BMX Track Operator- Parks & Recreation Department at City of Port St. Lucie – Port St. Lucie, Florida

The City of Port St. Lucie is an equal opportunity employer.

This position requires the applicant to successfully pass a drug screening and a level II background check.

Please note that this is an external job posting intended for non-city employees. If you are a current city employee applying through this posting, your application will not be reviewed with other internal candidates. In order to be considered with internal candidates, please apply on the internal posting by clicking HERE.

Under the general direction of the General Operations Manager, the Track Operator assists with overseeing the daily operations and maintenance of the BMX Track facility, including USA BMX-sanctioned and non-sanctioned programming, facility supervision, event operations, rider instruction, and staff oversight. Work hours may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on programming schedules, practices, races, and special events, and may be adjusted as needed. This position ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality programming. Facilitates the development of public trust and confidence in the City.

The following duties are illustrative of this position. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Keeps the mission, vision, and values of the City of Port St. Lucie at the forefront of decision-making and action; builds strategic and collaborative relationships and interacts with others in a way that builds confidence and trust; provides excellent customer service by taking action to accomplish objectives; maintains high levels of work and productivity by generating innovative solutions to work situations.
• Build and maintain strategic, collaborative relationships with facility user groups, families, track operators, volunteers, and potential BMX clubs while ensuring a high standard of customer service.
• Assist in the overall management and daily operations of the BMX track and All-Wheels facility, including USA BMX and non-USA BMX programming, events, practices, races, rentals, and concessions to ensure safe conditions.
• Enforce facility rules and safety standards consistent with USA BMX and City policies.
• Directly oversee the operation and execution of sanctioned and non-sanctioned events, ensuring proper track usage, safety compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Perform supervisory responsibilities for the Assistant Track Operator, non-supervisory staff, and volunteers; provide training, direction, and performance oversight as assigned.
• Serve in a leadership capacity in the absence of the General Operations Manager, assuming all necessary supervisory and operational duties to ensure continuity of facility operations.
• Coordinate BMX programming, clinics, leagues, and special events.
• Open and close the facility; oversee setup and breakdown for events and programs.
• Coach and instruct riders of all skill levels in accordance with program standards.
• Accept payments and process program and rental transactions using RecTrac software; maintain accurate records and prepare required weekly USA BMX and RecTrac reports.
• Coordinate program scheduling and assist with membership tracking, attendance reporting, and related administrative documentation.
• Manage and support the bike loaner program, including equipment maintenance, inventory control, and usage oversight.
• Recruit, coordinate, and manage volunteers supporting USA BMX programming and facility operations.
• Monitor and supervise maintenance of the track, grounds, buildings, equipment, and common areas; perform and oversee manual and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work as needed.
• Conduct routine facility and safety inspections; document maintenance needs and ensure timely corrective action.
• Operate City vehicles in accordance with policy; perform required safety checks and inspections.
• Prepare and deliver daily written and verbal reports as required.
• Assist with inventory management, budget-related needs, and equipment purchasing recommendations.
• Provide informational guidance to the public regarding facility use, programs, and events.
• Develop and maintain daily social media content and website updates to promote programming and community engagement.
• Other duties as may be assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the City’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma is required. A minimum of five (5) years of BMX racing experience is preferred. A minimum of one (1) or more years of supervisory experience is required. Must be actively involved in and passionate about the sport.

A comparable amount of training, education, or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• USA BMX coaching certification and/or prior coaching experience required within 6 months from the date of hire.
• CPR/AED certification is required to be obtained within 6 months of the date of hire.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a clean driving record are required, with the ability to obtain a valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days from the date of hire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

• Strong knowledge and understanding of all aspects of BMX track operations, including USA BMX guidelines and rules for proper programming.
• General knowledge of BMX track equipment is preferred, including but not limited to gate operations and the Public Address (PA) system.
• Strong knowledge, understanding, and familiarity with safety standards, incident reporting, and risk management practices at recreational sports facilities.
• Ability to work with MotoMaker and RecTrac software.
• Knowledge in asset management, including maintenance for the purposes of the loaner bike program.
• Skill in public speaking during meetings, events, etc.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment required to perform duties.
• Ability to lead staff effectively.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to provide effective direction in safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Ability to focus on the positive in every situation.
• Ability to model respect for individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Ability to stay centered when challenged.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow through with assigned tasks.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions that may be adverse and extreme (heat, humidity, cold, rain, etc.). The employee is frequently exposed to noise, dust, fumes, airborne particles, uneven surfaces, heights, and stressful situations.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Please Read Carefully

Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must upload and submit attached copies of their education credentials with the employment application. Please be sure to attach all required documents to your employment application each time you apply. Uploaded documents remain in your online profile, but they will not attach automatically, and you will be deemed ineligible without the proper documentation.

ALL DOCUMENTS SUBMITTED MUST BE CLEAR, LEGIBLE, AND IN PROPER FORMAT.

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) ARE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION AND ARE ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PROOF:

1. Proof of education in the form of a diploma, degree, or transcripts. Foreign diplomas/degrees must be submitted with a credential evaluation report from an approved credential evaluation agency*. Translations of diplomas/degrees are not accepted. Audit/Academic reports are not accepted as substitutions for college transcripts.
2. Driver's License: A Valid Driver's License from any state (Equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized upon application; however, within thirty (30) days from the date of hire, a State of Florida Driver's License (Class E or higher) must be presented.

*Approved Credential Evaluation Agencies:

Credential evaluation reports showing the United States equivalency for academic credentials earned in other countries may be provided by:

• An accredited four-year college or university in the United States, OR
• A current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), OR
• A current member of the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE), OR
• A recognized Professional Organization

For an additional list of approved credential evaluation agencies, visit the Florida Department of Education

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all required documents submitted with the employment application are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible for eligibility determination or risk being disqualified.

Applicants, including City of Port St Lucie employees, must completely detail their work experience on the employment application or risk being disqualified. Resumes will not be reviewed in place of the employment application.

It is the applicant's responsibility to update their online profile with personal data, work experience, education, and certifications when submitting application(s); failure to do so may result in disqualification.