Recreation Program Coordinator (General Services Department)

City of Detroit•Michigan, MI

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Recreation Program Coordinator conducts recreation activities at an assigned center or in an assigned special phase of recreation work. The role provides information and instruction in recreational games and activities, assists with promoting recreation center programs and identifying community sponsorship opportunities, and may represent the department and assume responsibility for recreation center activities and safety in the supervisor’s absence. The coordinator directs and monitors Playleaders, volunteers, seasonal employees, and providers; completes work activity reports; leads exercise classes and free play; and provides instruction in and officiates indoor games. The role also supervises and instructs participants in arts and crafts, games, and other projects, organizes outdoor play center activities, and coordinates activities at summer playgrounds. Basic first aid is administered as needed. Work takes place in recreation centers, municipal parks, playgrounds, swimming pools, gymnasiums, other city facilities, and outdoor areas. The work is performed indoors and outdoors, with exposure to seasonal conditions. Physical activity may include lifting tables, chairs, and other objects, as well as participating in activities with children, adults, and groups. Activity intensity varies from low to high.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in recreation, physical education, or sports and athletics, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year of professional recreation experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Complete a basic first aid and CPR training course to attain permanent status in the class.
Valid State of Michigan driver’s license.
Knowledge of recreation center rules, regulations, and procedures.
Knowledge of the purpose and intent of organized recreation work.
Knowledge of rules and equipment for various athletic events and games.
Knowledge of recreational and athletic activities.
Skill in administering basic first aid.
Skill in communicating effectively with program participants, the general public, and departmental employees.
Ability to organize, instruct, and lead groups in directed recreational activities.
Ability to oversee and monitor recreation programs and activities.
Ability to prepare activity reports.
Ability to demonstrate resourcefulness and initiative in promoting recreation programs and activities.
Ability to operate a personal computer using word-processing and related software.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
May be subject to a criminal background investigation based on position requirements.

Responsibilities

Assist in promoting recreation center programs and activities.
Assist in identifying sponsorship opportunities within the community.
In the supervisor’s absence, represent the department and assume responsibility for recreation center activities and safety.
Direct and monitor Playleaders, volunteers, other seasonal employees, and providers.
Complete work activity reports.
Conduct formal exercise classes and direct free play.
Provide instruction in and officiate basketball, volleyball, and other indoor games.
Supervise and instruct participants in arts and crafts, games, and other projects.
Organize and direct activities at an outdoor play center.
Assist in directing indoor and outdoor activities and programs.
Supervise, coordinate, and instruct groups at one or more small summer playgrounds in preparation for special activities.
Administer first aid.