Recreation Program Coordinator - Youth and Adult Programming

Purpose of Work

Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, plans and organizes a wide variety of youth and adult recreational programs, interprets and implements the goals and policies of the Recreation and Parks Department, and communicates with volunteers and participants. Supervises employees and contractors in the recreation programs.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of planning, developing, implementing and evaluating of recreation programs, including, but not limited to, leagues, classes, camps and special events.

Researches and recommends new program creation and development.

Assists in the recruitment and management of volunteer coaches to ensure proper methods and procedures are being followed. This includes, but is not limited to, attending all pre-season coaches meetings, collecting background checks and concussion certifications, evaluating, and creating new resources for volunteer coaches to use.

Performs equipment inventory to ensure all activities are fully equipped with safe and suitable equipment. Makes recommendations to the Recreation Supervisor on items needed based on inventory records. Assists in the ordering and distribution of uniforms for programs, leagues, and specialty camps.

Remains informed of current developments and procedures pertinent to duties; participates in professional development activities; attends staff meetings and industry related conferences, as directed.

Performs general office work such as word processing, processing registrations, refunds and transfers, scheduling meetings, answering questions by phone, email and in person, following financial procedures and providing department specific information.

Interviews, hires, trains and disciplines seasonal staff as assigned

Works non-traditional hours including nights, weekends and holidays.

Communicates directly with part-time staff, volunteer coaches and program participants via various platforms including, but not limited to, email, phone and face-to-face.

Other duties as assigned.