Recreation Programmer I or II

City of Independence•Independence, MO

4d•$20 - $28•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Recreation Services Supervisor, 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 a I or Five (5) years of experience performing above and related duties for II.
An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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.
Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Interacts with the public in person to give instruction in classes, events, programs, and activities, and explains, 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, user group and theatre association board meetings and senior lunch program committee meetings.
Creates, schedules, implements, promotes, and evaluates 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.
Develops and maintains relationships with community groups, school districts, non-profit organizations and other groups to form partnerships for activities.
Researches and purchases 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.
Oversees vendor contracts.
Reports maintenance needs related to services, programs, City parks, community centers, sport complexes and other designated venues.
Provides facility and staff supervision support to the Recreation Services Supervisor.
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 (for I).
Assists with annual preparation of departmental Schedule of Fees (for I).
Works with staff to secure sponsorships and grants (for I).
Formulates proposed annual budget for programs, classes, events, and activities by calculating expenses, staffing and overhead costs, setting fees, and estimating revenue (for II).
Assists with annual preparation of departmental Schedule of Fees (for II).
Recommends businesses and individuals for sponsorships and grants (for II).
Creates, designs, plans, coordinates, and supervises programs, classes, events, and activities at all recreation facilities and park locations.
Collaborates with department staff to promote programs, classes, events, and activities on social media and City website.
Prepares content for printed and digital flyers, brochures, catalogs, and newsletters.
Collaborates with staff to develop sponsorships for classes, programs, and activities.
Prepares and evaluates surveys to determine future programs and activities.
Compiles information and statistics required to complete monthly and other various reports; collects and maintains information for resource files on topics relevant to aging to provide to participants.
Attends meetings and training on various issues related to area of assignment.
Performs related duties as assigned.