Recreation Coordinator

CoreCivic; Estancia (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

CoreCivic is seeking a Recreation Coordinator to plan and supervise the facility's recreational program, coordinating daily activities and ensuring safety and compliance within an institutional setting.

Responsibilities include supervising inmates/residents, coordinating events, maintaining equipment, and producing reports. A HS diploma/GED plus 60 college credits in related fields are required, with at least 1 year of relevant supervision experience and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Sixty (60) credit hours of college coursework in Recreational Management, Kinesiology, Physical Education or related field required.
• One year of experience in supervision of recreation or leisure activities required.
• Experience with custody and control of inmates/residents preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the supervision of the overall recreational program for the facility, including supervising inmates/residents in support of the facility security plan.
• Coordinate and supervise daily recreational and leisure activities per building schedule (athletic games, print shop, craft shop or other hobby programs).
• Maintain inventories of supplies, order replacements, and arrange equipment/facilities as required.
• Maintain and monitor safety and sanitation of recreational areas.
• Prepare and disseminate safety, accident, and other reports as required by policy.

Skills

Supervision of recreation

Communication with participants

Custody experience (preferred)

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

60 credit hours in related field

Job description

$20.64 per hour
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

$20.64 per hour
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.