Recreation Programmer I or II - Sports and Fitness

City of Independence, MO•Independence, MO

72d

About The Position

Performs a variety of complex management, administrative, and operational functions to provide recreational, social, health, and educational programs, classes and activities for child, teen, adult, and senior adult populations of all abilities

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Exercise Science, Gerontology, or related field.
One (1) year of experience performing above and related duties for level I or Five (5) years of experience performing above and related duties for level II.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Working knowledge of principles and practices of facility operations.
Basic recreation programming pertaining to programming area.
Trends in the recreation marketplace pertaining to programming area.
Food service regulations and specifications.
Federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Basic nutrition, health, and recreational needs of children, teens, adults and older adults.
Physical limitations due to various disabilities experienced by individuals of all ages.
Policies, procedures, and operations of park facilities and programs.
Basic mathematics, accounting and recordkeeping.
Computer usage and applications related to the work being performed.
General facility operations.
Cooperative problem-solving.
Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks.
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Supporting positive interactions among participants within a community center setting.
Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Maintaining files and preparing reports.
Using a computer to enter and retrieve information.
Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up assignments with close guidance.
Planning, organizing, assigning, and directing the work of staff.
Speak in public to individuals and groups of participants.
Lead and maintain control of groups of children, teens and adults.
Give directions and gain compliance from participants.
Make public presentations.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Interpret and apply established rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Must possess valid state driver's license.
CPR, AED, and basic First Aid certifications must be obtained within first six months of hire.
Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Food Handler's Permit preferred within first six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Interacts with the public in person to give instruction in classes, events, programs, and activities, and explain, demonstrates, and teaches skills to participants of varying ages and abilities. Ensures safety guidelines are followed during programs and events.
Establishes respectful relationships with and supports positive interpersonal relationships among program participants. Addresses and resolves conflicts among program participants; maintains order during classes and programs.
Interacts with the public in person, on the telephone and by email to respond to inquiries and requests by giving information about recreation programs, recreation policies, guidelines and procedures, and the status of departmental activities.
Interacts with staff and the public in person, by email or by telephone to respond to inquiries, receive complaints, and resolve problems.
Promotes and disseminates information about other recreation programs, activities, and events; provides directions to recreation facilities, parks, the National Frontier Trails Museum, City-owned historic sites, and other attractions.
Instructs and directs part-time and seasonal staff. Mentors part-time and seasonal staff, interns, and volunteers.
Ensures equipment and supplies are set up prior to classes, events, programs, and activities; ensures programs are adequately staffed. Determines and disseminates program cancellations due to weather, registration, or other factors.
Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with sports associations, theatre and other artistic associations, and other user groups; serves as department liaison at sports association and user group meetings.
Assists with preparation of proposed annual budget for programs, classes, events, and activities by calculating expenses, staffing and overhead costs, setting fees, and estimating revenue. Assists with annual preparation of departmental fee schedule. Works with staff to secure sponsorships and grants.
Creates, designs, plans, coordinates, and supervises programs, classes, events, and activities at all recreation facilities and park locations.
Promotes programs, classes, events, and activities on social media and City website. Prepares content for printed and digital flyers, brochures, catalogs, and newsletters.
Prepares and evaluates surveys to determine future programs and activities.
Compiles information and statistics required to complete monthly and other various reports.
Attends meetings and training on various issues related to area of assignment.
For all areas of assignment create, schedule, implement, promote, and evaluate new and existing recreational programs, activities, and special events to be held in the Department's community centers, parks, facilities and sports complexes, other City facilities and sites, and/or other venues based on needs and interests of residents and City and Department priorities.
For all areas of assignment research and purchase necessary equipment and supplies. Delivers and assembles equipment and supplies as necessary. Maintains and stores equipment and supplies in good working condition. Manages inventory of equipment and supplies.
Reports maintenance needs related to services, programs, City parks, community centers, sport complexes and other designated venues.
Oversee reservations and scheduling of athletic fields and courts; determines and disseminates cancelation of practices and games due to weather, field conditions, or other factors for youth and adult sports.
Coordinates with Parks, Facilities and Grounds staff to ensure fields are prepared for practices and games for youth and adult sports.
Oversee agreements and contracts with sports associations and fitness instructors to ensure deliverables are met. Orders background checks for coaches; disseminates necessary information to sports associations for youth and adult sports.