Program Coordinator

City-of-Frederic; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

The City of Frederick seeks a Recreation Program Instructor/Coordinator to design, plan, and implement engaging activities for community programs. You will report to the Recreation Supervisor and coordinate program dates, locations and logistics.

Responsibilities include instructing all aspects of the program, supervising instructors or aides, handling waivers and attendance, maintaining safety, and communicating openly with staff and patrons.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate verbally using the English language.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and work with diverse groups of people.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior instructor or coordinator experience desired.
• License/certificate pertaining to program.

Responsibilities

• Report directly to Recreation Supervisor.
• Work in cooperation with the Recreation Supervisor in scheduling of program dates, location, etc.
• Design, plan, and implement program content.
• Be capable to instruct all aspects of program, as well as oversee instructors or aides.
• Complete all accident forms and report to supervisor.
• Maintain for the safety of all participants.
• Maintain open communication with all staff and patrons of the program.
• Responsible for security, if applicable, and cleanliness of the program area at conclusion of program.
• Record all hours worked as directed by supervisor.
• Take attendance at each class and ensure that program waivers are signed by all participants.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Motivate diverse groups

Education

High school diploma or GED

21 years of age or older

Job description

At The City of Frederick, we value diversity and the respect, engagement and productivity an inclusive environment produces. We seek to consistently improve internal and external customer satisfaction, innovate and expand capability of services, and be a government that practices equality, equity, and fairness. We invite you to bring your skills, abilities, and knowledge to The City of Frederick and be a valued addition to a workforce that we know is our greatest asset.

Frederick is a progressive, richly diverse, and authentically charming city. Recognized as one of the best places to live in Maryland, Frederick is surrounded by mountain views and centrally located about 45 miles north of Washington D.C. and 45 miles west of Baltimore, MD.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Report directly to Recreation Supervisor.
• Work in cooperation with the Recreation Supervisor in scheduling of program dates, location, etc.
• Design, plan, and implement program content.
• Be capable to instruct all aspects of program, as well as oversee instructors or aides.
• Complete all accident forms and report to supervisor.
• Maintain for the safety of all participants.
• Maintain open communication with all staff and patrons of the program.
• Responsible for security, if applicable, and cleanliness of the program area at conclusion of program.
• Record all hours worked as directed by supervisor.
• Take attendance at each class and ensure that program waivers are signed by all participants.

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.

• Ability to communicate verbally using the English language.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to motivate and work with diverse groups of people.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• 21 years of age or older
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Prior instructor or coordinator experience desired

OTHER DESIRABLES:

• License/certificate pertaining to program

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job although they may vary by program. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The incumbent in this position must provide a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants during programs. While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is repeatedly required to move about a court or field setting. The incumbent is required to frequently communicate with program participants and general public. This position requires the incumbent to frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Physical demands may vary depending on program being offered. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITION:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Programs may occur indoors in a controlled setting or outdoors under varying weather conditions depending on program.

Equal Opportunity Employer