POSITION: Recreation Director
DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation
WORKING HOURS: 35 HOURS PER WEEK
RATE OF PAY: $28.35 Per Hour
DATE: March 24, 2023
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Plan, organize and supervise a public recreation
program for the Borough of Naugatuck including special programs and activities, varied
seasonal indoor and outdoor activities and programs for all ages. Prepares, oversees,
and administers all facets of the operation f or the Recreation Dep t. including preparation
and maintenance of budgets, goals , safety standards, short t erm and long term
planning. Plan and coordinate all aspects of community events inspect playground
structures, recreational facilities, and supplies an d perform minor maintenance tasks as
required Assess , recruit , train , supervise , and evaluate part time seasonal employees.
Transcribe and f il e commission meeting minutes. Respond to citizens promptly, fairly,
and respectfully. Perform other duties or responsibilities that may b e assigned by the
Director of Public Works
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reporting to the Director of Public Works.
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES :
Qualified candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree in recreation, physical education or a closely related field
or an equivalent combination of experience and training may be substituted for any of
the education qualifications . A minimum of two (2) years of experience in a municipal or
group re creation administration capacity ; a portion of which should be in a supervisory
capacity. Must have valid First Aid and CPR certifications. Bloodborne Pathogen’s
instructor certified playground safety inspector and Serv Safe certification preferred.
Proficient in MS Office strong communication skills and proven problem solving ,
leadership and team skills are essential . A valid State of Connecticut Driver s License is required.
Qualified candidates must submit a cover letter, resume and completed employment application to: Director of Human Resources, Borough of Naugatuck, 497 Rubber Avenue, Naugatuck, CT 06770 or via email at john.lawlor@naugatuck.k12.ct.us. Position will remain open until filled.
We are an equal opportunity employer.