RECREATION PROGRAMMER

Shawnee County; Kansas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Shawnee County, Kansas seeks a Recreation Programmer to lead diverse programs across parks and centers and collaborate with staff, partners, and the community to grow programming. This role drives CAPRA-based plans and continuous improvement in services.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining records, improving customer service, and evaluating programs while supporting long‑term goals for core area programming; a pre‑employment physical and drug screen are required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation Management (administration), Recreation, or a related field with relevant coursework; or commensurate experience.
• Three years of experience in recreation; supervised experience preferred.
• Two years of supervisory experience and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages programs in centers, parks, and green spaces; records data and prepares reports.
• Supervises staff and volunteers, ensuring high quality programming and safety.
• Ensures excellent customer service and collaborates with partners and the community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program development

Data recording & reporting

Education

Parks & Recreation degree or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SHAWNEE COUNTY, KANSAS

Recreation Programmer

POSITION NUMBER: PR1025A FLSA STATUS: N

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Recreation Program Supervisor, serves as a member of the Recreation Division/Park Services Division. The Recreation Programmer is responsible for the cultivation, development, and monitoring of diversified programs in collaboration with recreation staff. They will drive the growth and development of current programming and find opportunities for crosspollination within the department, with partners, and the community. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK PERFORMED

45% Implementation of Programs – Using the CAPRA Recreation Program Plan, develops and

manages programs in the centers, green spaces, and parks. Researches current trends, initiates new programming with goals for establishing best practices while increasing attendance and collaboration with community resources. Includes recording data, creating activity timelines, conducting surveys, assisting in news releases, flyers and other printed material. Prepares reports and maintains records of program activities. Makes continuous evaluation of all programs and services offered.

25% Supervising – Hires and schedules Rec+Roll Ambassadors for the Rec+Roll van. Schedules

and promotes the van in parks and at community events. Supervises intermittent and instructors at activities to ensure quality programming, excellent customer service, and safety of participants. Assists the Supervisor in developing and implementing policies and procedures; provides information and recommendations for programming. Plans long term and short-term goals for core area programs. Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize the work of others.

20% Customer Service - Possesses a sense of integrity and commitment to internal and external

customer satisfaction. Exhibits the ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Shows strong decision making and analytical abilities in approaching customer service issues. Uses strong communication/listening skills in daily activities.

10% Other Duties as Assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Knowledge of:

• Recreation activities and equipment
• Kansas Department of Health and Environment Child Care licensing regulations
• Human resources management including hiring practices, disciplinary procedures, terminations, etc.
• Supervisory responsibilities and effective leadership skills
• Office practices and procedures
• English usage, spelling, grammar, written communication and arithmetic
• Office management, organization and procedures
• County operations, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Microsoft Office and other computer software packages
• The operation of office equipment, personal computers and communication systems
• Standard formats for correspondence, reports and forms
• Record keeping and reporting methods

Ability to:

• Plan and direct the work of others
• Work independently without detailed instruction
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions
• Communicate information effectively, concisely and accurately, both verbally and in writing
• Apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Use basic word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records
• Operate general office equipment, telephone, personal computer and a motor vehicle
• Use basic math and formulas to track and complete presentations
• Compute, verify and compare figures
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, the public and other
• County personnel

Skill in:

• Providing leadership and direction to employees
• Interpreting County rules and resolutions
• Operating common office machines, a personal computer and software, in particular: Microsoft
• Office Professional (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Access)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

N-Never O-Occasional (1%-33%) F-Frequent (34%-66%) C-Continuous (67%-100%)

HANDS BODY/TRUNK OTHER

Reaching X Sitting X Driving X Pushing/Pulling X Bending X High Elevation X

Climbing X Reaching X Unprotected Heights X

EQUIPMENT USED

• Personal ComputerPrinter
• Telephone
• Fax MachineVehicles
• Office Furniture

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited college or university in Parks and Recreation Management (administration), Recreation, or a related field with course work in park administration, budgeting, child development, public speaking, business, recreation programming, education, psychology and sociology; OR commensurate experience.
• Three (3) years’ experience in recreation field. A Graduate Degree in the areas listed above may be substituted for two (2) years of experience.
• Two (2) years’ supervisory experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and able to operate a County-owned vehicle (HR-2013-2).
• (HR-2013-2) Driving record that shows: No misdemeanor or felony convictions for traffic/vehicular offenses (DUI, vehicular homicide, reckless driving, hit and run, etc.) on the driving record that are less than five (5) years old; No more than two (2) at fault or chargeable accidents on their driving record that are less than five (5) years old; No more than two (2) traffic infractions (speeding, failure to yield right of way, etc.) that are less than one (1) year old.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Required to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.

This Position Description is not designed to list all tasks and responsibilities of this position.Shawnee County reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need may arise. This Position Description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

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Employee’s Signature / Printed Name Date

Administering Supervisor’s Signature / Printed Name Date

Appointing Authority’s Signature / Printed Name DateCreated: 8/15Revision History: 05/24