Recreation Specialist

Responsible for the implementation and operation of a viable recreation program for all offenders/detainees. Oversees the recreation facilities and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing, coordinating, and supervising activities for offenders/detainees.

Explains and demonstrates to inmates the proper technique and use of all recreational equipment, including the enforcement of safety rules and regulations.

Inspects recreation areas for cleanliness and safety.

Maintains recreation department records.

Access the needs and interests of offenders/detainees and plan activities, accordingly, given the available equipment or facilities.

Orders, maintains, and schedules the repair of all recreation department equipment.

Purchase equipment and supplies needed for all recreational activities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge Skills/Abilities:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Ability to be tact, have excellent judgment and the ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive situations.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED Certificate.

2 years of experience leading a recreation program.

Administrative, clerical, and customer service experience required.

Advanced computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability and willingness to learn new systems quickly and use technology

effectively.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to satisfactorily perform these essential functions without causing undue hardship for the employer.

Continuous sitting per shift.

Ability to work continuously on a telephone/computer/scanner/fax/copier or other office equipment per shift.

Frequent periods of walking and/or standing.

Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs.

Frequent grasping, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, and twisting.

Pay Rate : $ 19.44

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)