Director of Recreation

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Department leader for all aspects of the pools, beach, and kids' areas, in addition to the water entertainment facilities,  including overall maintenance, daily upkeep, cleanliness and the operation of cabana units. Provides and models service behavior to guests and employees. Reinforces appropriate culture to provide service to guests. Responsible for employee satisfaction and conducting administrative activities to ensure employees are treated in a fair and equitable manner for Recreation teams. Position works with direct reports to develop and implement departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives while meeting financial goals.

 

CANDIDATE PROFILE 

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 3 years experience in the recreation/health club operations or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Health Education, Physical Education, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 3 years experience in the recreation/health club operations or related professional area.

 

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Directing Recreation Operations

• Supervising and managing employees. Managing all day-to-day operations. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.

• Monitoring quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.

• Demonstrating knowledge of job-relevant issues, products, systems, and processes.

• Utilizing interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

• Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.

• Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.

• Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.

• Managing outside vendors including water sports and scuba.

• Ordering and managing necessary supplies. Ensuring workers have supplies, equipment, tools, and uniforms necessary to do their jobs.

• Developing and managing the children's program (e.g., coordinates activities, purchases equipment and supplies etc.).

• Managing group activities including sand painting, bon fires, and team building events.

• Managing pool and beach areas, including overall maintenance, daily upkeep and cleanliness, and the operation of cabana units.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.

• Providing services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.

• Improving service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

Conducting Human Resources Activities

• Overseeing all Human Resources activities in the Recreation Department.

• Overseeing employee satisfaction and guest satisfaction results, and ensures corrective action is taken when needed.

• Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.

• Participating in the performance appraisal system process, giving feedback when needed.

• Coordinating all training activities for employees in department.

• Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

• Communicating expectations and performance objectives to subordinates; subordinates are also open to raise questions and/or concerns.

 

 

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of “Wonderful Hospitality. Always.” by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that’s synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

JW Marriott is part of Marriott International's luxury portfolio and consists of more than 100 beautiful properties in gateway cities and distinctive resort locations around the world. JW believes our associates come first. Because if you’re happy, our guests will be happy. JW Marriott associates are confident, innovative, genuine, intuitive, and carry on the legacy of the brand’s namesake and company founder, J.Willard Marriott. Our hotels offer a work experience unlike any other, where you’ll be part of a community and enjoy true camaraderie with a diverse group of co-workers. JW creates opportunities for training, development, recognition and most importantly, a place where you can pursue your passions in a luxury environment with a focus on holistic well-being. Treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we take care of our associates. That’s The JW Treatment™. In joining JW Marriott, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin  your purpose,  belong  to an amazing global​ team, and  become  the best version of you.