Deputy Center Manager

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The mission of the Recreation Division is to enable all New Yorkers to lead physically active and intellectually stimulating lives through sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, technology, education and the arts. Recreation programs include specialized exercise classes, youth sports, senior activities, summer camps and free afterschool programs. Recreation programming occurs throughout the City in NYC Parks recreation centers, parks and playgrounds.

Major Responsibilities

- Under general supervision of the Center Manager, develop, plan and implement recreation activities.
- Assist in the day-to-day management and operations of a recreation center.
- Use initiative and creative problem solving to manage resources effectively.
- Participate in the development and management of programs including sports, fitness, outdoor adventure, after school/educational activities, performing arts, teen workshops and summer camp.
- Work with partner organizations and agencies to provide programming.
- Supervise recreation and operations staff, alternative workforce and volunteers.
- Represent the Center Manager in community outreach, fundraising and marketing efforts.
- Work with the Center Manager to create comprehensive presentations for community organizations, partnership groups and public officials.
- Oversee the immediate correction of safety hazards and precautions related to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), automated external defibrillator and similar concerns.
- Track financials, data, and produce reports relating to program records, attendance, and timesheets.
- Use applications/software such as Xplor Recreation, AMPS and Excel to effectively track membership, out of service equipment, attendance, etc.

Additional Information:
**Appointees to this position will receive an assignment differential of $1,030 in addition to their base salary.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 711542.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 711542 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: TBD

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 05/02/2025. Previous applicants to Job ID# 688519 are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

RECREATION SUPERVISOR - 60440

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, and two years of satisfactory, full-time experience in recreation leadership; or
2. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.