Community Center Specialist- Permanent Full Time

City of Hampton; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hampton is hiring a Community Center Specialist to organize and implement a comprehensive year-round recreation program for citizens of all ages in Hampton. The role works under general supervision, developing methods and schedules, and supervises instructors and part-time staff.

This position requires an associate degree or two years of college in recreation/physical education, along with two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or two years of college in Recreation, Physical Education or related field.
• Two years of full-time equivalent experience in recreation work at a professional or paraprofessional level.
• Therapeutic Recreation: minimum one year experience, including adaptive education, etc.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Must possess or obtain CPR/First Aid within 90 days of employment.
• CTRS certification is preferred for Therapeutic Recreation.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.
• Requires shift work including some nights, weekends and holidays.
• May require some local travel.
• Incumbent may be considered essential personnel during city emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and implement a comprehensive year-round recreation program for citizens of all ages in the City of Hampton.
• Supervise non-departmental instructors, volunteers and part-time staff.
• Work under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
• Provide and conduct a complete program of recreational activities for citizens of all ages.

Skills

2 years recreation experience

Valid driver's license

CPR/First Aid within 90 days

Education

Associates degree or 2 years of college in Recreation/Physical Education

Job description

The Parks, Recreation & Leisure Services Department is hiring for a Community Center Specialist to organize and implement a comprehensive year-round recreation program in one or more functional recreation areas for citizens of all ages in the City of Hampton.

The purpose of this position within the organization is to provide and conduct a complete program of recreational activities for citizens of all ages in the City of Hampton. This position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Supervises non-departmental instructors, volunteers and part-time staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates degree or two (2) years of college level or post secondary education in Recreation, Physical Education or related field.
• Requires two (2) years of full time equivalent experience in recreation work at a professional or paraprofessional level in one or more of the primary functional areas of recreation.
• When assigned to Therapeutic Recreation: must have a minimum of one (1) year of experience in a therapeutic recreation environment, to include experience in settings such as: adapted physical education, special education, and residential/institutional settings inclusive of individuals with disabilities.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
• Must possess or obtain basic CPR/First Aid certifications within 90 days of employment.
• When assigned to Therapeutic Recreation a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification is preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires shift work to include some nights, weekends and holidays.
• May require some local travel.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during city emergency situations, or at the direction of the City Manager or designee which may include long hours and unusual schedules.