Recreation Coordinator

CoreCivic; Eden (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to assist in planning and supervising the facility's recreational program for inmates/residents.

You will coordinate daily activities such as athletic games, print/craft shop, and other hobby programs, while maintaining safety and reporting. A High School diploma plus 60 college credits in related fields and one year of experience are required. A valid driver's license is also needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• 60 credit hours of college coursework in Recreational Management, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field is required.
• One year of experience in supervising recreation or leisure activities is required.
• Demonstrate ability to supervise a recreation program and communicate clearly with participants and staff.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist in supervision of the overall recreational program for the facility, including inmate/resident supervision per security plan.
• Coordinate and supervise daily recreational and leisure activities per building schedule.
• Maintain and conduct physical inventories of supplies, tools and equipment to avoid waste or loss.
• Order replacement items and arrange proper equipment and facilities as required.
• Maintain safety and sanitation of recreational areas and prepare required reports.

Skills

Supervision

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

60 college credit hours in related field

Job description

$23.90 / per year

At CoreCivic, our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good. We are currently seeking a Recreation Coordinator who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional, secure setting. Come join a team that is dedicated to making an impact for the people and communities we serve.

The Recreation Coordinator assists in the planning and supervision of the recreational program for the facility. They coordinate and supervise daily recreational and leisure activities, to include but not limited to, athletic games, print shop, craft shop or other hobby programs for inmates/residents.

• Assist in the supervision of the overall recreational program for the facility, to include supervising inmates/residents in support of the facility security plan.
• Coordinate and supervise daily recreational and leisure activities in accordance with building schedule, to include but not limited to, athletic games, print shop, craft shop or other hobby programs.
• Maintain and conduct physical inventories of supplies, tools and equipment to avoid waste, loss and damage.
• Order replacement items in a timely manner, within the guidelines of facility purchasing procedures. Arrange for the proper equipment and facilities to be available in designated areas of the facility as required.
• Maintain and monitor the safety and sanitation of recreational areas.
• Prepare and disseminate reports, including safety and accident reports, statistical reports, and other documents as required by policy; takes appropriate action in cases of serious and unusual incidents and emergencies.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.
• Sixty (60) credit hours of college coursework in Recreational Management, Kinesiology, Physical Education or an acceptable related field is required.
• One year of experience in the supervision of recreation or leisure activities is required.
• Acceptable related recreation experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Demonstrate ability to supervise a recreation program and communicate clearly with participants and staff.
• Experience with custody and control of inmates/residents preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
  
  
  

CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace and EOE – including Disability/Veteran.