Recreation Specialist

therishercompanies; Miami (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

therishercompanies in Miami, Arizona is seeking a Recreation Center Supervisor to oversee the recreation center’s operations and staff. This role includes planning and organizing events, managing recreation programs, and ensuring customer satisfaction.

The ideal candidate must possess strong management and supervisory skills, with experience in recreational facility management, and must have relevant educational qualifications. The position requires effective communication and the ability to work in various conditions, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand English verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of recreation program management.
• Experience in building relationships with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise recreation center and staff.
• Manage and evaluate recreation programs.
• Develop and maintain safety awareness.

Skills

Customer service skills

Supervisory skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED and 9 years relevant experience OR Bachelor's degree and 5 years relevant experience

CPR, AED, First Aid certification

Tools

MS Office software

Database software

Job description

Under general direction, responsible for the planning, organizing and supervision of the recreation center and staff, including golf course management, fitness, pool, recreational and community events. This position will report to the Recreation Director.

• Support Director in supervision of Recreation Center staff
• Program, market, and host recreation programs
• Plan and schedule meetings, develop agendas and coordinate staff training
• Maintain availability and visibility to staff
• Develop, evaluate, and update recreation, course and administrative policies and procedures
• Coordinate, manage, track, and evaluate recreation programs to ensure that they are cost effective and meet the needs of the community
• Oversee division promotional and marketing strategies to promote recreation participation
• Perform public relations duties and respond to inquiries and complaints
• Maintain confidential information and records pertaining to members, participants, and staff
• Exercise good judgement and provide excellent customer service to the members
• Perform facility and equipment maintenance processes
• Maintain general facility appearances
• Perform other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and nine (9) years of relevant experience, OR
• Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of relevant experience
• Current CPR for the Professional, AED, First Aid, or ability to obtain within the first ninety (90) days of employment
• Working knowledge of recreation programs and their management
• Working knowledge of golf course and recreation center management
• Strong customer service, listening and problem solving skills
• Supervisory/management skills and competency in management, administration, promotion, and program development
• Experience in building relationships with families and health seekers of all ages and working effectively with people
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Knowledge of budget preparation, monitory, and administration
• Competency in use of MS Office software and database software
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions, and to respond to safety and emergency situations

Preferred

• Great attitude, ability to have fun, and interest in building a strong culture and high performing team
• Ability to receive constructive feedback and supervisor direction
• Resourcefulness

Criteria/Conditions

• Ability to understand and apply verbal and written work and safety-related instructions and procedures given in English
• Ability to communicate in English with respect to job assignments, job procedures, and applicable safety standards
• Must be able to work in a potentially stressful environment
• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors
• Work may be on site of special events and activities
• Must be able to work irregular hours including some evenings and weekends
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs and ladders, work on elevated platforms, talk, hear, and see
• Occasionally may be required to life moderately heavy objects (up to 20 pounds) during the workday
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine, outdoor, manufacturing or plant environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required