Recreation Coordinator

City of Charleston•Charleston, SC

11d•$50,544 - $54,698•Onsite

About The Position

This role will plan, promote, organize, and administer a specific component of a recreation program such as youth sports, adult sports, gymnastics, aquatics, therapeutics, etc.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree (AA/AS) and 2 years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license.
CPR certification.
First Aid certification.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or similar software.
Working knowledge of recreation registration software.

Nice To Haves

Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP).

Responsibilities

Coordinates operations, including: designing programs, planning, scheduling events, handling registration, hiring and scheduling staff members, budgeting, procuring necessary supplies and equipment and working with the appropriate Recreation Department employees to market the program to the public.
Selects and develops staff, contractors, and volunteers.
Prepares budget and directs expenditure of funds and keeping of department records.
Serves as technical adviser to managing authority.
Adapts recreation programs to meet needs of the department and the community.
Introduces new program activities, equipment, and materials to staff.
Serves as a recreation ambassador to the community by interpreting the recreation program to the public and participating in community meetings and organizational planning.
Maintains cooperative planning and working relationships with allied public and voluntary agencies.
Works in team with other recreation personnel to ensure that recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated.
Works closely with community volunteers, contractors, and other City of Charleston departments.
Perform other duties as assigned.