Recreation Specialist

City of Clovis, California•Clovis, CA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

To operate, participate and assist in the design, implementation, lead supervision, and monitoring of various community programs for area youth, adults and/or senior citizens; to perform related duties as required. Under the direction of the General Services Director or designee, the incumbent operates, coordinates, and assists in developing and planning the day-to-day operations of a variety of community recreational activities and programs. The incumbent is expected to work within a framework of established program guidelines and is expected to perform the full range of community services program responsibilities including organizing, coordinating and participating in activities and monitoring programs for effectiveness. The incumbent receives direction when assignments are made and has latitude in selecting work methods. Work is generally reviewed in progress. The incumbent is expected to refer to the supervisor for instruction on matters which do not conform to established guidelines.

Requirements

Possession of a valid California class "C" driver's license and a good driving record
Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
Two (2) years of college, with course work in recreation or a related field
One (1) year of full-time experience in organizing, planning and implementing programs and activities
Knowledge of modern methods, techniques, principles, and procedures used in coordinating, developing and implementing community programs
Knowledge of common recreational and social needs of youth, adult, and senior citizen groups
Knowledge of principles and practices of lead supervision
Knowledge of laws, regulations, and rules affecting the provisions of community programs
Ability to assist in the development of a wide variety of programs suited to the needs of the community
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain policies and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to coordinate, recruit, train, monitor, and assess program staff and volunteers

Nice To Haves

Four (4) year college degree with major course work in recreation is desired

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, participates and monitors a variety of youth, adult, and/or senior citizen community programs and activities in local parks, or community facilities
Recruits, trains and provides lead supervision for recreation staff and volunteers
Conducts safety and other meetings with assigned staff
Schedules the use of park, playground and community facilities for program activities
Works with local agencies and service organizations to coordinate activities
Prepares periodic reports detailing the status of program activities
Maintains program records
Develops and maintains cooperative working relations with community organizations
Assists in the development of media releases, fliers and other promotional materials for program activities
Orders supplies and materials necessary for program operations
Plans and participates in group off-site trips
Prepares purchase orders