Sr Recreation Specialist- Fitness

Mecklenburg County, NC•Charlotte, NC

47d•$23 - $30

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is excited to add an innovative and dynamic Sr Recreation Specialist to the team! This lead position will be based at Eastway Regional Recreation Center and will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and instructing a variety of fitness and exercise classes for diverse age groups. The incumbent will also supervise the fitness floor, oversee fitness programming staff, and create fitness program schedules for our membership base. In addition, this position will be a key member of our staff in building rapport with our patrons and community members as well as promoting our fitness services. The successful candidate will continually research trends and evaluate the community's needs for development of new programs and activities. This full-time position will work a flexible schedule to include mornings/daytime, evenings, and rotating weekends based on 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

Minimum of two (2) years of related experience
Bachelor's Degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Health and Physical Education, or a related field
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License and County Driving Privileges
CPR/First Aid
Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience leading exercise/fitness classes
Experience in supervisory or leadership positions
Current fitness certifications from nationally recognized organizations

Responsibilities

Assist in supervision of activities in a recreation center or park facility
Develop, evaluate, and lead programs and activities in a recreation center or park facility
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
Supervise part-time and temporary employees, including scheduling, coaching and annual reviews
Assist with monitoring the assigned center's budget, contracts, and compliance
Develop and coordinate a wide range of recreation and leisure programs for a diverse audience
Assist with development of, maintenance repair of equipment and inventory needs
Partner with community leaders to ensure quality programs within the community
Secure instructors and/or volunteers for programs
Advertise programs via radio stations, flyers, Public Service Announcements, banner, and internet
Assist with department events
Approve program proposals
Complete Monthly safety checklists
Communicate effectively with school site administration if located at a satellite site.
Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary
Collect fees and taking registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals
Handle inquiries and complaints from public
Referee at various sports activities
Provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper or line-person at games
May serve as Manager on Duty on a rotating basis

Benefits

medical
dental
vision
life
short term disability
long term disability
accident
cancer
critical illness
medical bridge and pet insurance
dependent care
healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts
health savings account
paid holiday, vacation and sick days
near site clinics for preventive care and illnesses
an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more
an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling
access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities
paid family leave
tuition reimbursement
a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement