Program Specialist

Description

Starting Pay Range : $22.95 / Hour- $24.98 / Hour

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Purpose of Job

As directed, assists in coordinating the planning, organizing, and execution of all Parks and Recreation programming, special events, and facility rental usage. Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and nights during sporting / special events.

Essential Job Duties

A. Assists in Program Development

• Researches, develops and proposes recreation programming opportunities; prepares cost estimates and participation requirements.
• Assists in program development through working with independent contractors; identifies trends and opportunities, receives and evaluates proposals, develops contracts.
• Plans, prioritizes, and assigns work of event staff responsible for specific recreational programs and activities.
• Schedules use of Active / Passive Parks and facilities for activities; including, coordinating activities related to facility rental, processing reservation permits, assessing and collecting fees, and issuing refund checks, as appropriate. Monitors for compliance with laws, rules and regulations.
• Promotes recreation program activities, special events in the community and facilities; assists in the preparation of marketing materials including flyers, news releases, advertising, promotional material, announcements, and sponsorship packages.
• Responds to public inquiries and complaints related to programs and special events to maintain positive public relations.

B. Web page management

C. Policy and procedure development

Other Job Duties

Performs other job duties as assigned, including :

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Education and Experience : The required knowledge, skill, and abilities to satisfactorily perform job duties are normally acquired through obtaining a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university; plus one to two years of related experience and / or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Certifications / Licenses :

CPR / First aid

Valid TN Driver's License

Salary : $23 - $25