What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Coordinator - Specialized Recreation and Special Events position at Pierce County?
Why It's a Great Department:
Pierce County Parks and Recreation manages over 5,200 acres of open space, trails, developed and undeveloped parks. We provide recreation programs and infrastructure in active and passive parks and trails. The department consists of three divisions: Parks and Recreation, Administration, and Resource Stewardship. Our mission is to be a leader in creating livable communities by providing opportunities for people to connect with nature, learn about sustainable practices, live healthy lifestyles, and enjoy vibrant community spaces.
Learn more about the Pierce County Parks and Recreation Department
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Are you someone passionate about community building through recreation opportunities that are tailored to specific needs? Do you thrive working on multiple projects and programs simultaneously? Are you skilled in large scale event planning and coordination? If so, this exciting Recreation Coordinator role, may be the perfect position for you! This position is unique because it splits time between two of our campuses and is therefore working with two different recreation teams. This Recreation Coordinator position is complex in that it has two main focuses. The first is planning, coordinating and overseeing large scale (thousands of attendees) special events at our CCRP. These projects have a longer timeframe and a slower pace to completion. The second focus is supporting our Specialized Recreation Program by creating and facilitating programming for individuals with special needs. This work is fast paced and ever changing to meet the needs of the participants. This position is an incredible opportunity for someone who is people centered and loves serving the community through parks and recreation programs and events.
How to be Successful in the Role:
You will need to be extremely people centered and customer service focused to succeed in this role. Due to the split nature of this position, being highly adaptive and skilled at working collaboratively across teams is a must. The ability to shift work styles and pace, and to stay organized among competing priorities will be critical to your success. Your passion for supporting those in our community with special needs, and dreaming up programs, recreation activities, and special events will guide your success.
Your Future in this Role:
You will have exciting opportunities to work across teams and with community partners and stakeholders. Your creativity, leadership skills and problem-solving abilities will sharpen and grow as you lead a small team of seasonal staff (3-4 employees) in our Specialized Recreation program. The County also offers many professional development opportunities, a Leadership Certification Program, and Employee Resource Groups.
Core Daily Responsibilities:
- Coordinate recreational activities and specials events with maintenance, recreation, and administrative support staff.
- Assist with the development of programs including conducting customer surveys and market trend analysis.
- Create and adhere to program budgets, recruit sponsorship, and foster community partnerships.
- Conduct evaluations of program effectiveness; initiate investigations into problem areas; implement corrective measures
- Advertise the program through a variety of media sources.
- Supervise, train and schedule extra hire employees and volunteers.
- Assists in the coordination of facility set up for events and activities.
A classification description with a more detailed list of essential functions can be found here.
Qualifications:
- Additional education or experience may substitute for the recruiting requirement.
- Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or related field (Education, Social Work, Recreation, Therapeutic Rec, Tourism, Sport Management)
- One year of experience with a recreation organization, including some supervisory/lead experience.
- A resume is required for this position. If you do not submit a resume with your application, you will not be considered for this role.
Preferred Relevant Experience:
- Experience with program and large-scale event planning
- Experience with a recreation organization
- Experience working with people with disabilities
Special Requirements and/or Qualifications:
- Work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
- A valid Washington State driver's license is required at the time of hire.
- Possession of a current basic first aid card is required within thirty days of employment.
As a condition of employment, the applicant will need to authorize and complete a background check. Information received from the background check is reviewed case-by-case and will not necessarily remove an applicant from consideration.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
To be considered for this opportunity please:
- Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.org/jobs.
- If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
- If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
- Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.
This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.
At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County a place people are proud to call home?
Salary : $34 - $43
