P/T Program Leader

Port Orange, City of (FL); Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Port Orange, City of (FL) is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to organize diverse recreation activities, support city-sponsored events, and supervise volunteers. The role includes enforcing rules at facilities and rentals, teaching games and safety, and maintaining equipment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid Florida driver’s license, and the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Effective oral and written communication.
• Knowledge of game/ facility rules and safety.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and participates in a wide variety of recreation activities for different age groups.
• Assists with city-sponsored events and supervises volunteers when needed.
• Ensures compliance with rules during rentals of facilities and gymnasiums.
• Instructs groups in games, skills, and safety practices.
• Maintains equipment and inventory related to playgrounds and recreation centers.
• Coordinates with volunteers and vendors to address issues.
• Occasional night, weekend, or odd-hour work may be required.
• Performs related duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Athletic ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Florida driver’s license

Certifications/licenses/registrations

Job description

Those functions actually required to perform this position, the removal of which would fundamentally change the job. These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Organizes and participates in a wide variety of recreation activities for different age groups and interests.
• Organizes and assists with the execution of city-sponsored events.
• Ensures rules and regulations are being adhered to during community center, gymnasium, field and special event rentals.
• May supervise volunteers when necessary.
• Assists supervisors with administrative details involved in organized sports programs and facility rentals.
• Instructs individuals or groups in rules of games, skill development and safety.
• Maintains playground and recreation center equipment and games.
• Responsible for inventory control.
• Coordinates with various volunteers and vendors to address complaints and bring issues to the attention of supervisors.
• Performs related work as required. These additional duties may be representative of tasks typically performed by those in a lesser or more advanced job grade.
• May work nights, weekends or odd schedules and may periodically work alone.

This position is part of the City’s Emergency Management Team and, as such, shall be expected to perform all duties that are assigned during an Emergency Management operation. Any additional compensation, above the normal weekly salary, shall be outlined by the City Manager in the City’s Emergency Management Activation and Emergency Declaration. Failure to appear to perform emergency management assignments and to work assigned shifts as scheduled by the City’s Emergency Management Professional or individuals designated by the City Manager to assign such functions will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Six to nine months related experience coordinating various recreational programs.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certifications. Licenses, and Registrations
• Must have valid Florida driver’s license.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations for games and facilities.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and playing rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow and interpret instructions in written and oral format.
• Athletic skill in the various athletic programs offered through the City.
• Ability to work various hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to resolve conflict.