Share Email Opening Title Howard Park Manager  Open Date 2/7/2024   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt   Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-Bargaining   Division Venues Parks and Arts   Location Recreational Experiences   Reports To Director of Recreation   Schedule Monday-Friday, 9am to 6pm. Schedule may vary, including nights and weekends based on departmental needs.   Pay Rate up to $60,500 annually   Description Salary - up to $60,500 annually SUMMARY: Responsible for the management of a Venues Parks & Arts programming facility. Oversees day-to-day operation of all processes, people, tools, and physical assets required for optimal facility performance. Cultivates, organizes, and in some cases plans and implements programs, events and activities at the center. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Responsible for overseeing supervision of staff. Ex: Front Desk Receptionist, custodial staff, program coordinators. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as a representative of the City of South Bend, demonstrating positive attitude and progressive actions through the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate tact and discretion in all interactions. Participates in the development, construction, maintenance and up-keep of the center’s facilities and surrounding campus. Responsible for developing programs, activities, events and services offered within the center and its surrounding campus. Manages partnership relationships with external/community stakeholders and other VPA divisions in the development, coordination, and implementation of programs, activities, events and services within the center. Trains, supervises and evaluates staff. Responsible for scheduling front desk receptionist, custodial staff, and program coordinator. Researches, prepares and submits administrative reports as requested. Represents the department to outside stakeholders, community groups and organizations. Oversees the scheduling and rental of the event center. Purchases necessary equipment as needed for programs, activities and events at the center. Oversees marketing for programs, activities, events and services within the center and surrounding campus. Responsible for updating and maintaining webpages on the department’s website. Handles the fiscal management of the facility and all associated programming, which includes, preparation of an annual budget, maintaining account projects, submitting purchase orders and direct pays. Helps department maintain national accreditation standards. Oversees setup and utilization of specialized software for online program registration, customer relationship management, and data tracking/reporting. A commitment to support the City of South Bend Venues Parks & Arts mission: The mission: Inspire a more livable South Bend for all, connecting us to emotionally engaging experiences and to one another. Our primary focus areas include arts and culture, recreation, and public placemaking. The places we care for and the services and programs we offer have a significant impact on social equity, neighborhood and economic impact, health and wellness, and ecological stewardship. NON-ESSENTIAL/MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Assumes additional responsibilities as requested Knowledge and abilities QUAIFICATIONS: To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Schedule may vary including nights and weekends based on departmental needs. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Skilled in prioritizing, organizing, and managing multiple simultaneous projects. Working knowledge of programming activities related to diverse groups. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies that directly affect the operation of a programming facility. Working knowledge of contracts, contract governance, contractual language and the contract lifecycle. Working knowledge of program marketing, communication and social media skills highly preferred. Standard computer proficiency. Ability to learn, setup and operate various software for online registration, customer management, and reporting needs. The ability to communicate orally and express in writing information and ideas. The ability to supervise and coordinate the work activities of personnel, such as training staff members and assigning work duties. Ability to think creatively by developing, designing, or creating appropriate programming. EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree in Parks & Recreation, Social Services or closely related field preferred. Two years’ experience in recreation programming preferred. Working knowledge of City or County government a plus. CERTIFICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION: Valid driver’s license, or ability to obtain one, required CPR/AED Certification. EQUIPMENT: Desktop Computer, Laptop Computer, Calculator, Telephone, Copy machine, Fax Machine, Automobile, Sports and Recreational equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required in this job include vision and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in an open, creative office space that fosters collaboration, promotes innovation and allows efficient exchanges of information. The workspace will consist of open offices and meeting spaces that encourage interaction and group work.   Position Requirements   Required Pre-employment Drug Screen and Comprehensive Background Check   About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play. ***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***   EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis. The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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