Recreation Program Specialist
About The Position
Performs supervisory and administrative duties to develop, implement, plan, organize, and schedule recreational programs. Assigns tasks, provides instructions as needed, monitors performance, interprets recreation programs and policies to the public, and enforces departmental policies. The role may involve programs and activities for youth, seniors, and specialized community groups. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience in recreation, sports, childcare, customer service, or special events, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. First Aid and CPR certification with practical application must be obtained within six months of employment. A valid driver's license may be required. Childcare personnel must complete state-mandated introductory training and continuing education. Depending on the department and position, background screening and job-related licenses or certifications may also be required.
Requirements
- High school graduation or GED certificate, and two years of experience in recreation, sports, childcare, customer service, or special events; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the job-related competencies.
- Obtain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification with practical application within six months of employment.
- May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of specialized programs, activities, and events.
- Knowledge of service or community recreation assessment and program evaluation principles, practices, and methods.
- Knowledge of applicable departmental and safety policies and procedures.
- Ability to plan, organize, assign, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
- Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively with others.
- Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and multitask.
- Skill in using various office equipment.
- Childcare personnel must begin the state-mandated 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training within 90 days of employment, complete it within 12 months of the training start date, and pass its competency exams.
- Childcare personnel must complete at least 10 hours of in-service Continuing Education Unit training during the state's fiscal year, July 1 through June 30.
- May be required to maintain the ability to pass applicable background checks, including criminal history, Level 1 and Level 2 screening, child welfare records, and sex offender or sexual predator checks.
- May be required to possess job-related licenses or certifications, including a Florida Class E driver's license or applicable Commercial Driver License.
Responsibilities
- Create, plan, schedule, implement, and supervise recreational programs, activities, and events for youth, seniors, and specialized community groups.
- Ensure the safety and wellbeing of program participants and enforce and follow applicable policies and procedures.
- Participate in evaluating existing programs, activities, and events, and recommend changes or additional programming.
- Complete forms, records, and reports for program evaluations, incidents, and statistics.
- Assist in preparing documentation supporting programs, events, activities, associated costs, and needs.
- May participate in grant writing and expenditure monitoring.
- Supervise volunteers and seasonal staff assisting with specialized programs.
- Attend staff and committee meetings.
- Perform other related duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
