Recreation Specialist

The GEO Group • Big Spring, TX

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About The Position

The Recreation Specialist implements and operates a recreation program for detainees and oversees recreation facilities and equipment. The role involves planning and organizing activities, coaching athletic teams, conducting competitions and tournaments, and promoting the safe and proper use of recreational equipment. The specialist also maintains recreation areas, conducts safety training, manages gym check-in and check-out, keeps department records, and coordinates equipment orders, maintenance, and repairs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certification.

Nice To Haves

• Additional education in Physical Education, recreational therapy, or a related field is highly desirable.
• Prior experience working with a prisoner population or in a physical education program is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize recreation activities.
• Coach all athletic teams.
• Organize and conduct competitions and tournaments.
• Explain and demonstrate proper techniques and use of recreational equipment, and enforce safety rules and regulations.
• Inspect recreation areas for cleanliness and safety.
• Conduct weekly safety training sessions with recreation orderlies and clerks.
• Check detainees in and out of the gym.
• Maintain recreation department records.
• Order recreation department equipment, maintain it, and schedule repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account
• Competitive wages

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED