Recreation Center Manager

Live. Work. Explore. as a part of our Administrative/HR team in Grand Canyon National Park!

Grand Canyon National Park Lodges operates 6 hotels, 7 retail shops, and various restaurants and dining facilities in the historic Grand Canyon Village. No matter what your job is, you will be a proud steward of the park and play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to our guests! As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park is a place of remarkable beauty, peace, scenic grandeur and top-notch hospitality.

 We’re hiring a Recreation Center Manager to Live. Work. Explore. at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon!

 Job Summary: Oversee the operation of the Community Recreation Center, including program administration, facilities management, recordkeeping and submitting monthly reports to the Recreation Center Board.

 The Details:
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round
Pay: $43,000+ per year
Schedule: May include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Housing: Eligible for a private 1-bedroom apartment for $352 per month

Why Grand Canyon South Rim?
We are a welcoming community who work hard, share a real passion for the environment, and enjoy crafting memorable experiences for our guests. As part of the Xanterra Travel Collection®, we are the primary authorized concessionaire at the Grand Canyon South Rim, and proud stewards of the park.

Life at the South Rim:

• Low-cost employee housing and on-site employee meals (cafeteria-style)

• Free on-site laundry facility, free shuttle service, and Wi-Fi (limited bandwidth)

• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities

• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks:

• Rec Center – Fitness Equipment, Computers, and Free WiFi

• Paid Day off on your birthday with restaurant & retail discounts

• Discounted mule rides

• Free Grand Canyon Railway Train Rides

• Exclusive retail, lodging, and dining discounts at other Xanterra properties

• Generous benefit program for eligible employees

• 15% Verizon service/products discount

• $350 Referral Bonus Program

• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of the Community Recreation Center.

• Ensure community programs and accessibility by constant interaction with community residents, groups, businesses and Board of Directors to maximize use of the Recreation Center for all members and of the greater Grand Canyon Community.

• Responsible for the facility cleanliness, maintenance and security of the Recreation Center and all items therein. Collaborate with the Board of Directors, NPS and Xanterra to make purchases and improvements as needed. 

• Oversee planning and implementation of Recreation Center trips and events, with a goal of maximizing participation through activity selection, budgeting, scheduling and advertising.

• Assist in the preparation of the budget related activities including maintaining the business ledgers; follow-up on sponsorships payments annually, forecasting purchases; making payments to vendors; coordinating tax preparing to maintain the 501© designation; preparing and presenting monthly reports to the Board of Directors regarding Community Recreation Center funds.

• Assists and administers annual financial plan for Xanterra South Rim, LLC Recreation Center budget.

• Create and maintain scholarship program and process for high school students.

• Supervises recreation center staff including provision of timely performance evaluations; recommends and implements approved discipline; provides staff development; and maintains high standards necessary for efficient, professional operations.

• Adheres to guidelines, policies and by-laws established by the Board of Directors and Xanterra.

• Ensure compliance with DOT regulations as they relate to the Recreation Center Van and employee drivers.

• Oversee routine checks of Recreation Center equipment, makes repairs and/or authorizes purchases of new equipment that are within the established budget.

• Provide support and awareness to company sustainability policies and practices.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management or four years management experience of a recreational facility or equivalent experience.

• Strong communication and customer service skills to interact with guests, employees, community members, Board of Directors and National Park Service personnel.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to problem solve and handle multiple priorities effectively.

• Demonstrated organizational skills in event and program coordination, planning and execution.

• Experience and ability to write and manage an annual financial plan.

• Strong computer skills in Microsoft programs such as Outlook, Excel, Word, as well as bookkeeping software and social media platforms.

• Knowledge of computer software and hardware to maintain Recreation Center computer lab equipment.

• Knowledge of weight and fitness equipment use and repair.

• Ability to acquire CPR/First Aid certification within 6 months of hire.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Card within the first 2 weeks in the position.

• Ability to acquire Food handling certification within 30 days of hire.

• Ability to acquire Cash Handling certification within 30 days of hire.

• Ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License within 30 days of hire and comply with the company Driver Safety Program.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.