Recreation Program Specialist - Youth Sports

City of Astoria•Astoria, OR

7h•Onsite

About The Position

The Astoria Parks & Recreation department is hiring a Recreation Program Specialist to support youth sports programs, including the fall Youth Introductory Sports Program (Little Crabbers) and the upcoming winter K-5th Youth Basketball Program. Depending on qualifications and availability, the selected candidate may also assist in the Department's After-school childcare program. Recreation Program Specialists support the department by leading and supporting Parks & Recreation programs and activities in various roles such as officiating youth and adult sports, leading fitness classes, and providing direct support and care in youth after-school and day camp programs.

Requirements

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employee or others.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimum High School diploma or GED
Must be 18 years or older
Ability to physically perform all skills required of a Recreation Programs Specialist.
Ability to pass a City-required background check which includes criminal, sex offender and social security trace records checks.
Possession of a current CPR/First Aid card or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of hire and the ability to maintain throughout employment.
Possession of certificate of completion from National Alliance for Youth Sports, or similar agency, within thirty (30) days of hire, as required by assigned program.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in youth sports environment.
Experience working with young children in childcare or youth sports settings.
Previous experience in Recreation Programing.
Training and experience working with children.
Ability to communicate in English & Spanish
Training or certificates from an accredited agency related to youth sports, sports officiating, athletic instruction, or coaching

Responsibilities

Provides technical oversight and leadership of youth sports programs.
Inventories sport supplies and maintains essential items and communicates programmatic needs to Recreation Coordinator.
Officiates for youth and adults sports.
Assists with patron registration, check-in/check-out processes using the Department's recreation management software.
Communicates effectively with coaches, participants, spectators at sporting events.
Provides information and assistance regarding general inquiries, programs, and schedules.
Keeps certifications current according to assigned role.
Inspects the condition of equipment, court, and field, park for safety, proper operation, and maintenance needs; reports any repair or maintenance issues to appropriate personnel.
Unlocks facilities and provides over-sight during games and practices.
Supports and assists the Parks and Recreation Department's in preparation and delivery of ongoing and singular special events and community activities.
Performs routine administrative duties utilizing a variety of office equipment; using software applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail, and database software in performing work assignments; utilizes automated recreation programs for patron registration, data collection, and analysis.
Assists in responding to emergency situations in the workplace by following established emergency action plans, providing First Aid/CPR as necessary, contacting appropriate agencies for support, and documenting incidents as they occur.
Demonstrates abilities to work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
Maintains a neat and professional appearance and follows established dress code.
Respectfully takes direction from the supervisor and lead staff.
Follows all safety rules and procedures established for various work areas.
Follows policies, procedures, and guidelines as described in the City of Astoria Personnel Manual and other documentation related to this position.