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Recreation Services Section Manager

Salary

$93,246.40 - $125,881.60 Annually

Location

Eugene, OR

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

4304

Department

Library, Recreation & Cultural Services

Division

Recreation Division

Opening Date

10/29/2025

Closing Date

11/19/2025 5:15 PM Pacific

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General Statement of Duties

The Recreation Section Manager is a significant and rewarding leadership position in the City of Eugene Library, Recreation, & Cultural Services Division. There are currently two positions available: the Aquatics Section Manager and the Community Center Section Manager. These positions manage, direct, organize, and evaluate the operations of Community Centers and/or Aquatics facilities within their portfolios. The Community Center Section Manager’s portfolio includes services at Amazon Community Center, Sheldon Community Center, Petersen Barn Community Center, Hilyard Community Center, and Campbell Community Center. The Aquatics Section Manager is responsible for services delivered through Echo Hollow Pool, Sheldon Pool and Amazon Pool. These positions are responsible for administration, budgetary and fiscal oversight, staff supervision, and strategic planning of their respective facilities. Section Managers coordinate and collaborate with providers throughout Lane County, including school districts, local and national no-profit organizations, and BIMPOC community organizations. Section Managers also provide comprehensive project management responsibilities and complex administrative assistance to the Recreation Services Director, including but not limited to; strategic direction, change management, and process improvement.

Successful Candidate Characteristics:

+ Energized by service to community

+ Led by a heart for humans from every aspect of the communities that make up Eugene Committed to growing recreation programs that support inclusion and well-being

+ Devoted to the development and encouragement of your staff.

+ Inspired by creative collaboration with community stakeholders.

+ Determination to succeed through growth and commitment

Application Deadline: Friday, November 19, 2025 at 5 p.m. P.T. Accepting Online Applications Only

Information on How to Apply (https://www.eugene-or.gov/674/How-to-Apply)

Classification: Manager 1 (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/eugene/classspecs/1752479?keywords=Manager%201&pagetype=classSpecifications)

Salary: $93,246.40 - $125,881.60 Annually

The City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA) (https://www.oregon.gov/boli/workers/pages/equal-pay.aspx) .

Department, Division: Library, Recreation and Cultural Services, Recreation Services

Union representation: Non-Represented, Exempt

Work Location: (Address to be entered by Peter) and various locations throughout City of Eugene as business requires.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with occasional weekends and evenings per business need.

Benefits: The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits. For more information, select the Benefits Tab, or view benefits summaries (https://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/View/59858/Benefits-at-a-Glance-Guide) as well as see information about all employee benefits (https://www.eugene-or.gov/253/Employee-Benefits) .

Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see “Supplemental Information” at the end of the posting for more information.

Living & Working in Eugene: Information about living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more can be found on our website (https://eugene-or.gov/4913/Living-Working-In-Eugene) .

Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives supervision from the Recreation Services Director and works as a Strategic team member with other Section Mangers and Recreation Administration

Exercises leadership and direct supervision over professional, paraprofessional, clerical, and temporary staff

Duties:

To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification: Manager 1

+ Responsible for leading significant project management initiatives that will benefit the Recreation Division, and the Library, Recreation, and Cultural Services Department.

+ Develops positive and collaborative relationships with staff in other divisions of the City of Eugene with specific emphasis on Facility Management, Library, Cultural Services, Community Development, and Parks and Open Space.

+ Contributes to long-range system planning

+ Recommends and assists in the development and implementation of strategic goals and objectives; establishes schedules and methods for section services; implements policies and procedures.

+ Responsible for fiscal management of Section’s budget, including developing, forecasting, monitoring, revising, and accounting for expenditures and revenues.

+ Develops innovative partnerships with city, county, and statewide agencies; works with representatives of the business and civic community to obtain participation in and support for recreation services.

+ Researches and evaluates regional and national trends and developments in other organizations and agencies that have an impact on city policies, projects and future services

+ Directs and/or participates in monitoring, analyzing and evaluating section activities and results; develops and applies appropriate tools for needs assessment and program evaluation; establishes and utilizes performance indicators; leads changes in services and operations.

+ Responsible for the selection, supervision and evaluation of assigned staff; assigns work and ensures appropriate training is provided; investigates complaints; recommends and administers disciplinary actions; handles sensitive personnel matters and recommends grievance responses; exercises full supervision over employees.

+ Ensures Department implementation of the City's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives and understands the needs of the BIPOC community in relationship to the services provided by the Recreation Division.

+ Plan, organize, manage, and administer functions, activities, and services of a program(s)

+ Direct and approve, including through direct report supervisor(s) the planning, prioritizing, assigning, supervising, training, and review of a diverse workforce.

+ Oversee, develop, and administer budget, including forecasting resources; monitor budget to actual revenues and expenditures and suggest adjustments.

+ Review and analyze pertinent statutes, regulations, ordinances, and policies in terms of impact on organizational unit and to ensure compliance.

+ Provide leadership to attract, develop, and retain diverse, highly competent, service-oriented staff.

+ Prepare and present narrative and statistical program performance reports and recommendations to supervisors, management, and executive-level positions.

+ Collaborate with communities of color and people traditionally underrepresented in local decision-making; facilitate inclusive participation in programs and activities; communicate cross-culturally.

+ Utilize City-specific technology and general office software to streamline processes and improve efficiency.

+ Actively supports and respects diversity in the workplace.

+ Performs related and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. The City will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role. Licenses/Certifications that are listed as minimum qualifications must be held to be considered for the position.

Knowledge of:

+ Effective leadership and management styles and practices. Project Management strategies and skills.

+ Community engagement strategies and skills.

+ Facility management, including safety systems, emergency response, and medical operations

+ City of Eugene Council Visions and Goals

+ Principles and practices of organization, administration, and personnel management. Principles and practices of supervision, training, and performance management.

+ Principles and procedures of municipal budget preparation and administration. Development and implementation of revenue producing programs and activities. Methods and techniques of effective project management, group problem solving, consensus management, conflict management, and negotiation strategies.

+ Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. Current literature, trends and developments in recreation.

+ Recreational, social, and cultural needs of the community. Principles of service delivery.

+ Management theory and principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and organizational development.

+ Federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, and policies relevant to program management, including understanding of compliance requirements and implications.

+ City policies, rules, and bargaining agreements, and their application to assigned staff, with an emphasis on equitable practices and inclusion.

+ Operational and strategic planning principles and practices, including goal setting, performance measurement, and evaluation methodologies.

Skills and Abilities in:

+ Be an effective and positive leader that embraces the overall organizational values and communicates those values to employees and members of the public.

+ Have open, honest, direct, and respectful conversations with staff, community members and other city employees regarding a wide variety of issues that could include vision for the future, performance feedback, facility concerns, emergency responses, patron complaints and program changes.

+ Foster an environment where staff can create and administer innovative programs or projects and ensure successful completion.

+ Manage significant projects that involve public engagement and staff teams from different divisions and departments working together for a shared result.

+ Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.

+ Supervise, train, evaluate and develop assigned staff.

+ Work cooperatively and develop effective working relationships with co-workers, other divisions, departments, outside agencies and organizations, and diverse community groups.

+ Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present information clearly and persuasively in public settings, negotiate effectively, and resolve conflicts diplomatically.

+ Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to independently develop sound decisions, conclusions, and recommendations, including the ability to anticipate and mitigate risks.

+ Budget preparation and administration skills, including forecasting resources, monitoring expenditures, conducting financial analyses, and making strategic recommendations.

+ Multicultural workforce management skills to promote an equitable workplace environment, apply equitable program practices to diverse and complex City services, and foster inclusive leadership practices.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Experience:

Five years of professional experience developing, implementing, and managing programs, projects, and/or personnel functions within an organizational unit, including two years in a full supervisory role.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of or ability to obtain, and maintain as appropriate, valid Oregon driver's license. Must pass driving records check and if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City’s standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

First Aid & CPR

Background: Must pass a criminal background check.

Supplemental Information

Health and Wellbeing: The City of Eugene believes that our employees and their families are the backbone of our organization. Keeping them well, both physically and mentally, is an organizational value that we strive to meet at every phase of the employee lifecycle. We offer a robust variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. To find out more about our offerings, visit this page (https://www.eugene-or.gov/3532/Employee-Health-and-Wellbeing) .

Bilingual Pay Benefit: This benefit compensates non-represented employees up to 5%oftheir base salary. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must demonstrate fluency in an eligible language and pass a language proficiency test that is administrated by the City’s Employee Resource Center division.

Retirement Program: Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution, to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). In addition, the City will pay a 3% contribution to a deferred compensation program if the employee contributes at least 1%.

Eligibility List: This posting may also be used to establish an eligibility list of applicants for future vacancies. Candidates that are placed on the eligibility list will be notified via email which will include the duration of the list and how notification of call up will occur.

What to Expect from our Selection Process

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. The selection process varies according to the position and can include such things as screening of supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, ability or fitness tests, interviews, and assessment processes. In addition, background investigations and records checks may be required. Some positions also require applicants to have a psychological evaluation and/or physical examination and a drug test prior to employment. Marijuana use is evaluated consistent with current state law regulations. PLEASE NOTE: Once the posting closes, the process can take 4-6 weeks to complete.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States. NOTE: The City of Eugene does not participate in the E-Verify program; therefore, candidates requiring E-Verify for employment authorization will not be eligible for employment with the City.

If a job posting indicates this position is temporary (not limited duration) then the employee serves at will. Temporary employees do not receive benefits through the City of Eugene unless required by City, State or Federal code/statute.

Salary and Benefits

The normal starting salary is the first step shown on the posting. Other placement in the salary range may be considered depending on qualifications and experience. Periodic advancement through the salary range is dependent upon merit. The City provides a full range of benefits, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement benefits, deferred compensation, physical examination, life insurance, and long-term disability. Health, dental, and vision benefits are available.

To view a summary of benefits (http://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/Home/View/1817) and/or benefit premium rates (http://www.eugene-or.gov/DocumentCenter/Home/View/1811) click the respective link. Click here to view information about Total Worker Health. (https://www.eugene-or.gov/3955/Total-Worker-Health)