Citywide Sports Director

• Under general direction, with wide latitude for independent initiative and judgment, work closely with the Assistant Commissioner for Public Programs and the Chief of Programming & Strategic Management for Recreation to perform very responsible work for the Recreation Division.
• Provide dynamic leadership for the creation, development and implementation of sports programs and partnerships.
• Provide leadership to a small team of full-time or seasonal staff as well as interns, volunteers and program partners.
• Lead borough Sports Coordinators with eye toward innovation, excellent communication and cutting-edge management techniques.
• Work with service and product vendors related to Citywide sports initiatives. Organize and report on budgeting and sports spending.
• Coordinate and manage special events and programs, including coordinating event logistics, equipment needs, staffing, and creating run of show documents to deliver vibrant, inclusive and dynamic experiences.
• Execute internal and external engagement/promotion plans for upcoming events; recruiting participants, designing curricula, creating fliers, promoting opportunities, and documenting program success.
• Document programs via photography and program summaries, engage in program evaluation, data collection, program reporting and analysis.
• Manage valuable existing sports partnerships and assist in the initiation of new ones including partnerships with the governing bodies of various sports.
• Write program proposals, as well as researching and applying for grant opportunities.
• Provide administrative and operational leadership to other Recreation efforts, as directed.
• Develop and deliver on-going staff development training and opportunities for all staff.
• Oversee the monitoring of program records such as attendance data, weekly reports, timesheets, snack reports and expenditures. Ensure high program standards via site visits, audits, parental feedback and interviews.
• Assist with special projects as necessary.

• Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.