2010-1022010-102
Resolution Consolidating the Positions of Recreation Director and Senior Center Director
for the Town of Wappinger Recreation Department
At a regular meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County,
New York, held at Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappingers Falls, New York, on February
22, 2010.
The meeting was called to order by Christopher Colsey, Supervisor, and upon roll being
called, the following were present:
PRESENT: Supervisor
Councilmembers
ABSENT:
Christopher J. Colsey
William H. Beale
Vincent F. Bettina (arrived at 7:01 PM)
Ismay Czarniecki
Joseph P. Paoloni
The following Resolution was introduced by Councilman Bettina and seconded by
Councilwoman Czarniecki.
WHEREAS, the Town of Wappinger appointed Jaclyn Smith to the part-time position of
Recreation Director, through Resolution 2009-073, on February 9, 2009; and
WHEREAS, prior to the appointment, Dutchess County Personnel Department reviewed
the credentials of Jaclyn Smith and determined that she held the qualifications in accordance
with the Civil Service guidelines for the position of Recreation Director; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the Civil Service job description for the title Recreation Director
has been provided to the Town Board in advance of this resolution; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with her appointment, Jaclyn Smith challenged the Civil
Service examination for Recreation Director on February 6, 2010; and
WHEREAS, a vacancy occurred in the position of Recreation Leader (Senior Center)
due to a voluntary resignation effective February 12, 2010; and
WHEREAS, the Town Board discussed the proposal, as initiated by the Town
Supervisor, to utilize the part-time Recreation Director to supervise the Senior Center in addition
to oversight of the Town recreation programs, for the creation of a full-time Recreation Director;
and
WHEREAS, the Town Supervisor gained advice from Dutchess County Personnel
Department in respect to this proposal and such was determined consistent with the job duties of
the role; and
WHEREAS, Jaclyn Smith currently earns $15,450 annually through budget line
B7310.100 for the part-time (hourly) post of Recreation Director; and
WHEREAS, the position of Senior Center Director is budgeted in the amount of
$28,840.00 in the 2010 Town of Wappinger Budget; and
WHEREAS, the proposed position would be funded from budget lines B7310.100
(Recreation Director) and A7620.100 (Senior Director) for the total amount of $36,400.00
($20.00/hr) based upon a thirty-five (35) hour work week.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Town Supervisor Christopher Colsey
is hereby authorized to appoint Jaclyn Smith to the full-time role of Recreation Director with the
responsibilities to provide supervision to the Senior Center and Youth Recreation programs of
the Town of Wappinger.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that compensation for said role shall be in the amount
of Twenty Dollars and 00/100 ($20.00) per hour to be funded from budget line B7310.100
(Recreation Director) and A7620.100 (Senior Director).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the office of the Recreation Director be re -located
to the Town of Wappinger Senior Center using in-house labor force. Further, the Recreation
Director is permitted to utilize off-site Town owned buildings to conduct employee meetings,
resident seminars and classes, and to conduct off-site Town business as deemed necessary to
ensure the success and integrity of the Town of Wappinger Recreation programs.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this position shall be deemed effective upon
adoption by the Town Board.
The foregoing was put to a vote which resulted as follows:
CHRISTOPHER COLSEY, SUPERVISOR
Voting:
AYE
WILLIAM H. BEALE, COUNCILMAN
Voting:
AYE
VINCENT F. BETTINA, COUNCILMAN
Voting:
AYE
ISMAY CZARNIECKI, COUNCILWOMAN
Voting:
AYE
JOSEPH P. PAOLONI, COUNCILMAN
Voting:
NAY
Dated: Wappingers Falls, New York
2/22/2010
The Resolution is hereby duly declared adopted.
JOHN C. MA TERSON, TOWN CLERK
RECREATION DIRECTOR
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is an administrative position having responsibility for planning and directing the recreation program
for a county, town and/or village. The work is carried out in accordance with the policies outlined by the
local recreation committee or youth board permitting wide leeway for planning a complete recreation
program. This class differs from that of Assistant Recreation Director by virtue of the total responsibility
for the recreation program. This work is performed under the general direction of the municipal
legislative body, the municipal chief executive, or local committees. General supervision is exercised
over the Assistant Recreation Director, Recreation Attendants and Lifeguards.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
1. Promotes the organization of recreation activities;
2. Confers with policy making body on matters of size, scope and financing of recreation program;
3. Conducts training sessions for recreation specialists, attendants and lifeguards;
4. Makes plans for improving existing recreation areas;
5. Conducts public relations activities by delivering addresses and issuing press reports on the
recreation program;
6. Purchases supplies and materials;
7. Maintains discipline in swimming areas and on playgrounds;
8. Prepares reports on the operations of the program;
9. Does related work as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS:
Good knowledge of the theory and practices governing the administration of a community recreation
program; good knowledge of the equipment, facilities and personnel necessary to carry out a modern
recreation program; ability to promote, organize and carry out recreation activities on a moderate scale;
ability to get along well with children and the general public; ability to plan and supervise the work of
others; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; initiative; resourcefulness; good
judgment; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND:
EITHER: (A) Two (2) years of responsible experience in planning or directing recreation
activities;
OR: (B) Two (2) years of study at a regionally accredited or New York State registered
college or university with major work in physical education or recreation;
OR: (C) An equivalent combination of training and experience within the limits of (A)
and (B) above.
RC0101
REVISED: 08/15/79
RECEIVED
FEB 17 2010
SUPERVISOR'S OFFICE
Dear Supervisor Colsey and Wappinger Town Board: TOWN OF WAPP{NGER
I have been in discussions with Supervisor Colsey regarding assuming the duties
of overseeing the Senior Center as part of my responsibilities as the Town's
Recreation Director.
While I am interested in advancing my career, I believe the combined duties of
overseeing the Town's recreation programs and Senior Center are substantial
and the salary should be commensurate with the responsibilities. As such, I
would accept such position at a salary of $36,400.00 ($20 /hr) based upon a
thirty (35) hour work week. This is an increase of $3.52 for taking on the
additional responsibilities of the Senior Center.
As you know, I have served within the Town of Wappinger Recreation program
since 1996, and prior to that was a participant in many recreational programs to
include a camper at Quiet Acres Park. I also hold a Bachelors Degree in
Education and Students with Disabilities and was determined to meet the
qualifications for the position by the Dutchess County Personnel Department
prior to accepting the role in February 2009.
I hope you deem my request as reasonable and vote in support of my
appointment to this expanded role.
Jaclyn Smith-Imm
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Town of Wappinger Recreation Director