Recreation Specialist - Aquatics

$22 - $27/Yr

City of Columbia, MO - Columbia, MO

Full-time - Entry Level

Columbia, MO

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The purpose of this job is to plan, schedule, coordinate, deliver, and promote recreation programming. The Recreation Specialist will assist with the supervision of multiple outdoor aquatic facilities, two indoor year-round facilities, and a learn-to-swim instructional program, along with concession operations and city-wide special events offered by the department. This position requires outstanding interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with intergovernmental and community organizations and the private sector. The staff person will work a flexible schedule due to programs/events or meetings in the evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assists with supervising and managing facilities and field operations.
• Maintains, develops, and implements programs and events.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates aquatic, sport, golf, facility, and program staff, including lifeguards, aquatic managers, referees/umpires, concession attendants, and custodial staff.
• Communicates and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Creates, organizes, and maintains records, reports, documents, and promotional materials.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Parks and Recreation, Sports Management or related field.
• 1 to 3 years experience with implementing recreational activities, coordinating special events, or similar work.
• Valid driver's license.
• CPR certification within 6 months of hire.

Nice-to-haves

• Lifeguard Instructor Certification is highly desired.

Benefits

• Competitive benefit package.