COMMUNITY CENTER COORDINATOR (CDL) - 1026

City of Greenville (SC); Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Greenville (SC) administers comprehensive recreation programs at community centers, organizing summer camps, afterschool activities, arts programs, and senior activities. The role involves coordinating staff and volunteers, ensuring facilities are safe and well-maintained, and transporting participants in city vehicles.

You will engage with neighborhood associations and partners to promote offerings, manage records, and assist with budget considerations while delivering quality services

Qualifications

• Associate degree in sports management, parks and recreation management, or a related field.
• Over one (1) year of experience in recreation management and/or education.
• Any equivalent combination of directly related education, training, and experience with progressive responsibility in recreation, sports management, education, physical education, or a related field.
• Must have or obtain CPR & First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate diverse recreation programs for all ages and abilities.
• Monitor and inspect facilities, equipment and safety; coordinate setup/breakdown.
• Serve as liaison to neighborhood groups, partners, and internal teams; promote programs.
• Maintain records of participants, rentals, and program data; support budget reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Public speaking

Communication

English proficiency

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in sports management, parks and recreation management, or related field

Bachelor's degree in recreation or related field (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

Under regular direction and in compliance with standard operating procedures and policies, creates, coordinates, and delivers community center and other recreation programs, activities and events as assigned. Ensures program facilities are properly maintained, as well as, setups and breakdowns tables, chairs, equipment, and supplies as needed. Transports recreation program participants in City-provided commercial vehicles. Assists in leading and coordinating seasonal and temporary personnel and volunteers. Connects with neighborhood associations, non-profit agencies, and organizations to foster community involvement. Track and maintain participant and program records as needed.

Essential Functions

• Plan, Coordinate, & Evaluate Recreation Programs:Organize, develop, and coordinate diverse recreation programs, including but not limited to: summer and holiday camp programs, afterschool programs, arts programs, senior adult programs, teen programs, and special events. Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, recommend changes and implement management decisions. Transport participants in a commercial vehicle to various sites throughout the City to participate in recreation activities. Assist in training, leading, and coordinating seasonal and temporary personnel and volunteers in the performance of shared responsibilities. As needed, participate in the interviewing and selection process for seasonal and temporary personnel and volunteers. Perform administrative tasks, such as attending and scheduling meetings, preparing reports, and maintaining records. May be responsible for handling or processing of program payments and monitoring nominal expenditures.
• Monitor & Inspect Facilities:Monitor and inspect fields, facilities, supplies, and equipment for safety and security. Ensure that equipment is inventoried and maintained on a regular basis. Notify maintenance personnel as needed for facility or equipment repairs. Setup and breakdown program and facility supplies and equipment as well as tables and chairs.
• Serve as a Liaison to the Neighborhood, Community Partners, & Internal Groups:Serve as a liaison and resource for community agencies and other organizations and stakeholders. Perform community outreach to promote recreation programs and stimulate interest in City offerings. Receive and respond to questions and concerns from the community. Identify potential issues and resolve problems within level of authority referring to supervisor as appropriate.
• Maintain Records:Track and maintain records of daily community center drop-in participants, program participants, facility rentals, etc. Prepare and summarize data for quarterly and yearly reports as needed. As needed, assist in the collection of data in support of departmental budget reports.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree in sports management, parks and recreation management, or a related field.
• Over one (1) year of experience in recreation management and/or education.
• Any equivalent combination of directly related education, training, and experience with progressive responsibility in recreation, sports management, education, physical education, or a related field.
• Must have or obtain CPR & First Aid certifications within six (6) months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation or a related field.

Driver's License Requirements

• Valid South Carolina Class D Driver's License at hire.
• Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Learner's Permit within three (3) weeks of hire, or the equivalent CLP from their state of residence.
• Valid South Carolina Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement within three (3) months of hire, or the equivalent CDL from their state of residence.
• Please be advised: Applicants who do not intend to relocate to South Carolina, must reside in a neighboring state (Georgia or North Carolina) and must meet the same CDL requirements as residents of South Carolina. In addition, employees residing in a neighboring state are required to provide to the City of Greenville an annual Motor Vehicle Record from their state's Department of Motor Vehicles at the sole cost of the employee.

Performance Requirements

Knowledge of:

• Recreation programming principles and best practices.
• Trends and current developments in recreation planning.
• Proper care and safety practices of recreation, facility, sports field equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Principles and practices for providing high-level customer service.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

Ability to:

• Plan and deliver comprehensive and diverse recreation programming for all ages, abilities, and interests.
• Assist in leading and coordinating seasonal and/or temporary staff and volunteers, including training, work planning, organizing, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with outside nonprofit organizations to accomplish mission and goals.
• Perform minor maintenance duties.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Maintain order and safety in crowded and noisy environments.
• Administer first aid, CPR, and AED, as needed.
• Handle and balance of cash payments.
• Perform work as directed in an efficient, effective, safe, and timely manner.
• Respond appropriately to changing situations.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Learn and effectively use City recreation programming software.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Speak effectively in public.
• Read, comprehend, and apply knowledge of rules, regulations and procedures as they relate to City recreational programs.
• Use, operate, and maintain a variety of operational, custodial, and audio-visual equipment.
• Drive and safely operate a City-provided commercial vehicle used to transport recreation participants.
• Operate general office equipment to include scanner, printer, copier, telephone, and computer with Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions

Primary Work Location

Community Center (includes indoor and outdoor recreation facilities).

Protective Equipment Required

Closed-toe shoes, gloves, etc.

Environmental/Health and Safety Factors

Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Seasonal exposure to extreme temperatures and humidity.

Physical Demands

Constantly requires vision and hearing. Frequently requires standing, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, kneeling, pushing/pulling, balancing, bending, twisting, and talking. Occasionally requires fine dexterity, handling/grasping, climbing, crouching and stooping, and foot controls. Medium strength demands include exerting 20-50 pounds occasionally, exerting up to 10-20 pounds frequently, or exerting up to 10 pounds constantly.

Mental Demands

Frequently requires change of tasks, irregular schedule/overtime, working closely with others as part of a team, and a noisy/distracting environment. Occasionally involves time pressures, performing multiple tasks simultaneously, tedious or exacting work, and emergency situations.

Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance

The City of Greenville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Prospective and current employees should contact Human Resources to request an ADA accommodation.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.