Job Title: RECREATION ASSISTANT MANAGER - RACES & SPECIAL EVENTS
Salary Range: $68,274.00 Annually
Location: City Commons Building - St. George, UT
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202600050
Department: PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES

Job Description: Position Summary

Recreation Assistant Manager Range: (62) $68,274/year
Individuals hired in this position have the opportunity to progress up to $102,412/year, which is the maximum salary for this position as of December 2025.

Benefits: Full City Benefits Package. The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. New hires also receive 2 weeks of vacation time during their first year of employment, one of which is available to the employee the first day of employment.

Position Summary
Under general direction of the City of St. George, Assistant Director of Parks& Community Services, manages all aspects of the St. George Marathon and assists with all other community events and races.

Essential Functions/Typical Working/Mental Demands/Working Conditions

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

1. Responsible for hiring, training, and supervision of staff necessary to ensure successful marathon and races.
2. Manages operation of the St. George Marathon and all other community events. Orders supplies as needed.
3. Develops, organizes, and implements existing and new races and events. Conducts related research and recommends changes in policies, procedures, standards, programs, fees, etc. Designs and implements marketing programs to enhance attendance and revenues.
4. Coordinates public relations programs and publicity campaigns to attract participation, attendance of St George races and events. Solicits community support and assistance for these programs.
5. Administers annual operating budget for the St.George Marathon. Ensures all programs are operating within budget. Develops annual operations budget by providing the Assistant Director with projections and recommendations for future programming and staffing needs.
6. Responsible for collection, handling, and recording of all revenues. Prepares weekly and quarterly reports showing revenues and attendance at the St.George Marathon and other events.
7. Responds to complaints received by the Parks & Community Services Department and follows through to resolve problems.
8. Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions
Moderately heavy physical activity. Required to push, pull, or lift medium heavy weights. Uncomfortable working positions such as stooping, crouching, and bending. May have a few disagreeable elements such as appearance of work place, poor ventilation, or uneven temperatures. Risk of bodily injury is moderate under normal conditions. Occupational safety and health hazards may be encountered under controlled conditions. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior. May require working more than 40 hours per week during peak season.Qualifications

Education: Graduation from accredited college or university with bachelor’s degree in recreational management, physical education, or closely related field.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years full time paid management experience in recreation. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.
Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver license. A valid Utah Driver License must be obtained within 60 days of hire and be maintained throughout employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Budgeting and recordkeeping.
• Recreational equipment and facilities.
• Marathons, Races, and Events.

Skills:

• Computer literate and skilled in word processing and spreadsheets.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and implement recreational and special event programs.
• Establish and maintain effective working relations with elected officials, department heads, employees, the public, and officials and employees of other jurisdictions.
• Supervise a staff which varies in size.

Benefits for full-time employees:

Health Care

The City of St. George covers 100% of the premiums for the High Deductible health plan for full-time employees and their qualified dependents. The City also offers two Traditional medical plans. Employees have the option to upgrade to one of the City’s Traditional medical plans with a lower deductible by paying a premium for the selected plan. The City also offers voluntary benefits including dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, and retirement savings plans at the employee’s cost and discretion. Health care coverage begins the first day of employment.

Retirement

The City fully funds an employee pension plan through Utah Retirement Systems for each active full-time employee.

Paid Time Off

Paid time off (PTO) hours are accrued according to the number of hours paid. Based on a full 40-hour work week, paid time off is accrued as follows: 2 weeks for years 0 through 3.99, 3 weeks for years 4 through 11.99, and 4 weeks for 12+ years.

Holidays

The City has 13 paid holidays each year. If unused, holiday time can be used as Paid Time Off.

Sick Leave

The City provides 12 days of sick leave each year. You can accrue sick leave without limit.

Life Insurance

All active full-time employees enrolled in the employer sponsored medical plan are provided with $50,000 worth of life insurance. Spouses and dependents are provided with $5000 and $2500 respectively. Full-time employees are also provided with an AD&D policy for $50,000.

Long Term Disability

All active full-time employees enrolled in the employer sponsored medical plan are provided with LTD insurance benefits.

Educational Assistance Program

The City offers a reimbursement of 75% of the tuition and required student fees, up to $2,000 per fiscal year, for pre-approved courses for full-time employees when the employee meets the eligibility requirements. This reimbursement is not a guarantee, it is subject to the approval of the Department Head. Reimbursement will be reduced by any other financial aid that does not have to be repaid, such as the GI Bill, scholarships and grants.

Employee Assistance Program

The City offers an Employee Assistance Program to give full-time employees an additional level of support for personal, financial, and family issues. The Employee Assistance Program is 100% Confidential, offers a 24/7 Crisis Support Line, and there are no limits for sessions with a licensed counselor.

Recreation Benefit

Free or discounted access to all 4 City Golf Courses, swimming pools and Recreation Center is available to all full-time employees.

Note: Golf course privileges are based on availability. Employees can book a tee-time within 24 hours or the same day, but may be turned away if there are no available tee-times. If you happen to be golfing with at least 2 paying customers; tee times can be set with more advance notice, but are still based on availability. Red Hills Golf Course will not be available to schedule tee times in advance --- walk on play based on availability only.

Voluntary Benefits

Short-Term Disability, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance; each are available on a voluntary basis to all Active Full-Time employees enrolled in an employer sponsored medical plan.

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Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Recreation Management, Physical Education, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

Do you have a minimum of three (3) years full time paid management experience in recreation. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

• Yes
• No