SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION II 4024

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is responsible for the planning, coordination and direction of a public recreation program in the County or a large town with a population of over 100,000. The incumbent is expected to devote a major portion of the time to providing specific help in those areas where limitations may exist, and must insure that all programs are properly planned and executed. The work is performed under the general direction of an administrative supervisor who reviews the achievements of the recreational program through observation and personal conferences. Direct supervision is exercised over all professional and non-professional personnel employed in all phases of the recreational program. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Serves as administrative head of a recreation program in the County or a town;

Organizes, directs and coordinates a program of recreational activities;

Oversees and advises on acquisition, planning, design, construction, and maintenance of recreational areas;

Prepares, presents and implements the annual budget of the recreation department;

Promotes effective public relations between the recreation department and the community;

Supervises the recruitment, training and evaluation of professional, non-professional and clerical personnel;

Conducts the periodic staff meetings to discuss and evaluate the effectiveness of the recreational program;

Controls the procedures used in the issuance and maintenance of equipment;

Submits periodic reports on the progress and effectiveness of established programs.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the principals and practices of recreational programs; good knowledge of effective administrative and supervisory techniques; good knowledge of planning and equipping recreational facilities; ability to deal effectively with people from all age groups, ability to plan, coordinate and supervise the work of employees in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; tact; courtesy; good judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Master's Degree in Recreation or Parks Administration and four (4) years of supervisory experience in the conduct of a recreation program; or,

(b) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's degree which includes, or is supplemented by at least fifteen (15) credit hours in professional recreation courses (such courses to include recreation principles and programs, philosophy of recreation and recreation administration) and five (5) years of supervisory experience in the conduct of a recreation program; or,

(c) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's degree and six (6) years of supervisory experience in the conduct of a recreation program; or,

(d) An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a), (b) and (c).

PROMOTIONAL:

One (1) year of permanent competitive status as an Assistant Superintendent of Recreation II; or,

Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Recreation Program Coordinator; or

Three (3) years of permanent competitive status as a Recreation Supervisor.

R08/20/25

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive