Recreation Specialist

Overview

Job Title: Recreation Specialist (Part-Time)

Department: Recreation

Reports To: Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Approved By: Board of Directors

Approved Date: 03/13/2025

Pay Range: $20.50 / Hourly

Recreation Specialist is a part-time position offering a flexible schedule. This position is instrumental in developing, implementing, and participating in various exciting and engaging recreation activities. Under the supervision of the Recreation Coordinator/Supervisor, this position is a crucial role. Working at a variety of facilities and parks, assisting in bringing our community together while providing well-rounded programs in culture arts, sports, crafts, and outdoor education, special events, and after-school programming, working with people of all ages and groups, this position will allow experiences working with our community in a safe and exciting environment.

• Program Development & Delivery:
  • Assist in planning, coordinating, organizing, promoting, and executing various recreation programs, including music, dance, art, sports, social events, and games.
  • Adapt programs to meet the needs of our communities’ diverse populations, inclusive of all ages and groups.
  • Collaborate with other co-workers and supervisors to keep things running smoothly.
• Essential Office Duties:
  • Assisting in answering phones and providing information.
  • Written correspondence, filing, making copies.
  • Utilize district software to assist with class and program registration, processing facility reservations, paperwork, and payments, and maintaining program schedules.
  • Maintains and prepares various records, files, reports, and monthly calendars of activities.
  • Creates, designs, and distributes flyers and promotional materials for programs and events.
  • General knowledge of computer software, such as Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.
• Public Interaction & Support:
  • Answer questions and provide information about District programs and supplies.
  • Lead activities according to schedules and registration requirements.
  • Organize, officiate, and instruct activities for all ages. (sports, games, crafts).
  • Monitors spectators and participants at sporting and special events to maintain and enforce safety rules to ensure orderly conduct for a safe and fun environment at various District parks and facilities.
  • Provides excellent customer service and public relations while representing District policies and procedures.
• Leadership & Support:
  • Provides guidance and acts in a lead capacity to those in subordinate positions.
  • Assists in training subordinates on assignments.
• Equipment and Inventory Management:
  • Identify and report equipment hazards or replacement needs.
  • Operate necessary equipment for activities.
  • Assist in ordering, receiving, storing, and purchasing supplies to maintain an adequate inventory for program needs.
• Professional Development:
  • Attending and completing applicable online/in-person training sessions and orientations.
  • Demonstrate a willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• Additional Notes:
  • Regular and timely attendance is mandatory.
  • Scheduled work hours may include weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Who you are:
  • Professional, enthusiastic, and passionate about working with people of all ages.
  • Patient and kind, especially with children.
  • Organized and detail-oriented.
  • Clear communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
  • A team player willing to help, lead, and mentor wherever needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

As a responsible employer, we prioritize creating a safe and positive work environment for everyone. To confirm your suitability for this position, all candidates are required to undergo and comply with the following:

• Live Scan Fingerprint background check for criminal history verification.
• Pre-employment functional capacity test to assess your ability to perform essential duties.
• Pre-employment drug screen for the presence of controlled substances.
• Completing these screenings successfully is a mandatory step in the pre-employment process
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This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

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