Recreation Coordinator I (Athletics)

Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community • Scottsdale, AZ

10h

About The Position

Under general supervision from the Athletic Program Manager, assists in the implementation of a comprehensive athletic program for SRPMIC youth and adults. This position is subject to non-standard work hours and is treated as an FLSA non-exempt position. The Recreation Coordinator I differs from the Recreation Coordinator II, by providing more of a supportive role with program activities and events and is entry level position. This position is eligible for progression requiring familiarity with the program and leveraging professional working relationships.

Requirements

• A High School diploma or GED and one (1) year recreation related work including experience with programming and coordinating structured and specialized recreational activities required.
• Knowledge of the culture, customs traditions, history and government of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of federal, state, local, SRPMIC laws, codes and regulations and procedures pertaining to recreation programs and administration.
• Knowledge of rules and regulations and tournament bracketing governing various competitive athletic games such as softball, baseball, basketball, etc.
• Knowledge of a variety of recreational, social and cultural programs for youths and adults.
• Knowledge of methods and procedures of recreation facility maintenance and operations.
• Skill in organizing, promoting, and operating public events, sporting events, and recreation programs.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with public and Tribal officials, representatives of a variety of agencies, organizations and groups, and members of the Community.
• Ability to perform first aid and CPR techniques.
• Ability to maintain and promote safe practices for the operation of sporting events, facilities and equipment.
• Ability to develop, plan, organize, and implement recreation programs and activities.
• Ability to stimulate and sustain participant interest in recreation activity.
• Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with the public.
• Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to use personal computer and related software including MS Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and members.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and establish goals.
• Must successfully pass an extensive background/criminal background check including fingerprinting.
• Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing.
• Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

• Any equivalent combination of experience and education that will allow the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the job may be considered when filling the position.
• An enrolled Community Member whom closely qualifies for the minimum qualifications for a position will be considered for employment under SRPMIC Policy 2-19, Underfill.

Responsibilities

• Assists with organizing, scheduling, and monitoring organized/intramural sporting events and programs for SPRMIC youth and adults.
• Observes and monitors coaches, participants, spectators and officials to ensure all rules, regulations, and codes of conduct are closely followed.
• Acts as score/time keeper for league and intramural sporting events.
• Maintains league records and standings for use in determining tournament selections.
• Assists with determining tournament brackets for all competitive and intramural sports events.
• Distributes league awards, trophies and ensures fees collected are accurately accounted for.
• Issues, retrieves, and accounts for all athletic supplies during open gym and athletic programs and events.
• Monitors and provides assistance to individuals participating in athletic program/activities and events.
• Ensures event location is properly set-up for athletic programs, activities and events.
• Ensures sporting equipment and supplies are ready for use prior to athletic program activities and events.
• Develops and distributes paper and digital flyers, brochures and other promotional materials to promote registration and participation in athletic programs and activities.
• Assists in maintaining and updating rosters used in forming leagues and open invitation sporting events.
• Records attendance for all sport/individual recreational activities.
• Assists with evaluating assigned sporting officials and completes league paperwork.
• Completes accident and incident reports; renders routine first aid for minor injuries, as necessary.
• Attends meetings, educational workshops, and training sessions as well as assist in other departmental functions as required.
• Assist with coordinating monthly activities for Community Seniors and adaptive leisure participants.
• Works closely with all other CRS divisions to plan and develop camps and larger CRS Events.
• Assists other CRS divisions as needed to ensure programs/activities continue to operate.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Recreation Coordinator II, Athletic Program Manager, Assistant Director or Director.

Benefits

• Preference will be given to a qualified : Community Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED