Recreation Coordinator

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Teen Coordinator is responsible for performing professional work in planning, budgeting and coordinating comprehensive teen focused recreational community-based programs. Duties include but not limited to; directing activities; coordinating and conducting interviews; organizing special events and programs; and monitoring equipment and processing necessary paperwork. This is an experienced, skilled or technical level capable of carrying out most assignments typical of the position or specialty with limited guidance or review. This level would be considered a promotional level and attainable by any incumbents in a work group who demonstrate the necessary knowledge, ability, and performance. The Teen Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing programs and activities for teens. This role involves creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that fosters personal growth, community involvement, and leadership development among teenagers. The Teen Coordinator will work closely with other staff members, volunteers, and community partners to deliver high-quality programs that meet the needs and interests of teens. Organizes special events and programs. Monitors equipment and maintenance requests from centers and oversees physical condition of facilities. Prepares various documentation, staff and community reports, supervises and reviews all scheduling of programs within recreation center. Plans and organizes daily work routine, as well as department-wide planning, and establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time-management methodology. Coordinates teen sites and other activities with other sites within the department. Plans and provides staff meetings on training, and teen related subjects. Strives to develop and maintain good rapport with all staff members. Attends required meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Participates in professional job-related organizations on the state and national levels. Prepares and monitors budget for District. Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities, executing immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur. Follow all safety precautions necessary in operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Ascertains employee concerns regarding equipment, work standards and procedures, and evaluates and implements the most effective resolution.

Requirements

Principles, practices and procedures of the City and the Parks and Recreation Department's operations and functions
Policies and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities
How to develop and administer operations and staff plans and objects for the expedience and effectiveness of specific duties of the Department
All applicable laws, ordinances, policies, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities related to the job
How to keep abreast of any changes in policy methods, operations, budgetary and equipment needs, etc.
Listening and communicating exceptionally to effectively convey information verbally and in writing
Organizational, management, human relations and technical understanding
Operating computers with extensive software proficiency, covering a wide range of applications
Analytical thinking with demonstrated talent in identifying, scrutinizing and streamlining complex work processes
Ability to develop and administer policies, procedures, plans and activities and to monitor performance of subordinates against measured established goals
Ability to develop and implement long term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency
Ability to effectively communicate and interact with subordinates, elected officials, management, employees, members of the general public and all other groups involved in the activities of the City as they relate to the department
Ability to assemble information and make written reports and documents in a concise, clear and effective manner
Ability to use independent judgment and the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems
Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply regulations, procedures and related information

Nice To Haves

Formal project management and/or skills development responsibilities

Responsibilities

Directing activities
Coordinating and conducting interviews
Organizing special events and programs
Monitoring equipment and processing necessary paperwork
Planning, implementing, and overseeing programs and activities for teens
Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that fosters personal growth, community involvement, and leadership development among teenagers
Working closely with other staff members, volunteers, and community partners to deliver high-quality programs that meet the needs and interests of teens
Monitoring equipment and maintenance requests from centers and oversees physical condition of facilities
Preparing various documentation, staff and community reports
Supervising and reviewing all scheduling of programs within recreation center
Planning and organizing daily work routine, as well as department-wide planning, and establishing priorities for the completion of work
Coordinating teen sites and other activities with other sites within the department
Planning and providing staff meetings on training, and teen related subjects
Developing and maintaining good rapport with all staff members
Attending required meetings, planning sessions and discussions
Participating in professional job-related organizations on the state and national levels
Preparing and monitoring budget for District
Maintaining high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities, executing immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur
Following all safety precautions necessary in operating equipment in a safe and efficient manner
Ascertaining employee concerns regarding equipment, work standards and procedures, and evaluating and implementing the most effective resolution
Develop, plan, and implement a variety of programs and activities for teens, including educational workshops, recreational activities, and community service projects
Ensure programs are inclusive, engaging, and aligned with the interests and needs of teens
Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making adjustments as needed
Build and maintain relationships with teens, parents, schools, and community organizations
Promote programs and activities through various channels, including social media, newsletters, and community events
Encourage teen participation and engagement in programs and activities
Supervise and provide guidance to teens during programs and activities, ensuring their safety