Youth & Teen Programs Coordinator

City of Sunny Isles Beach•Sunny Isles Beach, FL

About The Position

The Youth & Teen Programs Coordinator performs professional recreation work planning, organizing, implementing, and managing city activities, events, and programs for youth and teens. The position exercises considerable initiative and judgment under the general supervision of the Recreation Manager and is classified as a first-line supervisor and essential personnel. The coordinator plans, supervises, and evaluates youth and teen programming, including City Summer Camp. Duties include hiring and training staff, organizing field trips and on-site activities, supervising employees, contractors, and teen volunteers, and maintaining records and reports. The role also manages program operations, budgets, equipment and supplies, partnerships, licensing compliance, customer inquiries, communications, and program promotion in coordination with the City's Media division. The position requires knowledge of recreation planning and administration, especially youth and teen programming, and the ability to coordinate activities, supervise volunteers, communicate effectively, and build productive relationships with staff, participants, agencies, community leaders, and the public. A bachelor's degree in recreation or a closely related field is preferred, along with three years of recreation experience; equivalent combinations of education and experience are accepted. A valid Florida driver's license and a Department of Children and Families Childcare Director credential are required. Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in recreation or a closely related field preferred, supplemented by three years of recreation experience, including community center, summer camp, or youth and/or teen programming management; equivalent combinations of education and experience are accepted.
Valid Florida Driver's License.
Department of Children and Families Childcare Director credential required.
American Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid & CPR certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment.
Considerable knowledge of recreation philosophy, planning, and administration.
Considerable knowledge of equipment, facilities, operations, and techniques used in comprehensive community recreation programs, specifically youth and teen programming.
Ability to develop, coordinate, and direct varied recreation activities, particularly youth and teen programming.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders, and the public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to plan and supervise volunteers.

Nice To Haves

Certified Parks & Recreation Professional (CPRP).

Responsibilities

Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate youth and teen activities, events, and programs.
Recommend program changes in response to community interests or needs and promote programs in accordance with the City's and department's mission.
Plan, implement, supervise, and evaluate City Summer Camp programs, including hiring and training staff, organizing field trips and on-site activities, and ensuring accurate reports.
Direct, recruit, train, and evaluate contractors, employees, and teen volunteers; maintain accurate records of teen volunteers' hours.
Enforce City and department policies, regulations, rules, and standards.
Inventory and purchase program equipment and supplies within budget; control costs and monitor revenues and expenditures.
Prepare annual budget requests and maintain accounts payable and receivable records for youth and teen programs.
Seek community partnerships and sponsorships for programs and special events.
Manage assigned operations, organize workloads and staff assignments, and ensure compliance and licensing with outside agencies.
Communicate official plans, policies, and procedures to staff.
Prepare studies, reports, and other information for decision-making, including attendance, accident, and accounting reports.
Respond to public inquiries and provide information about youth and teen programs to recreation officials, community groups, other departments, and the public.
Work with the City's Media division to promote youth and teen programs and events.
Provide strong customer service, communicate with participants in person, by telephone, and by email, and resolve conflicts and complaints promptly.
Problem-solve and make program adjustments as needed.
Coordinate with City staff, other departments, non-City agencies, private organizations, and contractors to develop solutions to issues affecting teens.
Develop short- and long-range plans; gather, interpret, and prepare data for studies, reports, and recommendations.
Prepare and check forms, records, and applications for accuracy and completeness, and maintain related files.
Perform other related duties as assigned.