WHO WE ARE
Montgomery County Department of Recreation is a nationally recognized and award-winning agency with a mission to provide high quality, diverse, and accessible community-based programs, activities, and services that serve the recreation and leisure needs of the Montgomery County community. The department manages 39 facilities including recreation centers, senior centers, and indoor and outdoor aquatic facilities and provides thousands of programs such as out-of-school activities, aquatics, classes, youth and adult sports programs and leagues, senior programs, and therapeutic recreation.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We’re seeking a passionate and strategic Recreation Supervisor at our Silver Spring Recreation and Aquatic Center (SSRAC).  SSRAC is our newest and only combination recreation and aquatic center.   This facility sits in the heart of Silver Spring and consists of three levels which includes a game room, weight room, full size gym and pools.  This position will oversee the daily operations, staffing, maintenance, programming, scheduling, and safety of a large-scale indoor facility with three pools including diving boards, kids pool, deep and shallow lap lanes.  This role supports the entire facility and is perfect for a visionary leader who thrives on collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and community impact. You’ll play a key role in shaping programs, optimizing space utilization, and ensuring an exceptional experience for all visitors—while guiding your team toward excellence in service and safety.

>>>  This job ad may fill multiple vacancies within the "Aquatics Team". The assigned work location is subject to change based on operational needs. <<<


Recreation is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and values diverse perspectives, lived experiences and cultures. Recreation encourages BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color), immigrants, women, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Recreation Supervisor, your duties will include:

• Leadership and Supervision: Recruits, hires, trains, coaches, supervises, and evaluates the performance of career and seasonal staff, as well as contractors.
• Safety Standards: Ensures the facility complies with all local, state, and federal safety regulations, and verifies that all staff meet required qualifications.
• Administrative Oversight and Compliance: Manages administrative responsibilities while ensuring adherence to applicable policies and procedures at all levels.
• Budget and Finance: Oversees the purchase of necessary supplies and chemicals, and monitors budget processes to ensure compliance with financial guidelines.
• Customer Service: Maintains a responsive and inclusive workforce to serve a diverse community, sets high standards for service delivery, and ensures staff accountability. Engages in proactive outreach and responds to customer and stakeholder needs.

Successful candidates should demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Working knowledge of aquatic processes, including general maintenance, chemical handling, safety, staffing requirements
• Working knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, arithmetic, and standard office practices
• Ability to create and maintain working relationships with all stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate office records and generate reports
• Clear and effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficiency with standard office software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to multitask and manage several clerical responsibilities simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to exercise sound judgment, courtesy, and professionalism when interacting with the stakeholders

Important things to Know:

• This position will require work beyond a standard 40-hour week, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on occasion, in outdoor or extreme weather conditions.
• The selected candidate will be required to complete a background investigation and medical history review prior to appointment.
• This position will require onsite facility management responsibilities and will involve travel to various program locations throughout the County and is available for situational telework.
• To ensure compliance with laws and to support a positive work culture, all required mandatory trainings must be completed within 3 to 6 months of hire, or as specified.

• Experience: Four (4) years of related professional experience in the recreation field.   
• Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• License:  Montgomery County Pool Operators License or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• License:  Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid class “C” (or equivalent) driver’s license from the applicant's state of residence if required by the position of assignment