Recreation Program Manager (Athletics)
City of San Antonio
Operations
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Dec 2, 2025
Job Summary
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Under general direction, is responsible for implementation, management, and coordination of all phases of one or various specialized recreation programs. May exercise supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Parks & Recreation Headquarters - 5800 Old Hwy 90 W, San Antonio, TX 78227, USA
Work Hours11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday; Saturdays and/or additional shifts may be required for special events and programs
Essential Job Functions
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- Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the efficient operation of City recreation facilities and programs, including aquatics, fitness, sports and recreation programs, cultural programs, and special events.
- Interprets program guidelines, contract terms, and City policy, and procedures.
- Establishes and maintains liaison with local, State or Federal agencies, community groups and/or professionals in their respective specialty.
- Analyzes community needs and develops plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to deliver recreation center programs and services effectively and efficiently to the City residents.
- Develops personnel requirements, orients, trains, and directs the assigned staff in all facets of project operations and reporting.
- Prepares and reviews proposals and plans for compliance with prescribed rules and regulations, feasibility of implementation, and for quantitative and qualitative performance.
- Coordinates with Department and City staff as required.
- Provides specialized reports as requested.
- Monitors and reviews trends in public recreation operations and recommends improvements in City recreation programs, services, and facilities.
- Prepares and delivers presentations to further the development of the program.
- Works closely with recreation organizations, community groups, vendors, and regional sports and recreation associations to enhance City programs and facilitates community participation.
- May assist staff in identifying and solving operational problems.
- May prepare correspondence for department leadership.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required
Job Requirements
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- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- Four (4) years' experience in public administration, business, social services, recreation, or a related field
- Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License
- Experience developing sports programming
- Experience in supervising multiple programs and teams
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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- Knowledge of city organization, operations, policies, and procedures
- Knowledge of regulations and standards governing the maintenance and operation of recreation, fitness, and aquatics facilities
- Knowledge of program planning, development, and management practices for community recreation services
- Knowledge of planning, design and development trends in recreation programs and sports facilities
- Knowledge of principles and practices of administrative management, including personnel rules, cost accounting, budgeting, and employee supervision
- Knowledge of local community resources and regional community services programs
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs
- Ability to supervise facilities maintenance and program management activities
- Ability to supervise staff and delegating tasks and authority
- Ability to research and interpret guidelines and policies as they apply to related program actions
- Ability to collect data, prepare special .reports, and effectively present program information to organizations, such as City Council
- Ability to evaluate and interpret program results and performance outcome measures and make recommendations
- Ability to work primarily inside an office environment and/or in recreation facilities
- Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations