Assistant Program Coordinator-Aquatics

City of Murfreesboro, TN; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a recreation program coordinator to plan, implement, and evaluate programming across multiple areas. You will work with supervisors and staff to achieve goals and ensure a positive patron experience.

The role requires organizing activities, supervising volunteers, and maintaining facility equipment, inventory, and records. A driver’s license and CPR/AED are required or obtained within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or related field.
• Minimum of one year of experience in facility programming or recreation management.
• Valid driver’s license and CPR/AED certifications (or within 6 months of hire).

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and evaluate programming in specialized areas.
• Coordinate with staff to achieve programming goals and lead activities.
• Interact with patrons to provide information and a positive experience.
• Maintain inventory and set up facility equipment.
• Supervise staff and volunteers; manage time sheets and staff records.
• Prepare supply lists and submit maintenance requests.
• Handle receipts and deposits; manage funds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Customer service

Leadership

Staff coordination

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in Parks & Recreation

Job description

This position is considered a Safety-Sensitive position. Applicants who pass the interview process will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.

Essential Functions

• Must be able to communicate with others in spoken and written English to ensure the safe and efficient operations of the business.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates diversified programming in specialized areas of focus.
• Coordinates with supervisors and other department staff to accomplish programming goals, conducts and actively participates in scheduled activities. Delivers specialty services, specific to the goals of assigned area, and leads and participates in the success of the program as a whole.
• Interacts with patrons to provide a positive customer experience. Provides accurate information regarding activities and services.
• Maintains inventory, sets up and takes down, operates and takes responsibility for recreational equipment such as adjustable basketball goals, volleyball nets and standards, AV equipment, or other facility equipment.
• Coordinates facility staffing needs and supervises assigned staff and volunteers.
• Maintains records and reports, reviews and signs time sheets of staff.
• Generates supply lists for areas within the facility and submits maintenance requests.
• Reconciles receipts, make bank deposits, and manages funds.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Performs work that involves walking, standing, stooping, jumping, stretching, or lifting all of the time.
• Involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in facility programming, recreation management, or closely related is required.

Special Certifications and Licenses

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must have current CPR/AED certifications or acquire certification within six (6) months from date of hire.

***Additional certifications related to assigned area of focus is preferred. For example, a Golf Professional may have PGA or LPGA Membership, or Aquatics may be a certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and/or National Recreation and Parks Association Aquatic Facility Operator.

The City of Murfreesboro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.