Recreation Specialist

Education & Training Resources LLC•Oneonta, NY

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Specialist organizes and supervises on-center and off-center recreation activities for students. The role develops fresh and engaging recreational, sporting, educational, health, and wellness initiatives; guides students in making informed choices about fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles; and coordinates activity schedules, calendars, and field trips. The specialist maintains recreation facilities, equipment, and supplies, tracks attendance, transports students to center-sponsored events, and recognizes and reinforces positive student behavior. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and one year of experience working with youth. A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required. The employee must possess or obtain a CDL Class B license with passenger endorsement within three months of hire; training is provided. Water Safety Certification is preferred, and the posting also says to have or acquire the certification. Compensation is based on experience, licensing, and certification. The position offers three listed shift schedules, each covering five days per week, with two days off. On-call hours may be filled in where help is needed on any shift. A flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, may be required. The work takes place in campus and general office settings, indoors and outdoors, and may include occasional driving in variable traffic and weather conditions and exposure to possible confrontation with students.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of experience working with youth.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Possess or obtain a CDL Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement within three months of hire; training is provided.
Ability to plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate recreation programs.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of operational practices and principles of recreation programs.
Proficiency in the rules and regulations of common sports and games.
Knowledge of fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle practices.
Proficiency with common computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Water Safety Certification is preferred; the posting also states that the employee must have or acquire it.

Responsibilities

Organize and supervise on-center and off-center recreation activities for students.
Develop fresh ideas for recreational activities, sporting and educational events, and health and wellness initiatives.
Guide students in making informed lifestyle choices about fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
Prepare schedules and calendars for recreational activities.
Coordinate student field trips.
Maintain recreation facilities, equipment, and materials to center standards.
Track and record program attendance.
Order and maintain recreational equipment, supplies, and materials.
Transport students to and from center-sponsored events.
Recognize and reinforce students' positive behavior.
Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the organization's requirements.

Benefits

Medical coverage with reduced rates for employees.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Accident insurance for dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture, on or off the job.
Critical illness insurance.
Hospital indemnity insurance that supplements the medical plan.
401(k) retirement plan.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Paid vacation and sick time.
12 paid holidays.
Free access to weight and cardio rooms.
Low-cost dining hall meals ($3.00 per meal) daily.