What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Program Director position at DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION?
- DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
- Full-Time
- Exam May Be Required
Job Description
The DOC seeks to recruit Recreation Program Coordinators that will assist with the development and implementation of appropriate leisure activities to be incorporated into the programs’ plan. Selected candidates will participate in organized group activities that develop positive group dynamics, while productively occupying inmates with activities of interest. Under supervision of Recreation Supervisor, these recreation program coordinators will be responsible for following:
- Enabling inmates to engage in organized physical recreational activities which contributes to
- Planning and executing the recreational program of an assigned area in accordance with the
- Determining recreational needs of targeted groups
- Evaluating program effectiveness and serves as an integral part of the recreation team
- Eliciting participation in the development and implementation of these activities
- Conducting periodic inspections of equipment and facilities
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in recreation, physical education, dance, fine arts, applied arts (including therapy), group work, group dynamics, and community organization, at least 18 credits of which must be in recreation, physical education, dance, fine arts and applied arts (including therapy); or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college plus one year of full-time paid experience in planning, coordinating and supervising recreation programs; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and a combination of education and experience that is equivalent to five years of experience required in "2" above. College education leading to a degree may be substituted for the required experience on the basis of 30 credits for one year of experience. However, all candidates must have at least one year of experience or 24 credits in recreation, physical education, dance, fine arts, applied arts (including therapy), group work, group dynamics, and community organization, at least 18 credits of which must be in recreation, physical education, dance, fine arts and applied arts (including therapy).
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
- Experience Level:Experienced (Non-Manager)
- Category:Constituent Services & Community Programs
Salary : $46,889 - $72,993
