Description
Position Purpose/Summary
This is a specialized, part-time recreation work in conducting a variety of programming opportunities including: staffing a community center, the open-gym program, evening recreation program, and the summer enrichment program.
Work involves responsibility for exercising leadership in the Park Department’s recreational programs as well as in other seasonal special events. Work is performed in the area of specialization, under supervision, in accordance with standard recreational practices and procedures. Supervision is exercised over other seasonal recreational personnel.
Essential Functions
Plans and develops city-wide recreational programs in the observance of special events including operating a community center and summer, open gym, and evening recreation programs
Organizes and coordinates special recreational events including summer and evening gym programs on a city-wide basis
Organizes and instructs volunteer and neighborhood groups and individuals assisting in these programs
Evaluates programs, makes recommendations, requisitions necessary equipment and supplies, schedules use of the community center, and makes periodic activity reports
Provides direct supervision of Head Recreation Leaders in the summer, open gym, and evening recreation programs
Works in collaboration with school department employees including but not limited to school day administrators, staff, and custodians
Responsible for the collection of all pertinent program data including registration forms, sign-in sheets, maintenance forms, and employee and non-employee injury forms
Responsible for maintaining a safe environment for both participants and staff
Performs related work as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Considerable knowledge of the techniques, methods, materials, and equipment involved in conducting city-wide recreation programs and special events of all types; scheduling of use of a community center and maintaining open space
Considerable knowledge of rules and regulations governing conduct of park facility and equipment
Some knowledge of first aid
Ability to plan, develop, and coordinate a varied program of special events and seasonal programming
Ability to enforce facility rules and regulations firmly, tactfully, and impartially
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with recreational personnel and facility users
Excellent communication and inter-personal skills which are required to work with a variety of staff including students, professionals, school administrators, and community based organizations
Skill in performing and teaching recreational activities
Education and Experience
Minimum of one year experience in planning, organizing, and evaluating special events and seasonal programs
Minimum of one year supervisory experience
Work experience in recreation or related field
How to Apply
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