Recreation Coordinator

Recreation Coordinator

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Performs administrative, physical, and general operational work for a comprehensive municipal recreation department. Responsibilities include planning, programming, developing, organizing, promoting, ensuring safety, and maximizing utilization and general care of all City recreation programs and facilities. Exercises immediate supervision of volunteers and program officials. This position reports directly to the Recreation Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides planning, developing, coordinating, scheduling, and promotion of community-wide events, recreational and athletic programs; demonstrating responsiveness, creativity, and innovation

2. Provides coordination, oversight, and supervision for the City's athletic and recreation programs, including the recruiting, training, scheduling, and management of all certified officials

3. Prepares and coordinates game schedules, program activities, and assists with developing the annual Recreation Department budget

4. Implements and utilizes fiscally sound purchasing practices and possesses working knowledge of the budget approval process

5. Assists with set-up, changes/adjustments, and breakdown of facility furniture, athletic fields and sports park grounds to include, but not limited to mowing, dragging, lining, prepping, etc.

6. Ensures the Recreation Supervisor has been informed of any information/issues of relevance

7. Maintains an open line of communication with Recreation employees, City staff, the department director, and the public

8. Responsible for gathering price quotes, facilitating purchases for materials and services, greets and answers customers' questions in an accurate and timely manner, and records and files program participant information for city records

9. Ensures well-rounded recreation programs are implemented for all people in the community to enjoy

10. Enforce rules and regulations of sports facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety

11. Inspect and maintain equipment to maintain supply levels and safety

12. Attends work-related meetings and programs as needed

13. Maintains affiliations with organizations for programming park activities

14. Works closely and coordinates with staff to ensure event and recreational facilities are prepared timely and maintained in a manner that enhances and positively promotes City events and programming

15. Develops financial spreadsheets for tracking project cost and creates budgets for programs and events

16. Ability to work a flexible 40-hour work week, including 11:00 am - 8:00 pm shifts, on-call, and Saturdays during select athletic seasons when needed Serves to assist other departments within the Community Services Division as needed or directed

17. Must be available to work in the event of a disaster to assist with recovery response efforts.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Comprehensive knowledge of all phases of community recreation activities and events; and their administration, inclusive of budget management

2. Proven ability to develop and execute a well-rounded program of recreation and athletic activities designed in response to growing community needs

3. Proven ability to develop and manage recreation programs and events of varying size and complexity

4. Ability to understand and compose industry literature and spreadsheets

5. Knowledge of rules & regulations regarding both youth & adult sports programs

6. Knowledge of custodial cleaning methods, practices, procedures, and the ability to perform duties within potential time restraints

7. Knowledge of sports field maintenance and preparation, and the general operation of turf maintenance equipment, tools, and other equipment necessary to perform related work

8. Ability to facilitate cooperation with and interpret recreation philosophies to City authorities, public and private groups and agencies, members of the media, and the general public

9. Ability to create and maintain a positive image with members of the public

10. Ability to motivate and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and to promote and maintain high morale and enthusiasm; consistently demonstrates strong judgment

11. Ability to select, develop, motivate, and maintain effective relationships with volunteers and officials for youth and adult athletic programs

12. Knowledge of payroll procedures for program officials and the ability to maintain appropriate records

13. Strong Microsoft Office (Publisher, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) proficiency and creativity in developing materials, brochures, electronic announcements, and assisting with press releases

14. Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and public speaking skills

15. Ability to work extended hours beyond the 40-hour work week, including select evenings, weekends, and holidays

16. Work requires the ability to read, interpret, understand, and write letters, memos, contracts, and rental agreements

17. Experience planning, managing, and evaluating youth, adult, and senior programs

18. Ability to multitask in a challenging environment

19. Proven conflict resolution skills

20. Ability to interpret the needs of the community and communicate effectively with the public to program recreational activities relative to these needs

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation Administration, Leisure Services, Sports Management, or a closely related field is preferred

2. A minimum of 3 years of direct experience in a related field

3. Conflict resolution training preferred

4. Government work-related experience preferred

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

1. Valid Florida Driver's License

2. Valid CPR/First Aid certifications required or must be obtained within the first six (6) months of employment

3. A current professional certification (e.g. CPRP, CPRE, CSEP) is strongly preferred

(A comparable amount of training, education, or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Walking, standing, running, kneeling, bending, stooping, and lifting up to 40lbs.

Must be available to work in the event of a disaster to assist with recovery response efforts

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)

Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing

Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid)

Manual dexterity

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Works inside and outside in various weather conditions

Works evenings, weekends, and holidays as assigned

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

Miscellaneous Information

The City Of Tavares is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Drug-Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply and will be reasonably accommodated. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference offered on initial hire per Florida Statute 295. Selected applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are subject to a criminal, driver, education and employment background check, drug screen, psychological assessment and medical examination. To apply, a City of Tavares employment application and resume with a minimum of ten (10) years complete work history must be submitted to City of Tavares Human Resources no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date (if mailed, it must be postmarked no later than the closing date). Internal candidates must submit a completed Internal Transfer Request (available in Human Resources, no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Minimum qualifications are subject to change pending approval of job description(s). Equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered. The City of Tavares reserves the right to fill positions prior to the closing date. All positions are regular full-time unless otherwise noted.