Senior Services - Recreation Center Specialist - Rose Seniors

City of Abilene • Abilene, TX

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About The Position

Under general supervision of a Supervisor I - Senior Services, develop, direct and supervise programs and special events for senior citizens; publicize programs; initiate and teach classes as needed; respond to requests for information; provide accurate and timely customer services to the general public and internal customers as required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: Planning and directing group, social, and recreational activities for Senior Citizens.
• Principles and objectives of recreation and leisure activities to include organizing and leading groups of people.
• First aid practices and techniques; general safety protocol; understanding policies and guidelines for dealing with an emergency.
• Skill to: Implement and evaluate programs and activities within departmental guidelines.
• Assess recreational needs of Senior Citizens.
• Ensure the safety of patrons utilizing our facilities.
• Communicate and interact effectively with co-workers, managers, subordinates, and the general public sufficient to convey information and to receive work direction.
• Operate office equipment, including computer equipment.
• Ability to: Bring creative ideas and programs to the center by staying current with popular trends and senior citizens desires.
• Lead and instruct groups in recreation activities.
• Develop a variety of senior programs and events to meet the community needs.
• Work independently and manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
• Respond quickly in an emergency situation; follow and enforce rules; verbally communicate with the public and staff effectively.
• Professionally communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.
• Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.
• Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.
• Two (2) years of experience in recreation or senior programming is required.
• A valid driver’s license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days of employment, or a military waiver is required.
• Ability to travel to other work locations.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Recreation Management, Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure studies or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality customer service.
• Plans, organizes, conducts and coordinates a variety of programs, classes, special events, and presentations for the Senior Services Division.
• Prepares a variety of reports and other documents such as operating, activity and statistical reports, promotional materials and other forms of documentation.
• Collaborates with community organizations, businesses, service providers to ensure a variety of activities and information are available.
• Ensures that procedures and rules are followed at the Rose Park Senior Center.
• Assists in planning and developing future senior center improvements and recreation programs.
• Assist in recruitment of class instructors and volunteers.
• Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level