Parks & Recreation Specialist- Athletics

City of Concord • Concord, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to coordinate the development, implementation, and assessment of recreation and leisure programs held in centers, parks, or other sites around the city. This role involves managing various aspects of athletic programming, including youth and adult sports, and overseeing staff and volunteers. The specialist also assists with program development, marketing, and administrative tasks such as payroll coordination.

Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 12 months from hire date
• Ability to obtain Certified Pool Operator Certification (CPO) within 12 months from hire date
• Supervising and evaluating seasonal employees and/or volunteers
• Prioritizing and assigning work
• Basic mathematics
• Operating a computer and applicable software applications
• Applying local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Analyzing problems and implementing solutions
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of athletic activities principles and practices
• Knowledge of budget practices and processes
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Knowledge of project management principles

Responsibilities

• Coordinates transportation, facilities, dates, fees, registration.
• Manages athletic programming including youth sports, adult sports, referees, coaches, volunteers, uniforms, and/or sponsors for a variety of events, trips, classes, races, and/or league sports teams.
• Supervises contract employees, volunteers, and seasonal staff by prioritizing and assigning work, providing input on performance, ensuring staff are trained and follow policies and procedures, maintaining a healthy and safe working environment.
• Assists Parks & Recreation department with researching and developing new programs and activities.
• Coordinates payroll for contract employees by collecting time sheets, completing necessary forms, and submitting documents on time.
• Assists with marketing of programs and activities.
• Performs other similar duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed