Recreation Coordinator

Title:

Recreational Coordinator Salary :

$17.00 to $25.00 hourly

DEFINITION

This is a part-time, at-will, non-benefitted position. Hours are limited to 1,000 per year. Employees may be assigned to work year-round or seasonally and hours worked may vary significantly from week to week Under direction of the Grants Manager plans, promotes, implements, coordinates and supervises the activities of a variety of HPUD programs, including special events, recreation, senior activities, classes and facilities usage, schedules a variety of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services (HPUD) programs throughout the District; and performs other work as required

TYPICAL TASKS

• Assists with the delivery of Parks and Recreation programs, services, and special events, provides support to staff and contract instructors
• Leads, conducts and oversees program activities including games, sports, crafts, dances, and other activities
• Explains and enforces facility regulations, policies, and procedures; positively represents the HPUD in interactions with participants and the public
• Assists with opening and closing facilities including after hours ; assists with settingup and taking down furniture, materials, and equipment
• Practices safe work methods and makes appropriate use of safety equipment as required; notifies supervisor of observed safety concerns, serious accidents or emergencies; may administer emergency first aid
• Assists with registering participants in classes and sports programs and booking facilities for events; collects and processes fees; maintains files and records of transactions and schedules
• Provides assistance to HPUD patrons and general public; answers questions regarding facility usage and program, activity, and event specifics; responds to requests for human services need sand refers patrons to appropriate resources
• Plans, coordinates and implements the daily activities of HPUD 'programs including facility usage, recreation, and special events; develops schedules of activities for assigned activities; evaluates existing and proposed programs, costs and facilities and makes recommendations for improvement, continued use and/or inclusion in recreation services
• Develops and monitorsassigned program budgets;prepares brochures, flyers, advertising and other publicity materials to promote recreation programs, special events and facility use
• Monitors and updates the HPUD Social Media presence as outlined and defined in the HPUD Social Media Policy
• Maintains and cleans Recreation Center before and after reservations Must be

Bilingual:

English/Spanish Working knowledge of:

• The practices and techniques of developing, organizing, and supervising recreational activities
• Safety and emergency procedures and first aid
• The methods and techniques of publicity and promotion
• Communication skills and techniques
• Specific program assignment (may be required) Ability to:
• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a variety of recreation programs and special events
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Recommend, interpret, explain and enforce program policies and procedures
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Prepare reports and correspondence
• Learn to input and access information on a computer
• Travel to and perform duties at variety of outdoor and indoor recreation sites
• Lift 25 pounds

Training and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Completion of college with major coursework in recreation or related field and one year of experience coordinating or supervising recreation program activities or special events.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

License/Certificate:

Possession of a valid California class C driver license. American Red Cross Community First Aid and Safety Instructor Certificate may be required within the first year of employment for some positions. Possession of a valid first aid certificate, as prescribed by law, and adult, child, infant, and two person Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)certificates within six months of employment.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$17.00 - $25.00 per hour People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person