Recreation Coordinator III – Premier Sports Campus

Manatee County Government•Lakewood Ranch, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates operations and activities of an assigned recreation program area, which may include Athletics, Fitness, Youth Camps, or Recreation/Racket Center. Coordinates events, classes, and programs; ensures facilities are properly maintained; and leads the daily activities of assigned staff. The position is based at Premier Sports Complex North in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. The expected starting hourly range is $23.67–$29.59. Work hours are variable Monday through Sunday, between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., and regularly include nights, holidays, and weekends. For a Recreation/Racket Center assignment, the role oversees daily operations of the Walton Racket Center and off-site programs, coordinates tennis leagues, provides on-court tennis instruction, monitors private instructors’ compliance with agreements, certifications, insurance, and fees, maintains clay courts, and provides racket restringing services. Across assignment areas, the coordinator plans and directs programs, evaluates effectiveness, leads staff and volunteers, supports policy implementation and safety, represents the County in community settings, responds to patrons, assists with budgets and purchasing, coordinates facility rentals and events, monitors relevant contracts, and oversees facility maintenance. The work may involve high noise levels, strenuous activity, extreme heat, humidity and rain, prolonged sun exposure, and indoor and outdoor environments. Employees may need to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance, traverse uneven or slippery surfaces, climb ladders and equipment, and bend, stoop, crawl, and reach. The role requires visual acuity, depth perception, and the ability to hear and identify sounds. It may involve occasional high-stress interactions with angry or frustrated citizens and periodic driving of County vehicles. Employees may also be required to assist with emergency or disaster response and to work outside their normal duties, location, or schedule during emergencies.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
At least five years of work experience in recreation or a field related to the area of assignment, including customer service experience.
Community CPR and First Aid certifications, or obtain them within 30 days of hire.
Valid driver license; a valid Florida driver license must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
If assigned to a role supervising children, complete a Level 2 background check within 30 days of hire.
If assigned to the Fitness program, hold a personal training certification.
If assigned to the Racket Center, hold PTR (Professional Tennis Registry), RSPA (Racquet Sports Professional Association), or PPR (Professional Pickleball Registry) certification.
Ability to prioritize tasks, manage competing and changing priorities, and meet deadlines.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and organization.
Ability to independently analyze and resolve situations and problems.
Knowledge of planning, evaluating, and implementing recreation programs, services, and activities, especially those related to the assignment.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to the assignment.
If required by the assignment, knowledge of cash management, accounting, and record-keeping techniques.
If assigned to the Recreation/Racket Center, knowledge of clay tennis court maintenance.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance necessary to perform job duties.
Knowledge of computer applications and software programs required for the job.
Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and public presentation skills to interact professionally with staff, management, volunteers, the public, and other stakeholders.
Ability to explain practices, procedures, and policies and reach agreement with others.
Ability to work with limited supervision in routine situations.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting, traversing uneven or slippery surfaces, climbing, bending, stooping, crawling, and reaching.
Ability to work regularly outside normal business hours, including nights, holidays, and weekends.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in recreation, education, business, public administration, or a related field.
Prior experience in a lead capacity.

Responsibilities

Oversee diversified recreation programs and services for all ages in accordance with community needs.
Plan and direct the operations, services, staff, and activities of the assigned recreation program area.
Coordinate events, classes, programs, facility rentals, and recreation services.
Evaluate program effectiveness and recommend changes.
Lead staff and volunteers; assign work, ensure completion, and assist with training less-experienced team members and volunteers.
Assist with the development of recreation and facility policies and procedures; implement management-directed policies and ensure compliance.
Follow safety procedures and maintain order and safety in crowded and noisy environments.
Represent the County and serve as a resource for community agencies and other organizations; attend and speak at assigned meetings and events.
Participate in community outreach to promote recreation programs and respond to patron questions and concerns.
Identify and resolve issues or refer them to management as appropriate.
Assist the manager with budget development and management; monitor inventory, order supplies, and maintain purchase records within the authorized budget.
As applicable, oversee fee collection and accounting activities and review related records for proper documentation.
Monitor athletic-related contracts and agreements, ensure required documents are current and filed, and ensure contract terms are met.
Provide tours and information to prospective facility renters and implement rental agreement details.
Represent the Division to patrons, vendors, and participants to support successful events.
Maintain facilities daily, monthly, and annually.
Attend job-specific training as assigned and perform other related duties, including emergency or disaster response when required.
For a Racket Center assignment, oversee daily operations of the Walton Racket Center and off-site programs; coordinate in-house and facilitated tennis leagues; and provide on-court tennis instruction to Manatee County patrons.
For a Racket Center assignment, monitor private instructors’ agreements, certifications, insurance, and fee payments; maintain clay tennis courts; and provide racket restringing services.