Recreation Coordinator - Athletics
7 days ago
Layton
Job Description WORK SCHEDULE Expected to work evenings and weekends with a standard schedule of four 10-hour days, typically Wednesday through Saturday. Flexibility is required to accommodate the needs of athletic programs, leagues, and special events, which includes evening, weekend, and holiday hours GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of full performance, field supervisory, general administrative and technical duties as needed to coordinate the day-to-day operation of one or more City recreation programs. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Assistant Parks & Recreation Director SUPERVISION EXERCISED Provides close to general supervision to Facility Managers, Recreation Specialists, temporary, seasonal and volunteer personnel. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Promotes and follows the City's mission statement, values and expectations. Serves as a field supervisor; initiates and coordinates the implementation of activities as needed to assure timely delivery of scheduled events, special events, service projects, classes, league play and programs; supervises the operation and activities of such programs as basketball, baseball/softball, volleyball, pickle ball, football, tennis, special events, tournaments, etc. Assists in developing program cost projects and recommendations for budgets; monitors program expenditures to assure compliance with established financial guidelines. Directs and trains recreation activities for seasonal, temporary and volunteer personnel. Oversees coaches, activity specialists, site supervisors, and officials and conducts training as needed. May officiate or referee games or assist in coaching. Maintains statistics for leagues and tournaments, rake fields, put up nets for baseball, and repair scoreboards. Schedules leagues, programs and events; manages the annual and seasonal calendar to assure timeliness of program starting dates and conclusions; assures timely delivery of public notices and announcements as needed to afford target populations opportunity for participation. Assists in public relations by recruiting personnel and volunteers and presenting new programs to the general public. Conducts program registrations and completes post-programs evaluations to assure effectiveness. Carries out publicity programs; utilizes various forms of media, notices, publications, fliers and brochures to promote City-wide interest and use of recreation facilities and program participation. Oversees the distribution and use of equipment through an organized check-out and check-in process. Ensures all equipment is returned promptly, in good condition, and properly stored. Implements and maintains accurate inventory control procedures, including routine inspections and updates to inventory records. Monitors equipment condition and availability, identifying and addressing maintenance needs, lost or damaged items, and equipment replacement. Coordinates the procurement of new equipment and supplies as necessary. Conducts periodic audits of inventory to ensure accountability and maintain compliance with departmental standards. Handles complaints from coaches, participants, organizations; negotiates to achieve solutions which better the recreation programs and services. Prepares cost and revenue projections for specific programs and events. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and experience: A. Graduation from a standard senior high school; plus two (2) years of work experience in recreational sporting programs. OR B. Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in recreation management (preferably from a NRPA accredited program), youth recreation leadership, physical education or some other related field is preferred AND C. One year of recreation program administration, physical education teaching, coaching or related experience; OR D. An equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of the methods and techniques of developing and operating recreation programs; of the philosophy and objectives of community recreation programming; team sports management; community and public relations; rules and regulations of a variety of sports and recreational activities; of equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program; the operation of personal computers and various software applications including spread sheets, word processing, Excel, able to write letters and communicate by written work in a professional manner. Ability to organize recreational leagues, establish team rosters schedule games, tournaments and other play activities; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, various age groups, other organizations, and the public; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing. 3. Special Qualifications: Must possess a valid Utah driver's license. 4. Work Environment: Incumbent of the position, performs in a typical office setting with appropriate climate controls. Tasks require a variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular stain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching, and lifting. Talking, hearing and seeing essential to effective performance of essential functions. Common eye, hand finger dexterity exist. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, discriminating thinking and creative problem solving. Frequent local travel required in normal course of job performance. Expected to work evenings and weekends with a standard schedule of four 10-hour days, typically Wednesday through Saturday. Flexibility is required to accommodate the needs of athletic programs, leagues, and special events, which includes evening, weekend, and holiday hours Job Posted by ApplicantPro