Recreation Coordinator - Family Services

· Design, implement, and coordinate recreational programs and events tailored for families, including children, parents, adults, seniors and caregivers.

· Develop programs that promote physical activity, mental wellness, educational opportunities, socialization, and family bonding.

· Ensure programs are inclusive and accessible for families of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

· Conduct regular evaluations of programs to assess effectiveness and gather feedback from participants.

· Develop and organize youth-focused programs, such as summer camps and spring break camps, that promote physical activity, personal development, socialization, and fun.

· Plan and coordinate senior programs, such as wellness activities, social events, and enrichment classes, to enhance the quality of life for older adults.

· Build and maintain relationships with families, youth, seniors, community organizations, and local service providers to promote participation in recreational programs.

· Organize and attend outreach events to recruit participants and raise awareness of available family services.

· Coordinate partnerships with schools, senior living facilities, community centers, and other relevant entities to expand program offerings.

· Supervise and train part-time or volunteer staff assisting with family, youth, and senior programs, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and program objectives.

· Assist in the development and management of program budgets, ensuring that programs stay within financial constraints.

· Secure and manage necessary resources, equipment, and supplies for recreational activities.

· Explore and apply for funding opportunities to support the expansion of family, youth, and senior programs.

· Ensure all recreational activities comply with safety standards and regulations.

· Implement risk management practices to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.

· Maintain accurate records for program participation, incidents, and evaluations.

· Ensures all work is done in a productive, safe, and effective working environment.

· Prepare weekly and monthly reports and maintain revenue and expenditures reports on assigned programs; may order supplies and equipment for programs.

· Plan, develop promote, schedule, implement, and evaluate many Parks & Recreations sponsored or co-sponsored community and special events.

· Provide assistance with community events and holiday activities and support citywide special events by serving on event committees.

· Assist the Recreation Manager with preparing, updating, and providing needed information to the citizens of the community.

Miscellaneous:

o Attending staff, committee, and council meetings and give presentations as needed.

o Provide on-call assistance; respond to any aquatics emergency issues as required.

o Provide support at various departmental programs/activities.

o Contributes to team effort by performing other duties as assigned.

o Drives vehicle throughout the City and surrounding areas to make inspections,

check on programs and attend meetings.

o Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Formal Education: Four-year Bachelors’ degree in Parks & Recreation Administration, Physical Education, Public Administration or the equivalent is required.

Certifications: CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications are required within 3 months of employment.

Experience: Two years progressive leadership experience in Municipal Parks and Recreation

programs or the equivalent is preferred.

Other Requirements: Valid Texas Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record. Satisfactory Criminal Background Record.

Preferred: Certified Parks and Recreation Professional Certification

COMMUNITY RELATIONS:

· Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with families, youth, seniors, staff, and community partners. Provides customers with information over the telephone and in person; responds to and resolve citizen’s complaints concerning programs, activities, and the Parks & Recreation Department.

· Maintains desired working relationship with Parks & Recreation Director, Assistant Director and City Management

· Maintains a professional working relationship with other Federal, State, and local Parks

and Recreation Agencies.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· Thorough knowledge of Parks & Recreation administration and methods.

· Thorough knowledge of Recreation programming and management related experience.

· Thorough knowledge of applicable state, federal, and local laws involving any

playground safety or parks and recreation specifications.

· Ability to lead and direct the activities of a large organization.

· Ability to maintain cooperative relationships with other city officials, the general public,

and the news media.

· Ability to remain calm and act resourcefully in an emergency.

· Ability to operate the following: recreation software, computer, printer, telephone, copy machine, calculator, and vehicle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision constantly; standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, balancing, talking and foot controls occasionally; kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, twisting and climbing rarely.

Salary : $24 - $30