Recreation Specialist

City of Lemoore•Lemoore, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

To plan, organize, publicize and conduct outreach programs and recreation activities for various age groups; to supervise and monitor children indoors and outdoors. Receives general supervision from assigned supervisory or management recreation staff. May exercise functional and technical supervision over temporary/part-time employees.

Requirements

Two years of experience in planning, organizing and implementing recreation programs.
Possession of a valid, appropriate California Driver's License.
Possession of a First Aid and CPR certificate.
Knowledge of Recreation Division rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge of Principles and practices of planning and promoting recreational and educational programs.
Knowledge of Operations and usage of recreation facilities and parks.
Knowledge of Methods of networking with local community resources.
Knowledge of Techniques used in public relations and customer relations.
Knowledge of Recreation and social service programs and activities for young people.
Knowledge of Basic business letter writing and basic report preparation techniques.
Knowledge of Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment.
Knowledge of Principles and procedures of record keeping and filing.
Knowledge of Basic bookkeeping principles and practices.
Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Ability to effectively organize and coordinate large numbers of people and multiple events.
Ability to train, coordinate and direct assigned staff.
Ability to express initiative and patience in encouraging participation.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergency situations.
Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends.
Ability to be responsible and reliable in leading activities.
Ability to successfully interact with a wide variety of people and personalities.
Ability to assist with program and event planning.
Ability to follow applicable policies and procedures when implementing recreation programs.
Ability to respond to requests and inquiries from the general public.
Ability to operate a personal computer with proficiency using word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to create and edit letters, advertisements, flyers, brochures, guides, forms, and reports.
Ability to maintain a variety of records and reports.
Ability to deal with problems using understanding, tact and patience.
Ability to organize activities and games.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

An Associate's Degree in recreation, social services or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development of a comprehensive recreation activities and services program.
Assist in planning, scheduling and coordinating logistics for programs, events, and activities.
Assist in publicizing programs, to include writing public service announcements and press releases, designing, ordering and distributing flyers and/or newsletters; assist in the preparation of program correspondence and advertising materials.
Provide assistance to customers at the front desk; respond to inquiries, requests, and complaints concerning City and recreation programs; accept payments for recreation programs, classes, and rentals; balance cash and create daily deposits.
Develop and maintain contact with individuals, schools, and organizations that serve youth for networking, referrals and joint program planning.
Assist in a variety of recreation and social programs planned for various ages.
Meet and work with community groups to promote and stimulate recreation programs in the community.
Maintain up to date records on program expenditures.
Assist in the hiring, training, supervising and evaluating temporary/part-time employees and volunteers.
Coordinate contracted instructor class schedules, submit warrants for payment for program instructors, contracted services, and facility deposit returns.
Prepare, type, word process and proofread a variety of documents; , including general correspondence, forms, agendas, reports, memoranda, resolutions, purchasing records, staff logs, time sheets, and monthly statistics from rough draft or verbal instruction.
Create, design, and proofread a variety of advertising materials for programs, activities, and events.
Prepare, maintain, and verify a variety of files and records; develop and monitor various logs, accounts, and files for current and accurate information.
Assist in the development of assigned recreation program budget.
Collect and record registration fees and maintain accurate balances; post and receive registration for recreation programs.
Assist in maintaining facility schedules; accept payments and organize staffing and maintenance for facility rentals.
Perform and/or oversee the set-up and breakdown of equipment for activities; organize volunteers to assist with programs.
Set up supplies and equipment for all programs and classes at assigned facility; clean up facility as necessary following each activity.
May establish continuing dialogue with young people; identify at-risk youth; gain trust through advocacy; provide information and referral on peer support groups and other resources available in the community.
May directly supervise a recreation facility.
May participate in neighborhood activities such meeting and special events.
May be assigned special administrative projects, reports, or duties.
Perform related duties as required.