Recreation Activity Specialist IV - Stonebridge Recreation Center

Chesterfield County•Chesterfield, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Activity Specialist IV (RASIV) is an integral part of the Stonebridge Recreation Center, providing fun and educational programs for all ages, with an emphasis on youth and family programming. The role offers an opportunity to interact with and improve the community and may support other recreation centers as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of college and/or equivalent experience working with recreation programs or event planning, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Current valid driver’s license and good driving record. Under the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect six or more demerit points within the 24 months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation worth six demerit points within the preceding 36 months.
Out-of-state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at the interview. Records must show at least three years of history and be dated within 30 days of the interview.
Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification are required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of recreation programs and objectives, as well as behavior management.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
CPR and first aid certification.

Responsibilities

Perform daily recreation center administrative duties.
Coordinate programs and special events.
Plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate programs.
Manage program registration and maintenance.
Order supplies and materials needed for programs and the recreation center.
Manage facility reservations and bookings.
Assist instructors with scheduling their programs.
Decorate for special events.
Process invoices.
Market programs, including designing and distributing flyers.
Coordinate instructor and vendor contracts and payments.
Use automated systems and other software to support efficient office management.
Coordinate, supervise, and evaluate youth and teen programs.
Book entertainment and process payments.
Supervise volunteers.
Place work orders when needed.
Set up rooms for daily activities.
Enforce facility rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as required.