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GENERAL PURPOSE

Due to the varying nature of the work, evening and weekend hours are required. The primary function of the Athletics Supervisor is to oversee athletic programming as assigned at the Hammond Sportsplex. Athletics Supervisors will need a specialization of one of the following: basketball, soccer or volleyball. This includes but not limited to events staff, scheduling, leagues, programming, training, teams, membership, and marketing of the facility. This includes ensuring the safety and quality of the facility while providing the recreational use by guests.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Sportsplex General Manager for the Parks and Recreation Department. This position is part of the Hammond Parks and Recreation administrative team.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Supervises and directs all staff and contracted employees or agencies as related to scheduled activities, operations and event staff of the Sportsplex when on duty and as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Prepare annual budgets for area of responsibility and work within those guidelines

Knowledge and skills of planning, organizing and conducting a wide variety of recreation programs and the development of new programs including basketball, soccer and volleyball programs, events, leagues and tournaments as well as other activities and events that can be held in the Sportsplex

Organize leagues, lessons, programs and special events to meet the needs of all ability levels and ages

Ability to act as league and/or tournament director for leagues and/or tournaments hosted directly by the department

Seeks out activities and events for the Sportsplex and coordinates contracts for Board consideration

Responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, scheduling and evaluating all assigned events, activities and staff

Keep records of activities and attendance to evaluate effectiveness of services

Hire, supervises, trains, schedules and evaluates all staff for athletic programs, events and activities which includes the building which includes scorekeepers, game officials, trainers, coaches, and associated staff to ensure first class activities and events

Facilitate effective communication, leadership and problem-solving skills with customers and staff specific to programs, activities and facility operations

Implements rules, procedures and fees as approved by Board of Park Commissioners for registration, staff, and all other necessary requirements

Trains staff to maintain the facility to a first-class level for the City of Hammond

Keeps accurate records per policy including time sheets as required for supervised staff as required

Assigns specific tasks to College Bound Volunteers, Community Service Workers, and/or Volunteers or other assigned employees to perform work to meet department goals or program needs

Follows and initiates the correct procedure during emergency situations (weather, medical, etc.)

Observes all regulations that pertain to you as a staff member and oversees the same for supervised staffTrains and performs other duties as assigned to ensure a quality user experience for all involved

Acts in a hospitable manner during facility use and ensures the same of other supervised staff and game officials

Perform other duties as required and other tasks as assigned

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Serves as a member of various employee committees, as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:Bachelor’s degree preferred.

One (1) – Three (3) years’ experience in working at a Sports Complex or other similar equivalent experience in a supervisory position dealing with sports and other community related activities.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Possess the knowledge and skills for planning, organizing and conducting athletic activities, leagues, programs and special events

Possess the ability to train, manager, schedule and oversee operations for assigned recreation staff and facilities

Excellent interpersonal and public relations skills both in written and verbal communication

Must have computer literacy in word processing, data base, spread sheets and desktop publishing programs

Work well with coworkers, the general public and facility users

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

State of Indiana Driver’s License

First Aid, CPR and AED certification

Proof of and continued residency in the City of Hammond during employment term

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is frequently required to stand and/or walk; use hands to handle or operate equipment; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must routinely lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristic here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderately noisy. Approximately 50% of the position is done in an office setting while the other half is done in City of Hammond Parks and Recreation facilities.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application including salary history, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; background check may be required, job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

This position description does not constitute an employment contract. The City is an at-will employer.

Hiring will be done in accordance with Hammond City Ordinance #8620 as it pertains to the residency requirement.

Position will be posted internally from May 26, 2023 thru June 2, 2023. If the position is not filled internally it will be held open for external applications an additional ten (10) days. The position will remain posted until filled or no more than 10 days.

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