What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Director position at DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION?
- DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
- Full-Time
- Exam May Be Required
Job Description
The Shirley Chisholm Recreation Center, in East Flatbush, will be an almost 70,000-square-foot facility with an indoor competition pool, gymnasium, teaching kitchen, cardio and strength rooms, dance studio, media lab and programming spaces. This Recreation Center will provide the community with a wide variety of sports, fitness, arts and educational programs for all ages and abilities.
Major Responsibilities
- Under supervision, with some latitude for independent action or decision, is responsible for recreational activities at a recreation center.
- Plan, supervise and promote recreational programs of an assigned area in accordance with the needs and interests of children, teens, adults and seniors.
- Develop and facilitate programming to engage New Yorkers in sports, fitness and outdoor adventure.
- Instruct participants in basic fitness skills including proper equipment use, basic safety precautions and the health benefits of regular exercise.
- Lead group fitness and facilitate sports programs for New Yorkers of all ages.
- Maintain equipment and fitness areas on a daily basis, including inventory of necessary materials and supplies.
- Inspect public areas and report evidence of unsafe or hazardous conditions.
- Establish program objectives, evaluate recreational programs and design cutting-edge curricula.
- Supervise, develop and implement afterschool, teen and summer camp curricula that meet all Department of Health criteria.
- Promote NYC Parks Recreation Center memberships and assist in events and special projects.
- Provide excellent customer service.
- Collect and submit accurate data, forms, and reports to meet internal deadlines.
- May supervise staff in absence of supervisor.
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 700484.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
- Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 700484 on your cover letter and resume.
Work Location: Shirley Chisolm Recreation Center, Brooklyn
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
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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).
Preferred Skills
Preference will be given to applicants who are current permanent Recreation Directors or employees who passed the Recreation Director Civil Service Examination (Exam No. 4085). 1. Bachelor’s or master's degree in physiology, recreation, or a sports-related field. 2. Experience recruiting, instructing and coaching sports, including girls’, women’s and non-traditional sports. 3. Experience with fine arts, performing arts and decorative arts. 4. Excellent communication, organizational and customer service skills. 5. Proficiency in computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. 6. CPR and AED certified. 7. Valid New York State driver license. 8. Able to work weekends and non-traditional hours. 9. Fluency in Spanish, Korean, Mandarin/Cantonese or Polish.
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.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency is required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.
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:Entry-Level
- Category:Constituent Services & Community Programs
Salary : $46,889 - $53,922
