Community Programs Activity Coordinator- Human Services

Salary : $42,861.00 Annually

Location : Savannah, GA

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : 2502276

Department : Human Services Department

Division : Community Resource Centers Division

Opening Date : 02 / 05 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 19 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Purpose

The City of Savannah Human Services department has the perfect opportunity for you...

Join our team as the next Community Programs Activity Coordinator. This position oversees the activities and operations for the Pennsylvania Avenue Resource Center.

We offer great pay, excellent benefits and career progression!

We look forward to having you onboard!

Essential Job Functions

• Serve as the lead staff for assigned program area, specifically youth programming.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Plans organized activities; prepares and monitors annual user fee budget; plans, coordinates, and implements activities for enrichment programs or events.
• Schedules activities, games, and events; schedules space availability for various groups and organizations; develops rules for games, sports, and events. Coordinates with community partners for target training and activities.
• Evaluates activities; recommends and incorporates changes and improvements; resolves participant complaints.
• Prepares programs, promotions, and press releases; prepares program budget and purchase materials; monitors participant payment, instructor schedules, and timesheets.
• Prepares and monitors budget for programs
• Prepares purchase requisitions; maintains appropriate records and filing systems.
• Monitors facilities and reports maintenance repairs or problems; prepares recurring and ad hoc activity and program reports.
• Attends community program conference and performs related administrative duties.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by two (2) years of experience working in leisure services, education or the recreation field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

First Aid / CPR certification required or must obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Work Schedule : (Varies)

Monday - Thursday 8 : 00 a.m. - 7 : 00 p.m.

Friday 8 : 00 a.m. - 6 : 00 p.m.

Some Saturdays 9 : 00 a.m. - 2 : 00 p.m.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Information

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer / pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Knowledge of supervisory and training principles.

Knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping.

Knowledge of safety rules and policies.

Knowledge of program development.

Knowledge of purchasing principles.

Skill in supervising, directing, and evaluating assigned staff.

Skill in the use of computers and other standard office equipment.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Skill in oral and written communication.

Minimum Standards :

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS : The Athletic Manager, Program Coordinator, assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES : Guidelines include relevant laws and building codes, food service guidelines, safety regulations, city and department guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY : The work consists of related duties connected to supervising the activities and operation of Leisure Services centers. Staffing shortages, equipment malfunctions, time constraints, and space limitations contribute to the complexity of the position.

SCOPE AND EFFECT : The purpose of this position is to supervise the activities and operation of Leisure Services centers. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of leisure services for citizens of the city of Savannah.

PERSONAL CONTACTS : Contacts are typically with co-workers, other city employees, representatives of social service agencies, and the general public.

PURPOSE OF CONTACTS : Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, walking, bending, or crouching. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and distinguishes between shades of color.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work is typically performed in an office, computer room, or outdoors where the employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, irritating chemicals, and cold or inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, or gloves.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY : This position has direct supervision over assigned personnel.

CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health & Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

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Salary : $42,861