Senior Activity Center Assistant Supervisor
Occupations:
Recreation WorkersEntertainment and Recreation Managers, Except GamblingFirst-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling ServicesSocial and Community Service ManagersFitness and Wellness CoordinatorsIndustries:
Continuing Care Retirement Communities and Assisted Living Facilities for the ElderlyBusiness Support ServicesComputing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related ServicesAdministration of Human Resource ProgramsVocational Rehabilitation ServicesPerforms mid-level work, coordinating with the Senior Activity Center Supervisor to oversee the planning, coordination, and management of programs and operations at the City's Senior Activity Center. This position involves directing staff, organizing events, managing budgets, and ensuring the delivery of quality services to the senior community. Generally, this position uses moderately complex skills and works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Ability to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends.
Essential Duties & Required Qualifications
Works alongside the Senior Activity Center Supervisor to develop, plan, implement, and evaluate programs and events at the Senior Activity Center.
Identifies community needs and recommend appropriate programs related to senior services.
Directly supervises assigned staff members and provides coaching and career development.
Establishes schedules for assigned staff and oversees activities at the Senior Activity Center.
Participates in budget preparation and monitors expenditures for recreation programs.
Procures supplies and materials needed for center operations and city events.
Collaborates with departmental stakeholders to set goals, policies, and priorities.
Makes recommendations for improvements to standards, policies, and procedures.
Coordinates facility uses and program scheduling with maintenance staff.
Prepares financial and participation reports for Senior Activity Center programs.
Secures sponsorships for programs and events.
Recruits and manages contracts for independent contractors and program vendors.
Works with the City's Public Information Officer to promote programs through various media.
Oversee active adult water aerobics services provided during summer months.
Assists with financial reporting and vendor payments in the City's financial system.
Serves as a liaison on City recreation committees and community groups.
Coordinates with other City departments and external agencies on community service activities.
Promotes community recreation services through public engagement and outreach efforts.
May occasionally be asked to drive the Senior Center Activity Passenger Van, if the City's bus driver is not available.
Performs other related tasks as assigned.
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree from accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration or closely related coursework.
Minimum of two years of full-time recreation or event programming experience with a Parks & Recreation organization or similar industry.
Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.
OR,
A high school diploma AND an equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum of six years) in recreation and event programming with a Parks & Recreation organization or a similar industry.
Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.
Required Certificate and Licenses
Valid Texas Class B CDL driver's license (Passenger Endorsement), or the ability to obtain the license within one year from hire date.
Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification or the ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
First Aid and CPR/AED certification required, or ability to obtain it within the six months of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Active/current Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in recreation administration or closely related coursework in recreation administration or closely related coursework.
Experience working for a government entity such as City, State, County.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions.
Ability to communicate with other employees and the general public in a courteous and diplomatic manner.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Analyze situations and adopt quick, effect, and reasonable courses of action.
Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as shift work, on call, or emergency response situations (i.e., early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and late-nights shifts, weekends).
Knowledge of Methods and techniques of scheduling work assignments; methods and techniques for record keeping and report preparation and writing with proper punctuation, spelling and grammar.
Skill in using computers and related software applications.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to plan strategically.
Ability to plan and schedule operations.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, the public, elected officials, and boards and commissions.
Physical Demands & Additional Information
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle and feel items, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Occasionally lifting or dragging up to 50 pounds.
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and/or extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally loud.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position.
Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon
Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. *
Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.
The City of Leander participates in E-Verify! Information from each new employee's Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization.
The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment.
Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at hr@leandertx.gov or 512-528-2708. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or 1-800-735- 2989 (TTY/TDD).
For detailed information regarding our benefits package including our Benefits Guide, please visit this link: City of Leander 2026 Benefit Booklet
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Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in recreation administration or closely related coursework? A minimum of two (2) full-time recreation or event programming experience with a parks & recreation organization or similar industry? AND A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience? OR Do you have a high school diploma or its equivalent? An equivalent combination of education and experience (minimum of six years) in recreation and event programming with a parks & recreation organization or a similar industry? AND A minimum of one (1) of supervisory experience?
Yes, the 1st option. I have the bachelor's degree in the required coursework, I have 2 years of full-time programming experience in the industry, and I've supervised for 1 years.
Yes, the 2nd option. I have a high school diploma or equivalent, I have the 6 years of programming experience in the industry, and I've supervised for 1.
No, I don't have option 1 or option 2.
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Do you have a valid Texas Class B CDL driver's license with Passenger Endorsement?
Yes
No, however, I can obtain the CDL with endorsement within the one year of my hire date.
No
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Do you have the Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification?
Yes
No, however, I can obtain the certification within the six months of my hire date.
No
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Do you have current First Aid - Stop the Bleed and CPR/AED certifications?
Yes
No, however, I can obtain the certification within the six months of hire with training offered by the City.
No, I do not have the certification and will not obtain one.
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Please select which of the following preferred qualifications that you currently possess for the Senior Activity Center Assistant Supervisor position.
Active/current Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
Bachelor's or Graduate Degree in recreation administration or closely related coursework in recreation administration or closely related coursework.
Experience working for a government entity such as City, State, County.
Required Question
Employer City of Leander
Department Parks & Recreation Address 406 Municipal Drive
Leander, Texas, 78641
Phone 512-528-2700
Website https://www.leandertx.gov