Recreation Program Director Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $55,131.00 Annually
Location : 715 Amelia Church Rd, Clayton, NC
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 26-00971
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks & Rec Programs & Classes
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
Closing Date: 8/25/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
* Salary Grade SG 108* * Recruitment Salary Range: $55,131.00 - $68,857.00 *
** Salary offered will be determined based on directly related experience **
* Work Location is 715 Amelia Church Rd., Clayton, NC (Johnston County) *
The Town of Clayton is seeking applicants for a Recreation Program Supervisor in the Parks and Recreation Department. The Town of Clayton employs more than 340 full-time staff in areas including police, fire, and electric utilities. The Town of Clayton also offers a range of PT positions including positions in Parks & Rec, Library, and Cultural Arts.
The Town of Clayton is the fastest growing town in Johnston County, which is the fastest growing county in the State of North Carolina. The vision for the Town of Clayton includes a thriving town where growth contributes to the quality of life enjoyed by long-time residents and newcomers alike; easy access but with an atmosphere that feels smaller than it is; a system of parks and greenways that connect people and places; neighborhoods with a variety of quality living options; a town that offers opportunities for people to live, create, shop and eat; a bustling and historic downtown, and businesses that are successful, growing, and investing in the community.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs responsible professional and administrative work. This includes planning, organizing, promoting, and implementing activities and programs at a facility; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision of Assistant Director. Supervision is exercised over facility staff, part-time staff, and volunteers.

• Schedules and supervises the operation of an activity center providing a variety of recreation programs.
• Oversees a diversified program suited to the needs of the center's participants and potential participants.
• Schedules and supervises use of facilities by groups; enforces rules and regulations and maintains order and discipline.
• Coordinates and schedules the organization and operational activities of the Community Center and related recreational, educational, or cultural programs. Develops, markets, implements, and evaluates a variety of programs; and performs cost analysis and seeks funding for programs.
• Identifies opportunities for improving methods and procedures; identifies resource needs; reviews with appropriate management staff; and implements improvements.
• Provides customer service. Responds to and resolves customer issues and needs; provides tours and orientations; promotes and sells memberships and programs; and provides information on community services and resources.
• Oversees the maintenance related to program spaces, facility grounds, and monitors equipment for cleanliness and proper function.
• Provides staff assistance to senior management personnel; participates on a variety of committees; and prepares and present staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Coordinates community center activities with those of other divisions and outside agencies and organizations.
  Performs other related duties as required.

Special Requirements, Education & Experience

• Knowledge of and experience with clay and pottery programs, including studio practices, equipment use, ceramic arts techniques and kiln operations.
• Thorough knowledge of the operation of a major recreation facility.
• Thorough knowledge of indoor and outdoor recreation programs and related rules and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of recreation planning, programming and operations; thorough knowledge of programming for children; ability to work collaboratively with other public entities.
• Ability to deal effectively with parents; ability to manage the physical aspects of a facility.
• Ability to operate and maintain order in a public facility.
• Ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, participants, community organizations and the general public.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Parks and Recreation Management or related major field required.
• Two to four years of recreation or leisure programming experience at the minimum.

OR
Depending on the position, the Town may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above, unless otherwise subject to any other requirements set forth in law or regulation.
* SUBMIT OFFICIAL APPLICATION USING THE TOWN'S CAREER WEBSITE*
https://www.townofclaytonnc.org/
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To obtain veterans preference, you must scan and upload a copy of your DD-214 or discharge orders. Degrees must be accredited by the U.S. Department of Education. Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the online application form. Any information omitted from the application cannot be considered for qualifying credit. Attached or incorporated resumes (including Text Resume's on the on-line application) WILL NOT be used for screening for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an on-line application form. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check. Effective October 1, 2025, in accordance with North Carolina state law, all applicants for positions that involve working with children in any capacity are required to undergo criminal history record checks conducted by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI). Credit and motor checks are required for some administrative, finance and operational positions. Applicants will be required to take and pass a Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol screen once they are verbally given a conditional offer of employment. Depending on the position, employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol screens throughout their employment. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).
Town of Clayton employees enjoy many benefits including a retirement pension plan, 401K membership, Paid Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave, State Health Plan, and various other benefits. Benefits information can be found by going directly to the Town of Clayton website at:
When a salary range is posted, the actual salary will be based on relevant competencies, knowledge, skills & abilities, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. The Town of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring salary will not exceed hiring pay range unless approved by the Town Manager.
Applications may be reviewed to determine if applicants education and experience is more applicable to other vacant positions within the Town.
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How many years of full-time experience do you have in parks and recreation or a closely related field?
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Are you able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required?

• Yes
• No

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Describe your experience planning, managing, or supervising a summer camp program. How did you ensure a safe, engaging, and successful experience for campers, staff, and families?
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Why are you interested in this Recreation Program Supervisor position, and what strengths would you bring to our team?
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Tell us about a time when a program did not meet expectations. What did you learn from the experience?
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Are you willing to accept the position if offered at the recruiting salary pay range, $55,131.00 - $68,857.00?
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