Senior Center Manager, South Carroll - Department of Citizen Services / Aging & Disabilities

Senior Center Manager

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.

As a Senior Center Manager, you will manage the overall operations of a Senior Center, including supervision of staff and volunteers, program development and implementation, food service management, and statistical compilation. You will also coordinate building security and general maintenance. Your leadership will help to provide a safe, comfortable place for older persons to spend time and have social interactions.

Essential duties include : planning, developing, promoting, and implementing integrated programs and services for older adults utilizing a trauma informed approach; coordinating facility schedule, use, security, and maintenance; assessing the need for volunteers and instructors; collecting and tracking monetary donations; identifying program supply needs and assisting in the procurement process; creating flyers and newsletters to advertise center activities; reviewing budgets and recommending reallocating resources when necessary; implementing standards through policies, procedures, and work schedules; leading team training to reinforce integrity, ethics, and use of best practices; encouraging collaboration and supporting team members' work and development through mentorship; maintaining transparent communication; leading team operation to meet standards set in federal, state, and local laws; and performing additional duties in supervisor's absence.

Your skills include : hand and power tools (intermediate); Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate); data management and analysis (developing); procurement (introductory).

Your strengths include : service excellence; decision making; collaborating with others; exemplifying integrity; holistic thinking; inspirational leadership; digital literacy; continuous learning; emotional intelligence; information management; planning and organizing; safety focus.

You might be a good fit if you have a bachelor's degree in a related field, three or more years of related experience, one or more years of supervisory experience or demonstrated ability to perform supervisory duties. Required licenses and certifications include a valid driver's license, National ServSafe certification (or must obtain within 6 months of employment), CPR, AED, First Aid, and Blood Borne Pathogen certification (or must obtain within six months of employment). Additional information includes : requires criminal background check as a condition of employment; must be able to provide own transportation as needed for local travel; may be required to work outside of standard hours. Working conditions include : must wear appropriate PPE as required; frequent physical activity; frequent exposure to potentially adverse environmental conditions.

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711 / 800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.