Applications Programming Manager jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

• Knowledge of municipal recreation management principles and procedures
• Ability to assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate recreation programs such as instructional/skilled classes/courses/recitals; afterschool programs; summer camp programs
• Recreation facility management skills and experience in supervising staff and operating facilities
• Effective Problem-solving skills: ability to work independently; demonstrate sound judgment
• Ability to effectively prioritize work and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to develop and maintain a budget, complete reports such as financial, payroll, and activity reports according to established BREC financial procedures
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of various software applications such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite,
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and the public, as well as to relate to others in a positive manner
• Ability to supervise and work in a team environment
• Public relations skills including public speaking and presentation abilities
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, staff, volunteers, patrons, BREC officials, community interest groups, and the general public.

• Assesses and evaluates the recreational needs of the community
• Supervises: hires, counsels, discipline, evaluate employee performance, and trains staff on job functions and promotes a team environment including instructors, summer camp staff and volunteers
• Trains staff, 30 to 50 members at peak time, in recreation programming, supervisory skills, safety and security, and customer service
• Prepares unit budget, reviews and monitors revenues and expenditures and track payments; seeks product quotes and prepares purchase orders; prepares financial reports; develops and monitors performance measures, statistics, program service evaluations, marketing efforts and other daily administrative functions
• Effectively communicates BREC policy and procedures to staff as changes occur
• Plans, develops, organizes, coordinates, promotes, and directs well-balanced recreation programs
• Selects placement of programs and events throughout East Baton Rouge Parish
• Ensure maintenance of supplies, equipment, and facility
• Communicates regularly with community partners, civic groups and business organizations throughout East Baton Rouge Parish
• Ensures coordination of program/facility needs with other BREC departments
• Handles staff/participant complaints following standardized procedures
• Attend and participate in Department meetings and provide information to fellow staff
• Gain sponsorships for programs and events. Work with community partners to maintain partnerships.
• Coordinate all activities pertaining to holiday and summer camps, afterschool programming, and general recreation programs

• Assists other BREC departments in clarification and dissemination of information to staff and public.
• Assumes duties in absence of supervisor-of-record to respond to immediate concerns to ensure efficiency and prompt service to employees and the public.
• Assists with community events and other BREC, programs and services.

An offer of employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment criminal background check, Motor Vehicle Records check, drug screen and physical.