Temporary Recreation Coordinator (Ice Rink)

City of Kodiak•Kodiak, AK

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Kodiak Parks and Recreation Department is hiring a temporary Recreation Coordinator responsible for efficient delivery of recreation programs for youth and adults in the Kodiak community. The position may be assigned a program area such as the Ice Rink and works under supervision. The coordinator plans, organizes, promotes, implements, and evaluates community recreation programs and events; coordinates and leads contracted, part-time, temporary, and volunteer staff; maintains program records; markets offerings; coordinates with outside organizations; operates area-specific equipment and tools; and supports other departmental recreation functions. Duties must be performed in a manner that reflects positively on the City and Department. This is an as-needed temporary position that will not exceed six months. Work is performed indoors, including in an office, and outdoors while overseeing recreation facilities and programs. Outdoor work may involve extended periods in inclement weather and walking or working on slippery, uneven, or rough surfaces. The role includes routine public contact and requires non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and up to one year of specialized or technical training beyond high school in recreation or a related field, plus two years of recreation experience in the area of responsibility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
Valid Alaska Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
First Aid/CPR certification.
For Ice Rink assignments: Basic Arena Refrigeration (BAR), or ability to obtain within 12 months.
For Ice Rink assignments: Ice Making & Painting Technologies (IMPT), or ability to obtain within 12 months.
For Ice Rink assignments: Ice Maintenance & Equipment Operation (IMEP), or ability to obtain within 24 months.
Knowledge of recreation and event planning, facilitation, and management; applicable laws and regulations; the roles of OSHA, ADA, and DEC in recreation; age-appropriate activities and materials; equipment and facility maintenance; recordkeeping; customer service; and computer operation and related software.
Skills in applying laws and regulations; participating in recruitment; coordinating, training, leading, and monitoring staff and volunteers; prioritizing and assigning work; preparing records and reports; customer service; public relations and community programs; budget and expense monitoring; computer applications; and communicating with coworkers, supervisors, staff, and the public.
Ability to ensure safety procedures are followed; train and motivate staff and volunteers; administer first aid and CPR; prepare clear written materials and reports; meet the physical requirements of the job safely; safely operate assigned equipment, tools, and vehicles; maintain confidentiality; perform basic mathematical calculations; communicate clearly; and establish effective working relationships.
Physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, talk, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; walk and stand for prolonged periods; operate a vehicle to travel to various locations; and make repetitive hand movements.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly, with negligible force also required frequently or constantly.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, schedule, and supervise community and City recreation activities and programs, including coordinating volunteers, finding event locations and instructors, securing sponsorships and donations, and arranging media coverage.
Coordinate and participate in preparing, scheduling, and using facilities and equipment for assigned programs; confirm facility use with groups and identify their needs.
Keep emergency and other relevant information current.
Assist with hiring, training, and assessing part-time and temporary staff and volunteers; orient new staff and develop staffing schedules.
Serve as a liaison with the public, community organizations, schools, City employees, citizen groups, professional organizations, and other interested parties, maintaining cooperative relationships.
Provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
Prepare, review, and maintain program reports and records, including financial reports on revenue, expenses, and participant counts.
Analyze recreation trends and incorporate industry standards and best practices.
Purchase and maintain inventory and supplies for assigned programs.
Monitor facilities for suitability, condition, and safety; report maintenance concerns and coordinate equipment repairs.
Provide input to annual program budgets and administer, monitor, and account for assigned budgets.
Operate equipment and tools assigned to the area of responsibility.
Develop and distribute marketing and public relations materials and prepare information for public announcements.
Respond to and document incidents involving injury, behavioral problems, or unusual events, and communicate with appropriate resources and the supervisor.
Collaborate with the Director and fellow Recreation Coordinators to develop and implement programs.
Maintain records according to the City’s retention schedule and policies; perform clerical and administrative tasks, including answering phones and operating a cash register and copy machine; maintain confidentiality.
Administer first aid and CPR when necessary.
Perform other duties as assigned.