What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Recreation Generalist (Carver) position at City of Johnson City?
The City of Johnson City, Tennessee is accepting online applications for a Part-Time Recreation Generalist at with the Parks and Recreation department to work 28 hours per week at the Carver Recreation Center. The employee is responsible paraprofessional work assisting with scheduling of programs and events and performing beginning level and specialized recreation work in the active instruction and supervision of recreation activities either as a program supervisor, instructor or coach in a specialized field; does related work as required; request staffing assistance through the Program Coordinator. The work in this class involves assisting in organizing recreation activities and performing in a supervisory role of limited responsibility in a recreation center, or in supervising and instructing children or adults in games, sports, arts and crafts and other organized recreation activities. Employees in this class normally work under close supervision, but their work is subject to frequent inspection and review by superiors through observation, staff meetings and program evaluation reviews
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Basic knowledge of program scheduling and public relations; some knowledge of the use of materials and equipment required of a variety of recreation activities; basic knowledge of the rules and procedures of the sport or activity to which assigned; basic knowledge of common juvenile and adult group games and sports; thorough knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of public recreation programming, activities and group activities in a structured siting; ability to adhere to program standards and objectives outlines by supervisor, and to lead and instruct groups in games, sports and other recreation activities; ability to resolve disputes in an impartial manner; ability to interact tactfully with the public, as well as to create an interest in and appreciation for various opportunities and outlets for recreation programming.
Acceptable Experience and Training: Completion of high school, preferably supplemented by courses in program and activity planning, recreation or other social events, and some experience in team or group activities; or any equivalent combination of experience and training of a minimum of four [4] years to meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Pre-employment physical, drug screening and background check required.
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