Recreation Coordinator FLSA Status: Exempt

General Definition of Work

Performs difficult technical work planning and supervising recreation programs, scheduling programs and events, maintaining appropriate records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Recreation Program Manager. Continuous supervision is exercised over Recreation Aides, Recreation Programmers, seasonal staff and volunteers.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required and are not necessarily actual functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

Performs duties in accordance with the City's keys to excellent customer service; encourages and promotes a culture of excellent customer service.

Plans, develops, organizes and supervises diverse mix of general and specific recreation and athletic programs and services.

Evaluates operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommends improvements and modifications.

Assists with and recommends needed personnel transactions including recruitment, selection, compensation, evaluation, promotion, transfer, discipline and termination in conjunction with the Human Resources Department and department heads.

Administers various volunteer and seasonal staff training programs and seminars; works with staff to correct deficiencies; organizes and facilitates staff meetings.

Coordinates scheduling of programs and activities for assigned facility or area.

Negotiates and completes contracts with individuals, organizations and businesses scheduling events or activities; analyzes site requirements and specifications for propose programs.

Coordinates the scheduling of staff and volunteers to meet facility or program needs; coordinates league schedules and tournaments.

Conducts routine safety inspections of facilities; requests needed repairs; coordinates capital projects with maintenance manager.

Conducts inventories of and orders equipment and supplies using departmental purchasing procedures.

Prepares various reports on recreation activities and facility utilization.

Prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justification for requests; monitors and controls expenditures within jurisdiction of responsibilities; seeks alternative sources of funding.

Provides transportation by city vehicle for recreation programs when required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the equipment and techniques necessary to successfully conduct recreation programs; thorough knowledge of the methods involved in organizing, conducting, promoting and supervising recreation activities; general knowledge of computer software appropriate to programs; general knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions to be used in recreation work; ability to express ideas clearly both orally and in writing; ability to plan and supervise the work of subordinates; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with participants, associates and the general public.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree with coursework in recreation, physical education, or related field and moderate experience in recreation program planning and implementation, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 25 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting and speaking or hearing and occasionally requires standing, walking and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; 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; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities; work frequently requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to acquire Parks and Recreation Professional certification within two years of employment. Possession of CPR and first aid certification.

Valid driver's license in the State of North Carolina.