Winter Recreation Specialist - Sports

City of Akron•Akron, OH

About The Position

This is specialist work in the City’s winter recreation Sports program. The employee develops, supervises, and instructs winter recreation activities. The season is November 1 through May 1 for employees in the Recreation and Parks Division, and October 1 through April 1 for employees in the Downtown Operations Division. The position works under the supervision of a Recreation Supervisor or independently under general supervision. The role includes developing and leading recreation classes and activities, maintaining an orderly and safe program environment, communicating with participants and the public, coordinating program schedules and records, collecting fees, assisting with volunteers, and publicizing activities. Work may include supporting recreation facilities and events, applying first aid, performing safety and maintenance checks, preparing food and beverages, setting up event equipment, and carrying out clerical duties. Some evening and weekend hours are required, including work at tournaments, leagues, special events, and other major recreation or City-sponsored events. This is a classified position. Candidates are evaluated through a competitive examination based on information and records related to their ability to perform the work. Applicants must meet the stated qualifications at the time of examination and appointment. Eligible City of Akron residents and qualifying veterans may receive five points added to a passing examination grade, subject to the stated conditions. The City is an equal opportunity employer and conducts pre-employment drug screening.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or GED.
At least one year of formal participation or instructional experience in sports, coaching, or related work.
Ability to develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities in an assigned community recreation program.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, other agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders, and the general public.
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
Ability to lift items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Applicants must meet the listed qualifications and requirements at the time of examination and appointment.

Responsibilities

Develop, supervise, and instruct recreation classes and activities, including sports and other assigned programs.
Ensure programs are conducted in an orderly manner, maintain staff and participant safety, and promote appropriate participant conduct.
Greet participants and visitors, provide accurate information, and maintain positive communication with them.
Respond to public inquiries about recreation programs by telephone, correspondence, or at public meetings.
Provide program information to school officials, recreation officials, community service groups, other City departments, and the general public.
Prepare brochures, calendars, letters, posters, news releases, and flyers.
Coordinate and schedule programs, and maintain related records and statistics.
Collect fees associated with programs.
Assist in recruiting, organizing, and coordinating volunteer staff.
Plan and participate in publicizing programs and encouraging participation.
Assist with coordinating, scheduling, and supervising City and Community Learning Center recreation facilities, and ensure facilities are used properly by recreation groups.
Work some evening and weekend hours, including tournaments, evening leagues, special events, and major recreation or City-sponsored events.
Apply first aid.
Conduct safety and maintenance checks of assigned locations.
May assist with food and beverage preparation.
Set up tables, booths, and equipment for events.
Perform miscellaneous clerical duties, including answering phones, typing correspondence, and assisting other City divisions as needed.
Perform related work as required.