Recreation Specialist

Summary of position function

Organizes and supervises on and off-center student recreation activities.

Major duties and responsibilities

• Organizes and supervises on and off-center recreation activities for students.
• Assists in developing and implementing diverse programs to include: arts and crafts, intramurals, cultural events and other recreational and enrichment programs.
• Guides students to make informed life style choices concerning fitness, nutrition and healthy life styles.
• Prepares schedules and calendars for all recreation activities. Coordinates student field trips.
• Maintains recreation facilities, equipment, and materials to Center standards.
• Tracks and records program attendance.
• Orders and maintains recreational equipment, supplies and materials.
• Provides transportation of students to and from center-sponsored events.
• Recognizes and reinforces students’ positive behavior.

Skills/Competencies

• Proven ability to plan, implement, monitor and evaluate recreation programs
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of operational practices and principles of recreation/avocation programs
• Proficient in rules and regulations of common sports and games
• Knowledge of fitness, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle practices
• Proficient in the use of computer software such as MSWord, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.

Education requirements

• Associates Degree in Physical Education, Recreation, or a related field or 1 year related experience working with youth.

Experience

• One year of recreation experience.

OTHER

• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record.
• Must possess or obtain valid commercial Driver’s License Class B with passenger endorsement within six months of hire. Water Safety Certification.

Ada requirements

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose an undue hardship on the company.