What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Programs Site Coordinator position at City of Lacey?
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Reporting to the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Site Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the Playground Pals, Summer Lunch, and Summer Day Camp Programs and will work at one of three elementary schools within the North Thurston Public School District. These positions will work 20-40 hours per week from approximately the end of June to the middle of August, with additional hours for program planning/setup, and staff training. The Parks, Culture and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of youth programs, including day camps during school breaks, a summer lunch program, and a summer playground pals’ program where free lunch is served along with games and great activities. Playground Pals: This program is offered in conjunction with the Summer Lunch Program. Children ages 6 to 12 can come for lunch and then stay for Playground Pals. On site staff provide structured play and craft activities, along with special guests and events. Summer Lunch Program: This program is operated in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). During school summer break, nutritious hot lunches and afternoon snacks are provided at no cost to children 18 years of age and younger. Summer Day Camp: The department offers a fun and safe day camp experience for youth, ages 6 to 12, during the summer and over school breaks. Weekly camps are theme-oriented and packed with creative and healthy outdoor activities, including field trips, swimming, sports, group games, arts and crafts, special guests, and events.Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.The information contained in this announcement is subject to change without notice.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
These duties include but are not limited to the following: Plans, schedules, develops, and coordinates the programs, as well as, supervises program participants on site under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator and Recreation Supervisor.Assists with scheduling, supervising, and training of program staff.Secures and accommodates guest speakers/volunteers and handles arrangements for field trips, swimming, and daily activities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: Conflict management/resolution, including parent/child relationships.Various sports, games, arts and crafts, and cooperative group activities.First Aid and the procedures for bloodborne pathogens.Skill in: Training and directly supervising and managing staff members and/or volunteers.Working with children in a caring and patient manner.Greeting the public and explaining all program information readily and thoroughly. Taking the time to ensure that messages are easily understood.Portraying an image of knowledge, confidence, professionalism, fairness, and caring. Dressing appropriately and clean, as a result the City and Parks, Culture and Recreation profession are portrayed in a positive, "service" related manner.Ability to: Effectively interact with the public and City staff in a courteous manner at all times.Communicate effectively and in an engaging manner, both orally and in writing.Ability to plan, schedule, develop, and coordinate the programs.Work in a team setting.
Reporting to the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Site Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of the Playground Pals, Summer Lunch, and Summer Day Camp Programs and will work at one of three elementary schools within the North Thurston Public School District. These positions will work 20-40 hours per week from approximately the end of June to the middle of August, with additional hours for program planning/setup, and staff training. The Parks, Culture and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of youth programs, including day camps during school breaks, a summer lunch program, and a summer playground pals’ program where free lunch is served along with games and great activities. Playground Pals: This program is offered in conjunction with the Summer Lunch Program. Children ages 6 to 12 can come for lunch and then stay for Playground Pals. On site staff provide structured play and craft activities, along with special guests and events. Summer Lunch Program: This program is operated in partnership with the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). During school summer break, nutritious hot lunches and afternoon snacks are provided at no cost to children 18 years of age and younger. Summer Day Camp: The department offers a fun and safe day camp experience for youth, ages 6 to 12, during the summer and over school breaks. Weekly camps are theme-oriented and packed with creative and healthy outdoor activities, including field trips, swimming, sports, group games, arts and crafts, special guests, and events.Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis. The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time. To ensure consideration for this position, please submit your application as soon as possible.The information contained in this announcement is subject to change without notice.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
These duties include but are not limited to the following: Plans, schedules, develops, and coordinates the programs, as well as, supervises program participants on site under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator and Recreation Supervisor.Assists with scheduling, supervising, and training of program staff.Secures and accommodates guest speakers/volunteers and handles arrangements for field trips, swimming, and daily activities.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Knowledge of: Conflict management/resolution, including parent/child relationships.Various sports, games, arts and crafts, and cooperative group activities.First Aid and the procedures for bloodborne pathogens.Skill in: Training and directly supervising and managing staff members and/or volunteers.Working with children in a caring and patient manner.Greeting the public and explaining all program information readily and thoroughly. Taking the time to ensure that messages are easily understood.Portraying an image of knowledge, confidence, professionalism, fairness, and caring. Dressing appropriately and clean, as a result the City and Parks, Culture and Recreation profession are portrayed in a positive, "service" related manner.Ability to: Effectively interact with the public and City staff in a courteous manner at all times.Communicate effectively and in an engaging manner, both orally and in writing.Ability to plan, schedule, develop, and coordinate the programs.Work in a team setting.
