Part Time Recreation Specialist- Ivory/Baker Recreation Center
About The Position
Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is excited to add an innovative and passionate Part Time Recreation Specialist to the team at Ivory/Baker Recreation Center! This position will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing specific area programs and offer services to diverse communities, such as youth and teens, adults, and seniors. Specific program areas could include arts and crafts, 4H/Cooperative extensions, social events, fitness, summer/day camps, health and wellness, and afterschool programs. In addition to providing recreation programming, the incumbent will participate in marketing, resource/budget planning, and monitoring their programs for quality assurance. Additionally, they will be a key member of our staff in developing and maintaining strong relationships with our community. The successful candidate will have experience working with diverse populations and developing creative programs to meet our community’s interests and needs. This position will work approximately 29 hours per week, which will include mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends based upon business/facility needs. By applying to this position, you are eligible to be considered for a similar role, in which you meet the minimum qualifications for, at other Park and Recreation locations should they become available. If you are looking to grow in your career, or transition laterally into a new role, don't miss this opportunity to apply!
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Health and Physical Education, or a related field, or An equivalent combination of education and experience, including one of the following: Bachelor's degree with 6 months of prior work experience as a temporary or part-time employee with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department, Associates, or Bachelor's degree with two (2) years of related experience, Four (4) years of similar related experience
- Combination of relevant experience and relevant education accepted
- Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite
- Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with diverse populations
- Hands-on experience leading youth recreation programs
Responsibilities
- Develop, lead, and evaluate programs and activities in a recreation center or park facility.
- Supervise children involved in after-school, summer camp, child watch or other recreational programs.
- Provide customer service and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals.
- Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary.
- Enforce rules and regulations
- Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals
- Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas
- Referee at various sports activities
- May provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper or linesperson at games.
- Handles inquiries and complaints from public.
- Some programs may require driving a county vehicle to transport participants or commute to a different location
- Assist with department events and field trips
- May serve as manager on duty if the Sr Rec Specialist is not available
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
