Program Director

Under the direction of the Director of Parks and Recreation, the Program Director plans, coordinates, and oversees the Township’s recreational programs, activities, and special events. The position supervises the Clerk I and part-time Recreation staff, manages daily program and office operations, monitors program finances, and serves as a primary point of contact for the public, staff, and program participants.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee recreational programs, activities, and special events, including staffing, facilities, equipment, supplies, marketing, safety, and program evaluation.
• Serve as Director of the EHT Youth Recreational Basketball League and Summer Camp, and coordinate departmental special events; Supervise, schedule, train, and provide daily direction to the Clerk I and part-time Recreation staff.
• Oversee daily departmental operations, provide customer service, respond to public inquiries, and assist staff and program participants; Monitor program budgets, revenues, and expenditures; prepare daily deposits, reconcile financial records, and complete required reports.
• Maintain accurate departmental records, databases, forms, and program documentation in accordance with applicable records management requirements, including OPRA and Daniel’s Law.
• Coordinate program registration and maintain recreation management systems, participant records, and related administrative processes.
• Assist with general clerical and office functions, including correspondence, filing, data entry, bookkeeping, and coverage of Clerk I duties as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Parks and Recreation; Evening and weekend work is required based on program and event schedules.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Strong supervisory, organizational, financial, communication, customer service, and public relations skills, with demonstrated ability to direct, train, evaluate, and manage staff.
• Experience in recreation programming, special events, office operations, budgeting, financial recordkeeping, and project or program management.
• Ability to manage multiple programs, projects, staff, and deadlines in a fast-paced, public-facing environment.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and applicable recreation management software; knowledge of records management and OPRA requirements preferred.
• Degree or significant experience in Parks and Recreation, Recreation Management, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.