ACTIVE LIVING PROGRAM MANAGER
Salary
$52,332.80 - $62,545.60 Annually
Location
Cabarrus County, NC
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
FY26-01398
Department
ACTIVE LIVING CENTER AT CONCORD
Opening Date
06/15/2026
Closing Date
6/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the positions are filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hiring range for this position is $52,332.80- $62,545.60. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 19.
The regular work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. This position also requires flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support special events, programs, meetings, and other department activities as needed.
General Definition of Work:
Performs intermediate professional work planning, organizing, implementing and promoting cultural, recreational and informational programs for older adults. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Assistant Director. Supervision is exercised over Program Supervisor, Program Assistant, part-time staff, and volunteers.
Examples of Duties
Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:
Planning and implementing programs for older adults and adults with disabilities; maintaining records and files; conducting research to determine changing needs of the older adult population.
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of the social and economic characteristics of older adults in the community; thorough knowledge of the recreational and cultural resources and facilities needed for the delivery of programs and services to the older adults; general knowledge of the regulations, procedures, laws and availability of appropriate State and Federal grants for older adults activities and programs; working knowledge of office equipment and computers and applicable software applications; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community officials and the general public; ability to prepare technical and financial reports; ability to prepare and maintain records; and ability to attend work regularly.
Minimum Education / Experience requirements
Education and Experience:
Graduation from an appropriately accredited college or university with major course work in, recreation, leisure management, gerontology or related field preferred and extensive professional experience in community or group recreation activities with older adults. Supervisory experience preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Some county job postings indicate that you can qualify with an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If this language is included in the job description, it means you may qualify through either education, your years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.
If you have indicated that you have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree from a technical school, college, or university, please note that Cabarrus County will verify your educational credentials. Official transcripts must clearly show the specific credential awarded to ensure accurate validation.
Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate drivers license valid in the State of North Carolina. Possession of CPR and first aid certification. Ann Johnson Institute of Senior Center Management certification preferred or must be able to obtain within five years. Serv Safe Certification required or must obtain within six months. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule; requires some before and after hours and weekends.
Physical Requirements:
This is normally light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; some work may require the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires crouching, reaching, fingering, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of machines, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Supplemental Information
Supplemental and Contact Information:
Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.
Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.
Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.
If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.
For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.
Earned vacation & sick leave
11-12 paid holidays per year
Floating Holiday
Paid Personal Day
Bereavement Leave
Paid Parental Bonding Leave
Participation in the Local Government Employees Retirement System
Mandatory 6% employee contribution
5% employer-paid contribution to NC401K, with no employee match required
Employees have the option to contribute additional monies to the NC401K plan or to a 457 retirement savings plan
Health Insurance plans
Consumer driven plan including a health savings account
PPO Plan
Optional dependent coverage - employee/spouse, employee/children, & employee/family
Comprehensive health & wellness program
On-site exercise equipment & programs
Health & wellness themed instructional classes
Employee health clinic
Employee assistance program (ex. Individual & family counseling, legal & financial services, child & elder care location assistance, etc.)
Choice of optional dental plans
PPO (Preferred Provider Option) or non-PPO
Optional dependent coverage - employee/spouse, employee/children, & employee/family
Vision Plan
Includes an annual routine eye exam for individuals on the health insurance plan.
Optional eyewear plan available
$20,000 of term life insurance & accidental death & dismemberment coverage with employer-paid premiums
Employee option for up to $50,000 of additional term life coverage
Optional dependent life insurance coverage for spouses & children
01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you havent completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.
02
What is the highest level of education completed?
03
If you have completed a degree, please indicate your major field of study.
04
Do you currently possess a valid drivers license that is valid in the State of North Carolina, or can you obtain one prior to employment?
05
How many years of professional experience do you have planning, coordinating, or facilitating recreation, leisure, wellness, educational, or social activities for young adults and/or older adults?
06
Do you have professional experience working with older adults?
07
Which of the following best describes your experience planning and implementing group activities for older adults?
08
Do you have supervisory experience? If so, please describe any supervisory experience you possess, including the organization, position title, number of direct reports, types of personnel actions performed (i.e., hiring, performance evaluations, coaching, disciplinary actions, scheduling), and the length of time you served in a supervisory capacity.
09
Which older adult populations have you worked with? (Select all that apply.)
10
Do you currently hold a valid CPR certification?
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Do you currently hold a valid First Aid certification?
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Do you currently possess the Ann Johnson Institute of Senior Center Management Certification?
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Do you currently possess a valid ServSafe Certification?
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This positions regular work schedule is Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. In addition, occasional evening and weekend work is required to support special events, programs, meetings, and other department activities. Are you willing and able to work this schedule?
Required Question
Employer Cabarrus County
Address 65 Church St S
Concord, North Carolina, 28025
Phone 704-920-2200
Website http://cabarruscounty.us