EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

About the role

Serves as the Executive Director of the Bainbridge Decatur County Recreation Authority under the direction of the Board of Directors.

Responsibilities

• Oversees development, implementation, and evaluation of all parks, facilities, athletic, and community programs.
• Provides leadership in strategic planning, budgeting, personnel management, and community engagement.
• Ensures BDCRA programs operate safely, efficiently, and in alignment with the Authority’s mission and adopted policies.
• Administer youth and adult athletic programs, including Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Basketball, Football, Wrestling, Tennis, Pickleball, and Track & Field.
• Evaluate program participation, cost recovery, and community impact.
• Recruit, train, and supervise coaches, officials, and volunteers.
• Cook up scheduling of practices, games, tournaments, and special events.
• Prepare and present monthly operational and financial reports to the Board of Directors.
• Attend Board meetings and provide professional recommendations.
• Oversee customer service operations and public relations efforts.
• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures for Board approval.
• Oversee maintenance and scheduling of all BDCRA parks and facilities.
• Ensure facilities are clean, safe, and compliant with applicable standards.
• Coordinate capital improvement planning and facility upgrades.
• Manage facility rentals, contracts, and usage agreements.
• Develop and implement annual operating and capital budgets in coordination with the Board of Directors.
• Maintain compliance with the approved budget.
• Oversee revenue collection, inventory control, and financial reporting systems.
• Prepare detailed financial reports on program costs, participation, and operational performance.
• Identify grant opportunities and additional funding sources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Sports Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible parks and recreation management experience.
• Demonstrated experience supervising staff and managing departmental budgets.
• Experience in public-sector or local government operations preferred.

Knowledge Requirements

• Modern principles of park planning and recreation program development.
• Federal, State of Georgia, and local laws impacting recreation operations.
• Budget development, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Risk management and safety standards for athletic facilities and events.
• Human resource supervision, training, and performance management.

Core Abilities

• Lead and supervise full-time, part-time, and volunteer personnel.
• Develop and implement strategic and long-range recreation plans.
• Analyze program effectiveness and implement operational improvements.
• Build partnerships with schools, civic groups, and community organizations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and budget constraints.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, and speak for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and outdoor events as required.

Work Environment

• Combination of office and outdoor work settings.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions during athletic seasons.
• Moderate to high noise levels during games and special events.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Additional Info

Job Type / Type of Position : Full-Time
Education Level : Bachelors Degree
Position : EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Organization : Bainbridge Decatur County Recreation Authority
City : Bainbridge
Primary Category : Director
Experience Requirement : 5-10 years
Salary Calculations/Paid : Yearly
Job Contact Email : resumes@bdcra.com
Job Contact Phone Number : 2292201577
Job Contact Name : Matt Johnson