Recreation Coordinator - Senior Programs

City of Coon Rapids • Coon Rapids, MN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Recreation Coordinator of Senior Programs, plans, coordinates, and administers programs and activities for our 55+ community—helping turn great ideas into fun, meaningful experiences for the people who make our community special.

Requirements

• Ability to structure time effectively, use initiative and work with minimum supervision.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to keep detailed records and reports as necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment and related hardware and software.
• Ability to complete necessary training as an assignment of this position.
• Ability to oversee and motivate volunteers.
• Ability to work cooperatively with City personnel, external vendors, and the public.
• Ability to perform duties with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Ability to be detail-oriented and follow through with tasks.
• Ability to maintain a team and service-oriented approach to work.
• Must have the ability to accept constructive criticism or discipline in a positive manner, initiating self-development to improve job performance.
• Must maintain and foster a work environment that supports the City's mission and values with a respectful, collaborative and innovative employee culture that values employee growth, personal balance and contagious enthusiasm.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Positive, constructive and cooperative attitude.
• Sensitivity and understanding of senior population.
• Must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Parks and Recreation, Gerontology, Social Services or related field.
• Three years of work experience in field of recreation programming.
• Ability to learn recreation registration software.
• Customer Service experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Supervision in a Senior Center or program environment.
• First Aid, CPR and AED training.

Responsibilities

• Development and coordination of all programs and activities for the Seniors including special events, classes, outreach, and transportation.
• Recommending and administering pricing and policies for all Senior programs and services.
• Coordinating registrations of participants in various programs, including using ActiveNet recreation software.
• Scheduling rooms for various programs, working in partnership with Facility Coordinator.
• Driving van in absence of volunteer driver, if necessary.
• Developing Senior Program newsletters and coordinating mailing.
• Coordinating all marketing and promotions with support from the Communications & Marketing Division.
• Working with Recreation Administrative Assistant in administering registration, fee collection, deposits, and receipting.
• Coordinating work direction for seasonal recreation staff as needed for senior programs.
• Working with City finance team for program expenses and accounts payable.
• Recruiting, training and supervising senior volunteers for volunteer led programs.
• Serving as the staff liaison to the Coon Rapids Super Senior Club.
• Assisting in budget preparation by recommending necessary items to Recreation Supervisor.
• Coordinating statistical reports (persons enrolled in activities and programs).
• Serving as Staff Liaison to the Coon Rapids Senior Services Advisory Council.
• Serving as liaison to any special committees developed to support the senior programs.
• Setting up audio visual equipment as needed in programming spaces.
• Assisting with room set ups, furniture moving, cleaning or other logistical tasks as required for programming space.
• Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours and outside regular hours as necessary.
• Maintaining positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions, outside agencies, and the general public.
• Performing essential position duties and responsibilities under the working conditions and physical demands described herein.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
• Performing other related functions as apparent or delegated.

Benefits

• The City of Coon Rapids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. The City welcomes, and encourages all qualified applicant to apply regardless of race (including traits associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and hair styles such as braids, locks and twists), color, creed, religion, familial status, sex (including pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity/expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, marital status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other basis protected by law.

What This Job Offers

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