Recreation Specialist - Seasonal

Charlotte, County of•Fl 33980, FL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bring your passion for recreation, leadership, and community engagement to Charlotte County as a Recreation Specialist! In this dynamic role, you’ll create memorable experiences by planning, organizing, and leading a variety of recreational programs, sports, and activities at County parks and facilities. As a key part of our team, you’ll inspire participants of all ages while fostering a fun, safe, and welcoming environment. From preparing equipment and coordinating event logistics to coaching activities and supporting community programs, every day offers the opportunity to make a positive impact. This position also provides valuable leadership opportunities, allowing you to guide support staff, assist with program development, and help bring exciting events and initiatives to life. Working under the direction of a supervisor, you’ll have the chance to showcase your creativity, energy, and teamwork while enriching the lives of community members through recreation and wellness programs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six (6) months of experience in customer service, physical education, recreation, summer camp programs, or volunteerism.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
Knowledge of departmental policies, plans, and procedures.
Knowledge of modern office practices, plans, and procedures.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other job-related computer programs and software applications.
Knowledge of rules, regulations, safety precautions, and first aid of various competitive athletic games.
Knowledge of the philosophy and objectives of personal health and fitness.
Knowledge of recreational activities suitable for children and adults.
Knowledge of standard office computer equipment and software applications, as well as cash registers.
Skill in effective communication, both orally and in writing.
Skill in prioritizing and organizing work.
Skill in the use of office equipment such as a computer, multi-line telephone system, scanner, fax machine, and copier.
Ability to score various sports.
Ability to lead and instruct children and adults in the assigned recreational activities.
Ability to maintain discipline and to solve disciplinary problems.
Ability to contribute effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to ascertain priorities and meet deadlines and objectives.
Ability to maintain basic records and reports.
Ability to provide internal/external guidance and customer assistance via all forms of communication.
Ability to use computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes.
Ability to author reports, business correspondence.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, service providers, other employees, and the general public.
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed.

Nice To Haves

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans’ preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.

Responsibilities

Planning, organizing, and leading a variety of recreational programs, sports, and activities at County parks and facilities.
Preparing equipment and coordinating event logistics.
Coaching activities and supporting community programs.
Guiding support staff.
Assisting with program development.
Bringing exciting events and initiatives to life.
Working under the direction of a supervisor.
Enriching the lives of community members through recreation and wellness programs.
Performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens during emergency response/recovery activities.