleasant working conditions are rarely encountered. Work requires moderate physical exertion. SELECTION PROCESS Only classified City employees who indicate the minimum qualifications on their applications and have successfully completed a probationary period on or before the day of filing an application are eligible to compete in this examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS On or before the date of filing the application, classified employees must: EDUCATION: Have a bachelors degree in recreation, physical education, recreation administration, communication, leisure services or a related field from an accredited college or university. AND EXPERIENCE: Have four years experience managing a recreation facility or program. OR EQUIVALENCIES: Six months of additional experience in leading recreational activities may be substituted for each year of the high school requirement or have an equivalent combination of education and experience. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATES: Must hold or be able to acquire within one year of hire and maintain a Certified Pool Operator certification and First Aid/CPR. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation program development. Knowledge of the rules and regulations of a wide variety of sports, games and recreational activities. Knowledge of the use and care of recreational equipment. Ability to plan, organize, direct and evaluate a recreational program. Ability to lead a variety of recreational activities. Supervisory ability. Ability to establish a satisfactory relationship with the community. Ability to work effectively with large groups of people. Ability to maintain discipline and order. Ability to maintain records and write reports. EXAMINATION PROCESS Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. NOTE: Those eligible who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information. BENEFITS: The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Maya McEachern HR Specialist II via email at Maya.mceachern@baltimorecity.gov . Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application. BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER In the City of Baltimore we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more? Explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! Questions regarding the application process should be directed to the Department of Human Resources Office of Recruitment at (410) 396-3860, 711 (TTY), 7 E. Redwood Street, 16th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 or send an email to Recruitment