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Department: | 502000 Parks Prog Admin |
Location: | Lenexa, KS |
The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a Recreation Supervisor with a focus on Nature to join our team.
Why come work with us? At the City of Lenexa, our employees are dedicated to the City’s core values – integrity, service, teamwork, dedication, vision and caring. We all chip in to deliver exceptional customer service. You’ll have the opportunity to work on projects that impact and support the community we serve.
Position Summary
This position involves work in planning, coordinating, promoting, directing and evaluating programs, activities and events for the Parks & Recreation Department. The area of emphasis is nature programs including management of the Lenexa Farmers Market.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
Additional Examples of Work Performed
Qualifications
Minimum: Associate degree in parks and recreation, leisure services or related field; three years of increasingly responsible experience supervising recreation programs, activities and events; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory credit history. Must complete required NIMS IS-100 and IS-700 trainings within three months of employment.
Desired: Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation, leisure services or related field; Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) certification.
Environment and Physical Factors
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. This position performs medium physical work, requiring the ability to occasionally lift and move supplies and materials up to 30-40 lbs. related to recreation programs, activities and events and visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. Long hours of standing with limited breaks will be encountered during special events.
Compensation and Benefits
Hiring range starts at $54,303 to $62,952 dependent on qualifications and directly related experience. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditioned upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.
To apply please complete an online application and include a resume AND cover letter. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.