Recreation Technician

General Description

The purpose of this job is to assist, implement and supervise recreational programs and activities for youth and adult and special events; responsible for providing safe and enjoyable recreational experiences. We currently have two vacancies: One position will primarily focus on athletic programs (Cheerleading) and activities and the other position will primarily focus on cultural programs and activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors facilities during private events, recreational programs, special events, and athletic practices.
• Provides customer service; interacts with the general public to assess community interests and needs.
• Works with part time staff; investigates complaints and resolves problems.
• Assists with countywide recreational programs and special events; orders equipment, materials and supplies; reserves venues; arranges and staff.
• Facilitates athletic game day operations.
• Processes routine documents such as registration forms and usage permits.
• Performs general maintenance when necessary.
• Performs routine office duties, such as preparing, faxing and copying documents and answering phones.
• Assists with facilitating the organization of programs and activities and subsequent cleanup of activity.
• Maintains attendance records, rosters, and reports pertaining to recreation facilities and events.
• Collects fees and prepares receipts and assures proper handling of funds.
• Registers participants using the ActiveNet software.
• Performs general administrative tasks to include handling inquiries and complaints, answering the telephone; preparing correspondence, and other general office functions.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by one (1) year of recreation experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Physical Demands

Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, dancing, stretching, or lifting all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or exceptional skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving very close tolerances or limits of accuracy.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Involves routine and frequent exposure to:

• Bright/dim light; Dusts and pollen.
• Extreme heat and/or cold; Wet or humid conditions.
• Extreme noise levels, Animals/wildlife.
• Vibration; Fumes and/or noxious odors.
• Traffic; Moving machinery.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possession of first aid, CPR and AED certifications within six months of employment.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

Dinwiddie County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Dinwiddie County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

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