Recreation Leader - Special Events

Description

• Performs administrative duties associated division provided through the Parks and Recreation Department; creates and updates mailing lists, letters, forms, spreadsheets, reports and contracts for division, prepares materials and corresponds with vendors, contractors and public concerning various programs and events; responsibility for spelling, punctuation, grammar and proper formatting.
• Supervises daily financial procedures and maintenance as required by operations; maintains accurate records pertaining to revenue, inventory, program evaluations, and attendance; collects and accounts for all fees for various program and event registration and division programs; Oversees and manage contract services and vendors.
• Takes physical inventory of equipment and supplies; makes recommendations concerning type, amount, and vendor for purchase of new equipment which may be needed; makes authorized purchases with Recreation Coordinator approval.
• Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phone, typing correspondence, running errands, picking up supplies needed for operations, helping set up facilities for operations. Assists the public at a counter giving information regarding departmental operations, programs and events.
• Positively trouble shoots issues and problems as they arise for tasks associated with position and division responsibilities using the best professional knowledge and applying the policies, procedures and philosophies of the division and department.
• Represents the Town at various events and meetings.
• Directs, coordinates and supervises Town sponsored and community wide special events. Provides support to the division as needed including programming, planning, securing equipment, set-up and tear down of events.

Minimum Requirements (Must meet by the closing date of the posting unless otherwise stated)

• Graduation from an accredited High School or GED;
• Two (2) or more years of experience in recreational programs in either governmental, non-profit or voluntary programs; or one (1) year of experience in recreational programs in either governmental, non-profit or voluntary programs supplemented by college-level course work in recreational programming or a related field.

• A valid Class "E" State of Florida driver's license and a good driving record.

Special Requirements

• Employee must be able to work a flexible schedule which will consists of nights and weekends.
• If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to obtain and submit your lifetime driving history record.

APPLICATION ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION:

• Incomplete fields: all fields must be completed, putting see resume on the application will not suffice. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Required documentation: copies of any certifications, licenses or competencies from an accredited institution must be submitted with your application by closing date of posting unless otherwise stated.
• Driving history: to request a copy of your Florida driving history, visit flhsmv.gov
• Military personnel records: to request your completed military personnel record, go to archives.gov
• Assistance with online application: for assistance with your online applicant account, use the online Help Guide or contact the Applicants Support Line at 855-524-5627 or Email: support@governmentjobs.com. Applicant Support is available between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday.
• Additional assistance: for other inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.

REGULATIONS/ACCOMMODATIONS

• EEO Policy: it is the policy of the Town to prohibit discrimination in hiring, promotion, compensation, discharge, and all terms and conditions of employment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, gender identity(inclusive of a person’s actual or perceived sex, and includes self-image, appearance behavior or expression, whether or not different from that traditionally associated with legal sex assigned to the person at birth), marital status, military status, political affiliation, genetic information, sexual orientation, or retaliation for reporting same.
• Tobacco Policy: the Town of Davie has a policy that requires employees hired on or after January 4, 2016 to be a non-user of tobacco products six (6) months prior to their employment with the Town as well as commit to non-usage during their employment. Candidates for employment who are impacted by the Town of Davie’s Smoking Policy will be permitted to reapply for open positions after six (6) months.
• Reasonable Accommodations: applicants requesting reasonable accommodation during the job application process may contact the Human Resources Department at (954) 797-1100.
• E-Verify: the Town of Davie participates in E-Verify. Federal Law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. For more information on E-Verify, please contact 1-888-897-7781.
• Veterans' Preference: the Town of Davie will grant Veterans’ Preference to eligible veterans of the Armed Forces of the United States in compliance with applicable federal and state laws concerning Veterans’ Preference.