Recreation Program Lead

City of Boulder • Boulder, CO

3d • $27 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Recreation Program Supervisor, to coordinate the Boulder Parks and Recreation Department’s Gymnastics programs, and to perform related duties as required, with a focus on Master Plan initiatives to lead the department in a growth of youth engagement and community health and wellness.

Requirements

• Ability to work tactfully and effectively with the public.
• Ability to give verbal instructions and to inspect the work of employees supervised.
• Ability to ensure all practical safety measures are observed.
• Ability to utilize all required safety equipment.
• Knowledge and general experience with computers.
• Skills in effective verbal and written communication.
• Must hold and maintain a valid drivers' license.
• Must successfully pass a background check before first day of work and maintain acceptable screening.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Four (4) years of experience in recreation or youth services programming

Nice To Haves

• Ability to communicate bilingually in English and Spanish
• Knowledge and experience in community development concepts and practices.
• Knowledge and familiarity with positive youth development principles and strengths-based approaches to prevention and intervention.
• Skills and experience working with recreation software.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation or related field.
• CPR/AED certified.
• Former or active membership in USA Gymnastics, SafeSport, Concussion Training, and Safety and Risk Management.
• Well-rounded experience coordinating community recreational programs for youth and adults.

Responsibilities

• Works in a collaborative manner to help implement the City of Boulder gymnastics program.
• Coordinates portions of the City’s recreational programs, including, but not limited to open gyms, camps, instructional recreation programs, birthday parties, youth outreach, special events, and any other services as needed.
• Schedules adult and/or youth programs, seasonal staff and facilities for recreation services.
• Coordinates and oversees gymnastics program’s service delivery goals which may include research best practice methods, create program plans, evaluates existing programs to determine how best to meet community recreational needs.
• Manages contracted programs and services as lead representative between the city and contractor.
• Participates actively in community engagement and outreach projects for special events and Department efforts.
• Ensures all practical safety measures are observed.
• Enforces safety standards.
• Trains employees in safe teaching methods and coordinates daily tasks as necessary.
• Meets all licensing and required certifications as needed.
• Takes proper care of equipment.
• Conducts regular inspections.
• Performs administrative tasks.
• Makes recommendations and implements specific portions of the budget.
• Seeks alternative funding sources, if necessary, through partnership fundraising, sponsorships, and grant writing as needed.
• Assists in interviewing, hiring, training and supervising seasonal and varied staff.
• Writes and produces training manuals and rulebooks for staff.
• Compiles and monitors records and statistics for programs related to varied and seasonal staff and programs.
• Organizes and submits invoices and purchasing card statements.
• Orders supplies such as equipment for programs.
• Utilizes departmental recreation programming software for facility booking, program maintenance, and program registration.
• Updates information on the City weather-line and website for program communication as needed.
• Meets and communicates with staff to schedule program offerings based on space availability and changing needs.
• Performs public relations and marketing tasks.
• Organizes and submits recreation guide and website information. This includes writing program descriptions and developing marketing content as needed.
• Produces public education and training presentations for various audiences as needed.
• Coordinates marketing efforts with programs, facilities, and Department marketing staff.
• Performs related duties as required to meet the needs of the City.
• Promotes a culture of teamwork and synergy through collaboration and communication.
• Serves on division, department, or City committees and task forces as needed.
• Updates job knowledge to remain current with trends, techniques, equipment and regulations.
• Generates creative and innovative solutions to manage organizational issues and opportunities.
• Maintains and promotes professional ethics (i.e., honesty, integrity, respect, fairness, caring) in all conduct.
• Knows and complies with all City and Department policies, participate in professional trainings and development, and adhere to attendance and workplace attire policies.

Benefits

• Benefit Eligibility Group: Non Union (30+ Hours) Locate the Benefit Eligibility Group value on the Employee Benefit Eligibility document to identify the benefits offered for this job.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED