Assistant Program Coordinator-Tennis Clinician

City of Murfreesboro; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Murfreesboro is seeking an Assistant/Program Coordinator to develop, plan and coordinate programs for the public across all age groups. The role emphasizes communication in English and delivering engaging recreational activities in alignment with department goals.

Responsibilities include planning, implementing and evaluating programming, coordinating staffing and volunteers, maintaining records, and ensuring a positive customer experience while upholding safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation or related field preferred; equivalent combinations may be considered.
• At least 1 year of experience in facility programming, recreation management, or closely related area.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan and coordinate public programming for all ages.
• Plans, implements, evaluates programming in specialized areas and collaborates with staff.
• Coordinates staffing, supervises staff and volunteers.
• Maintains records, signs time sheets and manages supplies and funds.
• Delivers programs and events, ensuring a safe, organized environment.

Skills

English Communication

Program Planning

Team Supervision

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation

Job description

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

The purpose of this position is to develop, plan and coordinate programs and activities for the public of all age groups.

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.

Supplemental Information:

Assistant Program Coordinators assigned to tennis operations will take a lead role in delivering tennis clinics, programs, and special events under the supervision of a certified Tennis Professional. They will plan and lead group instruction, coordinate court and equipment setup, supervise part-time staff or volunteers assisting with programs, and ensure a safe, organized, and engaging tennis environment for participants.

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 validdriver’slicense.
• 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.