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City of Huntsville
Wellness & Fitness Coordinator (Grade 16)
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What they do
A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
$33,703 / year median in Alabama
+11% projected growth
Job Description
THE CITY OF HUNTSVILLE'S PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT WANTS YOU!
The City of Huntsville's Parks & Recreation department is seeking qualified applicants to fill our Wellness & Fitness Coordinator position. Exciting Career Opportunities for Smart and Talented People. Come join our growing Parks & Recreation Team! Apply today! About ourDepartment:
The goal of the Department of Parks & Recreation is to provide opportunities for recreation to all citizens regardless of family structure, income, gender, or ethnic origin. This commitment involves the opportunity to achieve full recreational experiences through individual, team and family activities, an atmosphere for leisure time enjoyment, in addition to striving to offer a continual program of citywide events.Wellness & Fitness Coordinator Position Overview:
This is professional work in supervising and coordinating recreation, community service fitness programs, activities and events. Work involves responsibility for planning, implementing, promoting and coordinating recreation, community service and fitness programs, climbing wall and activities at a large community fitness center. Work also involves planning and scheduling of recreation facilities, and for overseeing operations and maintenance. Work involving accounting for revenue generated from facility rental and membership fees and large group programs. Work requires frequent contact with community leaders, various civic groups, various departments with The City of Huntsville. Supervision is exercised over a staff of recreation aides.Qualifications and Necessary Special Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or a related field from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and five or more years experience in running a recreational membership facility, with emphasis on volleyball, indoor soccer/futbal, climbing wall and fitness programming. Valid Driver's License.Desired Qualifications:
First Aid, AED, and CPR Certification desired. Climbing Wall Instructor (CWI) Certification desired. For More Information Regarding the Wellness & Fitness Coordinator Job Duties, Please Visit theWebsites Below:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/huntsville/classspecs/1326038Benefits
- Dental Insurance