Recreation Programmer

Summary Description

Under the direction of the Director of Parks and Recreation and/or Recreation Superintendent, is responsible for performing a variety of duties using a high degree of independent judgement.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Plans, coordinates and supervises youth, adult and senior recreation programs

Instruct specific recreational interest areas included but not limited to youth, adult and/or senior program activities, sports and games, outdoor activities, music, fine arts and physical fitness/wellness

Evaluates programs and creates year long program and activity plans

Works cooperatively with other program and facility staff and with outside community groups and organizations

Assists with content preparation of departmental brochures, flyers, newsletters and other marketing materials

Develops and maintains program budgets

Trains, schedules and monitors part-time and seasonal staff/volunteers

Monitor and update website content as needed

Makes referrals to appropriate agencies

Required to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays

Maintains licenses and certifications as required, if any

Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance

Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functionsCore Competencies:

Customer Focus Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first-hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services, acts with customer in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Interpersonal Savvy Relates well to all staff and management within the organization, outside the organization with constituents and vendors, builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can diffuse even high-tension situations comfortably.

Learning on the Fly Learns quickly when facing new problems; a relentless and versatile learner; open to change; analyzes both successes and failures for clues to improvement; experiments and will try anything to find solutions; enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks; quickly grasps the essence of a variety of topics.

Creativity Creates many new and unique ideas; easily makes connections among previously unrelated notations; tends to be seen as original and value-added in brainstorming settings.

Time Management Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; values time; concentrates his/her efforts on the more important priorities; can attend to a broader range of activities.

Action Oriented Enjoys working hard; is action-oriented and full of energy for the things he/she sees as challenging; not fearful of acting with a minimum of planning; seizes opportunities and quickly evaluates.

Composure Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn't show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisisEQUIPMENT USED: The following are examples only and are not intended to be all inclusive.

Athletic and recreation equipment

Standard office equipment

Motor vehicleADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

Assists other Parks and Recreation staff as needed

Provides support to Department-sponsored activities, including but not limited to special events, workshops, training, special meetings, and exhibitions

Assists other departments as assigned by the Mayor and/or Director of AdministrationPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The essential functions of this position require employee to perform work in an office and athletic/special event environment, either indoors or out

Frequent walking, standing, sitting, talking, and hearing

Occasionally required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls

Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms

Occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, twist, and turn

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Ability to drive a motor vehicle to transport program equipment and supplies to and from other City offices/facilities and school and library facilities

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Education & Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Possession of an associate’s or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, physical education, sport management or related field, or a minimum of four years’ experience in a supervisory position in recreation or related field

Possession of a valid State of Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license

CPR, AED and First Aid Certification preferredQUALIFICATIONS: (* indicates developed after employment).

Knowledge of:

Specialized skills, training or certification as required and/or provide instruction in activities or areas which are activity specific Skill in:

Developing, planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of recreational programs

Developing goals and objectives

Identifying community needs and recommending appropriate programsAbility to:

Assess the needs and implement targeted program opportunities for a variety of age ranges and ability levels

Establish schedules and methods for providing recreation services

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, officials, and the general public

Maintain records, prepare reports, schedules, surveys, and evaluations