COORDINATOR II, RECREATION MANAGER (TWILIGHT SPORTS)

The Recreation Manager is responsible for the overall development, implementation, and supervision of Milwaukee Recreations network of community-based sports leagues and sports programs for teens and young adults. Primary responsibilities include the supervision of full-time and part-time personnel; program monitoring; budget management; contract development, and the formation of community partnerships to enhance programming.

The ideal candidate has a deep investment in the Milwaukee community and a vision for making Milwaukee Recreations Late Night Leagues and Twilight Center sports programs game-changers in meeting the needs of Milwaukees teens and young adults.

The salary range is $76,038 - $109,565

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources through Sunday, April 20, 2025.

A current resume must be attached to the completed application. Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required Bachelor's degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire).

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify Human Resources that you are sending hard copies.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit three electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug/alcohol test and credential verification.

Please contact Pa N. Xiong, talent management specialist, with any questions: xiongpn@milwaukee.k12.wi.us

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university in Physical Education, Recreation Management, Sports Management, or related field. Masters Degree preferred.
• A minimum of three (3) years of increasingly responsible full-time recreation experience in an urban setting.
• Certified First Aid and CPR/AED or ability to obtain within 1 year of hire date.
• Certified Park and Recreation Professional is preferred.
  

• Provides guidance and supervision to full and part-time staff to ensure professional growth and fulfillment of job duties and responsibilities.
• Develops and manages the operation of sports programming for Late Night, and Summer Stars sports leagues, as well as Twilight Center sports
• programs which include Mountain Biking, Esports, Rock Climbing and other traditional sport programs.
• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises and evaluates part-time staff.
• Completes necessary paperwork including payroll, attendance, and seasonal reports.
• Conducts regular site visits (hours consist of weekday and weekend evenings) to determine program effectiveness and to provide evaluation feedback and support to part-time staff.
• Arranges for the purchase of equipment and supplies.
• Coordinates facility scheduling for program activities.
• Completes reconciliation of facility use for Milwaukee Recreation program audits.
• Monitors participation trends and recommend adjustments to keep programs relevant.
• Establishes and initiates standards, policies, and procedures and enforces policies regarding program operation.
• Uphold and enforce league rules to maintain a safe environment.
• Ensures that assigned areas of responsibility are performed within budget; prepares annual budget; ensures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, and time.
• Works with the department Marketing team to prepare and coordinate promotional materials for program activities.
• Administers program area customer surveys, assists in data interpretation, and manages programming changes based on feedback.
• Establish partnerships with other MPS departments, governmental units, and community-based organizations to enhance Twilight and Late-Night sports program development and service delivery.
• Actively supports the MPS Five Priorities for Success.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.