City of Fulton, MO Looking for Assistant Parks & Recreation Director at Missouri Full Time

Love small cities? The City of Fulton is looking for someone who sees the charm of our small city and wants to help us be the best we can be.

Department is in need of an energetic individual with proven success in creating and implementing innovative program ideas for the community. This dynamic individual will be responsible for assessing past Parks and Recreation offerings and re-presenting those that have proven successful in the past. The City of Fulton is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation. This position within the Parks and Recreation Department will assist with the day to day functions of the Department, but will be primarily responsible for planning, developing, promoting, implementing and supervising a variety of recreational programs and special events as well as the hiring and supervision of instructors and part-time recreational staff. Additional responsibilities include the administration of the City’s outdoor pool and aquatic programs to include the hiring & training of lifeguards and pool staff, financial accounting and direct supervision of pool manager, as well as overseeing the programming activities of a new indoor recreation center. Ideal candidate will be highly energetic, possess a positive attitude, be proficient in communicating with the public, be highly organized, have the ability to multi-task, work well under pressure, and be able to provide a high level of customer service. Employee is expected to carry out assigned duties independently within the framework of established departmental policies and under the general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director. Occasional night and weekend hours are required. Knowledge of and demonstrated technical skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher and Outlook is required. A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Parks & Recreation, Physical Education, Sports Management or related field, plus 2 years of progressively responsible professional and supervisory experience in a Parks and Recreation or University Recreation setting as well as current First Aid/CPR certification is required. One year of aquatic experience and/or relevant, aquatic certifications (American Red Cross Instructor, AFO, CPO) are preferred. Salary range: $25.00-$30.00/hour, plus excellent benefits. Applicants must submit a City of Fulton application and resume. If interested, apply before Friday, May 20, 2022. If interested, apply online at www.fultonmo.org/jobs, in person at City Hall, 18 East 4th Street or send resume/application to: Human Resources, PO Box 130, Fulton MO 65251. We are an E-Verify, drug-free employer. EOE.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Work Location: Multiple Locations