Recreation Program Coordinator - Aquatics

City-of-Fort-Lauderdale,-Fl; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Fort Lauderdale is seeking to organize, implement, and facilitate a variety of recreation programs at indoor or outdoor facilities. Responsibilities include planning schedules, instructing groups, supervising staff and volunteers, and ensuring activities run in a fun, organized, and safe manner.

Essential functions cover program coordination, materials management, recruitment and training of staff, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency with 6+ months of additional training.
• Two years of college coursework is preferred.
• 1–3 years' experience in planning, promoting, organizing and conducting recreation activities; related coursework may substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares daily, weekly and seasonal schedules of events and activities.
• Organizes and instructs groups in recreational programming (e.g., dancing, music, crafts, activities, sports and games).
• Instructs groups and supervises staff and volunteers for activities.
• Orders supplies and equipment to ensure participant satisfaction.
• Participates in recruiting, training and supervising seasonal and part-time staff, specialists and volunteers.
• May oversee facility usage, equipment and supplies; maintains records and inventories.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency

Two years of college coursework preferred

Job description

Organizes, implements and facilitates a variety of programs at an indoor or outdoor recreation center or facility or swimming pool. Plans activities, events and programs. Supervises programs to ensure they are run in a fun, organized and safe way.

I n accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants).

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

• Prepares daily, weekly and seasonal schedules of events and activities
• Organizes and instructs groups in phases of recreational programming such as dancing, music, crafts, activities, sports and games
• Serves as advisor or instructor for groups formed to participate in a particular type of activity; instructs members of the department staff and volunteer leaders
• Orders supplies, materials, equipment and other materials pertaining to an activity in order to assure maximum satisfaction for the participants
• Participates in recruiting, training and supervising seasonal and part-time staff, specialists and volunteers
• May check, schedule, maintain and oversee use of facilities, equipment and supplies
• Prepares manuals, rules, announcements, bulletins and promotional materials as directed Maintains operation and recreation activity records and equipment inventories
• Performs related work as required

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency, six (6) or more months of additional training.
2. Have completed two (2) years of college course work is preferred.
3. One (1) to three (3) years' experience in planning, promoting, organizing and conducting recreation activities. Additional qualifying experience or completion of coursework at an accredited college or university in a job-related field, may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience or education.
4. Possess or be able to obtain a valid State of Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
5. If assigned to a licensed afterschool facility, must enroll in the Florida 40-hour Child Care Introductory Training for School-aged children within ninety (90) days from the date of assignment and successfully complete such training within one (1) year.
6. If assigned to a licensed afterschool facility, may be required to obtain the Child Development Associate credential within one (1) year after successful completion of the Florida 40-Hour Child Care Introductory Training for school-aged children.
7. If assigned to a licensed afterschool facility, may be required to obtain a Directors credential within six (6) months after receipt of the Child Development Associate credential.
8. If assigned to a facility with a swimming pool, may be required to obtain a Certified Pool Operator Certification, American Red Cross Basic Water Rescue Certification and Lifeguard Management Training Certification within one (1) year.
9. If assigned to oversee transportation, must possess a current and valid State of Florida Class "B" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with airbrake endorsement and passenger endorsement.
10. To claim Veterans’ Preference, candidates must attach to the application a copy of military separation papers (DD214) and service-connected disability documentation (if applicable) to meet eligibility requirements as stipulated by Florida Statues. For additional information, please refer to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs. (link: https://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/)

As public servants, employees may be required to work immediately before, during, and/or after an emergency. All employees must be available and able to work assigned shifts as determined by their Department Heads.

PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position involves medium physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Fort Lauderdale receives a high volume of applications, so not every applicant who meets the minimum qualifications will be guaranteed an interview. Candidates are selected for interviews based on how closely their education and work experience match the specific requirements of the position.

Applicants will be subject to an extensive selection and screening process, which may include, but not be limited to evaluation of training and experience; written; oral and performance-based testing; skills assessment; interview; employment check, background investigation; medical examination; and drug screen. For Public Safety positions, the process additionally includes polygraph examinations and psychological evaluations. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.

All applicants, including current City of Fort Lauderdale employees, need to fully detail their work experience on the employment application. Applicants must ensure that all required documents submitted are in a format that is acceptable, clear, and legible. It is the applicant’s responsibility to update their online profile with accurate personal information, work history, education, and certifications each time they submit a new application. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.

The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace.