Superintendent - Recreation Facilities

This is an exciting time to join Team Merriam!

This position supports the City of Merriam’s mission by directing the day-to-day facility operations and members services pertaining to Merriam's Recreation Facilities, ensuring high-quality services while promoting the City's values. 

FIRST REVIEW DATE OF APPLICATIONS: March 10, 2026

Essential Functions

• Plans, directs, and coordinates Merriam Community Center and Park Facility daily operations, including staff supervision, facility maintenance, safety procedures, rule enforcement, customer service, and cash-handling protocols.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates instructor payments, donation requests, Corporate Memberships, and scholarship initiatives, including oversight of documentation, approvals, and program execution.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates the collection and maintenance of participation statistics to support long-range planning, budgeting, and revenue analysis; recommends fees and charges to meet established revenue goals.
• Plans, directs, and coordinates the maintenance and readiness of outdoor facilities available for public rental, ensuring safety, functionality, and customer satisfaction.
• Serves as the departmental network administrator for Windows-based recreation software and coordinates staff training related to system use.
• Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the department budget and replacement schedule, ensuring sound fiscal control and adherence to best practices. • Observes and evaluates facility operations; develops, conducts, and analyzes research and surveys to support efficient operations.
• Assists in the development and implementation of department policies and procedures, including facility goals and fee structures.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and models appropriate personal safety practices.
• Directly supervises the Recreation Manager – Fitness/Aquatics, Guest Services Manager, and Custodian.
• Indirectly oversees the Recreation Coordinator – Aquatics, Recreation Coordinator – Fitness, and Guest Services Coordinator.
• Assumes responsibility for department operations in the absence of the Director.
• Ensures compliance with department policies, procedures, and City regulations.
• Assists in the promotion, advertising, and marketing of division programming and activities.
• Provides support at the Welcome Desk as needed and performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership in parks and recreation management and facility operations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, window-based recreation software and internet applications.
• Proficiency in human resource management, work organization, staff supervision and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of park maintenance, playground safety, and community center operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, and the public.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP) (or ability to obtain).
• Current certification in CPR/AED and First Aid (or ability to obtain).

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Leisure Service, Park Resources or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum five to seven years progressively responsible experience in parks and recreation.
• At least four years of supervisory experience.