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City of Golden
Recreation Coordinator - Athletics
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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.
$34,296 / year median in Colorado
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The City of Golden is currently seeking Recreation Coordinator
- Athletics applicants. Come and see why the City of Golden is the place you want to be! Being a Golden employee is more than just a job, it's a lifestyle. Golden is a vibrant outdoor community making it a great place to live, work and play. Location, location, location
- Work near great restaurants and shops, hit the trails, and enjoy the outdoor scenery of Clear Creek and the foothills. Convenient commuting from all directions. Paid time off
- Paid vacation starts at 16 days (that's over 3 weeks!), plus 12 days of sick time and 12 paid holidays each year. Great benefits
- The City matches up to 8% of your retirement contributions, plus offers a full-spectrum of benefits and perks, including tuition reimbursement ( check it out )! Under the general direction of the Recreation Supervisor
- Athletics, coordinates and supervises youth and adult programs, leagues, rentals, tournaments, special events, classes, and clinics within the athletics division.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises seasonal and part-time staff assigned to athletic programs. Assigns the work of volunteers and contracted officials. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree with studies in Parks and Recreation, Administration, Physical Education, or related field preferred. 1 year of athletic programming experience required, 3 years' experience preferred.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver's license with good driving record. First Aid, CPR, and AED certified or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Certified Youth Sports Administrator (CYSA) through the National Alliance for Youth Sports (NAYS) preferred. Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.