Manager of Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation:
Under direction of the Administrator of Leisure and Community Services, plan, promote, implement, and evaluate the operation of the park system recreation facilities, including Warrenbrook Pool, two tennis centers, a spray park, the putting course, and paddle boats. Responsible for the overall development and execution of regional recreation-based programming which utilizes general use parks and designated facilities within the Somerset County Park Commission. The Recreation Manager is expected to produce events sponsored by the Park Commission including but not limited to the Fourth of July and the Summer Concert Series. This position is also responsible for the Commission’s Therapeutic Recreation Program which includes two full-time Program Coordinators and offers programs and programming support to individuals with disabilities within participating municipalities.
The Recreation Department is responsible for the operation of a variety of recreation facilities, including two tennis facilities, pickleball courts, a swimming pool, a spray park, miniature golf, and paddle boating. The Recreation Department includes a full-time Permit Coordinator and Administrative Assistant along with over 100 part-time and seasonal employees. The Department offers permitting, lessons, tournaments, wellness programs and lectures, concerts, and special events. Permits are issued for picnic facilities, fields, and park use. The Manager approves permits for groups who rent park facilities to conduct special events, the Showmobile, utilize the park facilities for commercial filming and/or photography, use the flying field for model aircraft and approved drones, and run tennis leagues. There are approximately 75,000 visitations to recreation facilities and events and the facilities generate income of over $850,000.
This position is accountable for the leadership of the therapeutic recreation and recreation facilities and programs. There are 4 full time employees, and over 100 seasonal employees, including managers at the seasonal recreation facilities. The operating budget is $900,000, with full-time salaries and part time/seasonal wages totaling $725,000.
The Somerset County Park Commission has a knowledgeable, motivated, and dedicated staff. Our goal is to create a working environment which motivates employees to provide unique, personalized, and unparalleled service. The minimum salary for this position is $73,800. The Park Commission offers an attractive benefits package with the following components.
· Pension Plan – NJ Public Employees Retirement System (PERS); Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
· Life Insurance – Through PERS, non-contributory at 1.5 x salary; contributory at an additional 1.5 x salary
· Health Insurance – The Commission participates in Aetna of NJ POS Direct Access and Delta Dental Premier Plan of NJ. A portion of employee/dependent coverage is paid for by Park Commission
· Holidays – 14 paid holidays per year
· Vacation – 10 days per year minimum increasing depending on years of service
· Personal Leave – 3 days per year
· Sick Leave – 12 sick days per year
· Flexible Spending Account – maximum amount $3,050 annually
· Employee Assistance Program – Free counseling services for employees and their dependents including family, parenting and dependent care, education, daily living and stress management, and work and career growth
· Jury Duty Compensation
· Tuition Reimbursement for approved courses
Application and Interview Procedures
Applications will be reviewed and the candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be considered for interviews. Cover letter, resume, and Somerset County Park Commission job application must be submitted by July 12, 2024 to:
Donna Umgelter, Administrator of Human Resources
Somerset County Park Commission
PO Box 5327
North Branch NJ 08876
dmumgelter@scparks.org
908 722-1200 ext. 5239
It is encouraged for applicants to request confirmation receipt of application. Reasonable accommodation may be made, where necessary, to allow a qualified individual to perform essential job functions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $73,800.00 per year
Benefits:
- Credit union membership
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Bridgewater, NJ 08807 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bridgewater, NJ 08807: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person