Recreation and Concession Facility Manager

Salary: $44,133.44 per year

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• One (1) year of recreation facility management.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

The following certifications are preferred prior to hiring and required at the time of hire: Pennsylvania Child Abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances.

The following certifications are preferred prior to hiring and required to be obtained within six (6) months of the hire date:

• CPR and First Aid.
• ServSafe Manager.
• ServSafe Food Handler.
• Responsible Alcohol Management Procedures (RAMP) Manager.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status.

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Deputy Directors and Recreation Supervisors of Parks, this position is responsible for the preparation, operation, and evaluation of the recreation facilities within their region. The candidate will specifically be overseeing the pool, ice rink, golf course, and their concessions. This position is located in the Southern Region and is responsible for the preparation, operation, and evaluation of the regional recreation facilities that are assigned.

Allegheny County, with a population of approximately 1.3 million, is the second largest county in the State of Pennsylvania. The County Parks Department sustains and enhances the growth and quality of a diverse group of well-managed and financially sound regional assets. The large list of diverse facilities and open space in the 12,038 acres contained in our parks system encourages the involvement of people of all ages through park programs, leagues, and volunteering opportunities. The Parks system encompasses a variety of activities and amenities in the County, by retaining and attracting residents and improving the overall quality of life for our region.

Responsibilities

• People Management:
  • Oversees and manages seasonal facilities (Ice Rink, Pool, and Golf Course), concession stands, programs, and events within the respective park.
  • Oversees seasonal employees assigned to the respective park.
  • Assists in hiring, processing, and training of seasonal employees for work in various park facilities.
  • Assists other park supervisors and staff with training on Active Network.
  • Trains seasonal employees in the duties and responsibilities of their positions.
• Miscellaneous Management:
  • Strategically works variable hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, as well as work on-site during programs and events to ensure success and safety.
  • Tracks inventory of product including concessions and other resources as needed.
  • Places orders for concession food and product to ensure the facilities are able to operate at full capacity and on an emergency basis as needed.
  • Performs cash handling and inventory audits.
  • Prepares facilities for opening/closing of the respective seasons and conducts walkthroughs with appropriate staff.
  • Assists in ensuring facilities are in compliance with regulations.
  • Reports all service or maintenance requests to the Regional Recreation Supervisor.
  • Inspects facilities to ensure proper operating conditions and reports any concerns to the Regional Recreation Supervisor.
  • Performs related work as assigned by supervisor or directors.

Skills

Knowledge Of:

• Emergency procedures, including first aid administration and CPR.

Skill In:

• Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Point-of-sale, Tee Time, and Recreation Software(s).
• Staff Management and Training.

Ability To:

• Supervise employees engaged in tasks required for the operation of the facilities.
• Communicate professionally, orally, and in writing.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Demonstrate reliability and dependability in the workplace.
• Coordinate with office personnel assigned to each office.
• Solve problems that arise within the authority given.
• Develop team leadership and management skills.
• Work variable hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

Residency: Allegheny County within 1 year.

Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.