What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Coordinator position at Town of Danville?
Job Title:
Recreation Coordinator
Department:
Parks and Recreation Department
Location:
Danville, IN
Reports to:
Recreation and Fitness Manager
Type of Position:
Part-Time
Hours:
Up to 29 hours per week, (nights and weekends as needed)
Overtime:
No
Position Overview
This position works to assist in planning, managing, and reviewing the activities and operations of the Recreation Division of the Parks and Recreation Department. The ongoing aspects of the job require monitoring growth of recreation programming through data keeping and pro
gram reporting and promoting positive awareness of the parks to citizens. Some job aspects are supported as needed, such as assisting in fundraising coordination or maintenance tasks of the Parks and Rec Department.
A Day in the Life
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
·Using excellent customer service skills to work with the public
·Assist in directing, overseeing, and participating in the development of the Department’s Master Plan
·Assign work activities, projects, and programs; monitor workflow; review and evaluate work products, methods. and procedures.
·Support the development and administration of the Recreation budget; aid in the forecasting of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
·Responsible for assisting in the organization and implementation the Summer Park Program.
·Responsible for daily cleaning duties at the Recreation Center.
What You’ll Need for Success
·A minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of two years of related experience or equivalent combination of Education and experience
·Have a basic knowledge of organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs.
·Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals
·Must be able to recommend and implement goals, objectives, and practices for providing effective and efficient parks and recreation operations and service delivery.
·Must have knowledge of current local, social, political and economic trends including operating challenges regarding parks and recreation programs.
·Ability to utilize computer technology in modernizing office procedures and record keeping
