Youth Recreation Senior Coordinator

City of Pontiac•Pontiac, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of Parks and Recreation Director, the Youth Recreation Senior Coordinator is responsible for organizing, planning, coordinating, and conducting recreational and leisure activities for youth recreation centers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Management, or related field; three years of experience in youth development; or any combination of education and experience to demonstrate knowledge, skill and abilities required for the position; strong preference for candidates with demonstrated success in designing and implementing new youth programs.
Demonstrated experience where use of a personal computer to prepare correspondence, reports, charts, etc., or to enter/retrieve/update information is an essential part of the work; valid Michigan operator license required.
An employee in this classification will be required to work irregular hours as necessary.
Familiarity with legislative, administrative, and judicial systems.
Familiarity with the organizational structure and operations of the City.
Strong knowledge of recreation activities, equipment and materials.
Strong knowledge of implementing recreational programs.
Some knowledge of training and supervisory techniques.
Some knowledge of employee policies and procedures.
Working knowledge of philosophies and objectives of the recreation profession, and the purposes, use and benefit of programs.
Working knowledge of various elements of programs such as, arts & crafts, sports, ad games, dramatics, music, hobbies, clubs, dance and special features.
Ability to understand, speak, and write in the English language.
Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before a group of persons.
Ability to research and analyze relevant constituent issues.
Ability to deal with customers who may become verbally combative in a telephone or personal situation.
Ability to perform multiple tasks accurately and efficiently under time constraints.
Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
Ability to exercise professional judgment and maintain confidentiality when necessary.
Ability to apply the overall mission of a department to make executive support decisions.
Ability to review several diverse reference sources and select and synthesize data for reports and other forms of correspondence.
Ability to apply instructions and guidelines in the disposition of problems.
Ability to follow complex instructions.
Ability to type to meet standards in giving out information and referring callers.
Ability to use diplomacy, discretion, and judgment in giving out information and referring callers.
Ability to direct, review, and evaluate the work of other employees or volunteers, as required.
Ability to make decisions and take necessary actions.
Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.
Ability to efficiently handle multiple tasks requiring a high degree of attention to detail.
Computer skills that encompass effective use of word processing, spreadsheet, email, and Internet browser software.

Responsibilities

Develop, organize, promote and implement youth recreation programs.
Advise Parks & Recreation Director on Youth Recreation initiatives and opportunities.
Develop and enforce recreation rules and regulations.
Collaborate with fellow Youth Recreation Senior Coordinators.
Prepare reports and schedules for events.
Prepare schedule for part-time staff and volunteers.
Plan a variety of activities catering to different groups and varying degrees of participant skills.
Monitor programs and rearrange as necessary.
Responsible for opening and closing the facility.
Assist in general upkeep of the facility.
Supervise center staff and volunteers.
Manage professional relationships with contractors, vendors, and community partners.
Compile presentations and status reports.
Coordinator purchase, usage, and storage of recreation equipment.
Promote activities offered at the recreation center.
Establish and maintain relationships with various groups, participants and the public.
Establish and Maintain relationships with other youth organizations.
Facilitate and coordinates communication between the DPW Director, Mayor and City Council.
Serves as a liaison between the City Hall and constituents.
Develop and maintain safety policies and procedures for all programs.
Develop a system to determine programs desired by residents and youth and the most efficient way to implement them.
Represent the City at legislative and community events.
Prepare news articles, newsletters, press releases and speeches.