Assistant Recreation Coordinator

Posting number: A341-5227

Department: Parks

Job classification: Assistant Recreation Coordinator (Non-Exempt)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Beaches, Parks and Recreation, Miscellaneous, Parks

SummaryAssists in planning, coordinating, and implementing a variety of recreation programs for the parks and recreation department and the Burgess-Rushing Tennis Center.  Selects, trains, and supervises recreation staff. Examples of duties

• Assist in planning, supervising, and conducting recreation programs, including athletic leagues and tournaments, or specialized recreation;
• Supervise officials and other employees;
• Assist in preparation of budget and program measures for an assigned area of recreation;
• Assist in preparing grant applications for program funding and assist in grant administration;
• Assist in collecting and accounting for fees paid for recreation programs; 
• Develop and coordinate marketing and retention strategies;
• Perform related duties as directed.

QualificationsCompletion of a bachelor degree in recreation, physical education, or a related field with an additional one year of responsible recreation experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
  
Valid Current Driver's License
Physical Exam Required Supplemental informationKnowledge of:

•  Recreation trends and philosophies.
• The game of tennis, pickle ball, softball, volleyball, basketball, and flag football.
• Youth sports safety and training requirements.
• Office practices and procedures.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize, and lead recreational activities;
• Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others;
• Keep records and keep reports;
• Communicate effectively with others. 

Physical Requirements: 

• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds 
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 75 pounds. 
• Occasionally stand, walk, bend, and kneel during the shift;
• Occasionally climb stairs, ladders, and other inclined surfaces;
• Occasionally push and pull objects;
• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left and right while sitting or standing;
• Frequently flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees;
• Place arms above, at, and below shoulder height;
• Coordinate eye, hand, and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle.