The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a highly self-motivated professional to oversee Aquatics Recreation Programmer at the new Blue Surf Bay Waterpark and City Aquatic Facilities.

Blue Springs, MO is a suburb of Kansas City, MO, sitting on the eastern city limits and is a community of approximately 58,603 residents. The Department has been in the process of offering a wide range of community recreation programs as well as revitalizing parks and facilities over the last seven years, investing over $60 million in improvements to current park facilities within the community. In April 2021, residents approved a sales tax dedicated to park improvements, parkland development, and operational subsidy. The measure passed with an 80% yes vote, demonstrating the support the community has for the Parks and Recreation Department and the improvements made over the last seven years to our program offerings and facilities.

The improvements made to our park system include the construction of the much-anticipated Blue Surf Bay Waterpark. Blue Surf Bay Waterpark has been recognized as one of the 10 most anticipated indoor waterparks for 2024. An aquatics facility offering a wide variety of aquatic experiences from waterslides, lazy river, surf simulators and wave ball pool to a Ninjacross course. This addition to the Blue Springs Fieldhouse will add over 30,000 square feet of indoor space and almost 60,000 square feet of outdoor aquatic space. To review all the amenities and facility features, visit www.bluespringsgov.com/2296/Blue-Surf-Bay-Waterpark

Over the next five years, the department will continue to fund major improvements to its parks and facilities, investing over $50 million to include the construction of a new 50-acre community park and innovative improvements to playgrounds, trails, shelters, athletic fields, and several other park amenities.

Not only has the department seen a revitalization of its park facilities but has seen tremendous growth in our program offerings and participation. The Department offers a comprehensive year-round recreational offering including, Summer Day Camps, Youth Sports, Fitness, Senior Services, Special Events and much more. Some programs have more than doubled over the last three years as the community continues to engage with the Department.

As a Recreation Programmer, responsibilities include: planning, organizing, scheduling, coordinating, and implementing recreational activities, events, and classes; selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating part-time/seasonal staff to support the recreation program area; securing, scheduling, and preparing recreation facilities; preparing promotional program information for distribution; assisting with and monitoring a budget for assigned program area; preparing program evaluations and other related reports; and participating in local, state, and national organizations related to assigned program areas.

• Assist with marketing and advertising for events and programs.
• Plans for special events, instructional classes, and sports, programs.
• Responsible for the written communication and marketing of recreation activities and events.
• Monitors recreation programs and facilities
• Responsible for the cultivation of partners and sponsors for recreation programs and facilities
• Oversees the expenditure of approved funds within assigned budget area.
• Seeks alternative funding sources such as grants, partnerships agreements and sponsorships.
• Recruits, interviews, and hires personnel for assigned divisions, and includes training, scheduling, and coordination staff and volunteers.
• Leads meetings with part-time staff, officials, volunteers, school district representatives on a regular basis regarding upcoming leagues, rules and other information
• Creates and maintains a system of reporting, interpreting, and publicizing activities, and programs to area residents. Prepare materials, maintain records, and compiles evaluations and reports.
• Assists with or coordinates the planning and organization of special community events.
• Works with the community to identify needs and preferences and recommends the number and kinds of recreation programs to be offered.
• Meets and coordinates with community interest groups concerning recreation activities.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment. Places orders and makes purchases according to established procedures and within budgetary guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

The normal work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and requires flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Special License(s)/Certifications – Bachelor's degree in recreation or leisure administration or related field. Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) status through state and/or national professional organizations preferred. Must possess and maintain valid state driver's license. First Aid and CPR/AED, facility lifeguard aquatic provider certification and/or must be able to obtain AFO or CPO or within 6 months of hire.

Experience – One-year experience in recreation, leisure or related field preferred.

Skills – Skill in effective verbal and written communication; skill in the effective administration of City and Department policies and procedures; skill in the operation of common office machines; skill in evaluating job applicant qualifications and employee performance.

The preceding job posting has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. These conditions 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 essential job functions.

The City of Blue Springs is an organization that strives to embrace the spirit of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment in which all individuals have access to the City's facilities. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation (hr @ bluespringsgov.com)