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The City of Charleston, SC

Recreation Specialist - Recreation Centers

Pay: $55,879/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Charleston, SC (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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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.

$31,984 / year median in South Carolina

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Hourly:

$31.36 - $22.37

Department:

Culture & Recreation, Recreation Division:

Recreation Facility Operations FLSA:

Non-Exempt Job Description:

This role will coordinate activities of paid and volunteer recreation service personnel in community centers, playgrounds, and other recreation facilities.

Examples of Duties:

Develops and promotes recreation programs, including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, swimming, social recreation and games, and camping. Adapts recreation programs to meet needs of the department and the community. Introduces new program activities, equipment, and materials to staff. Interprets recreation service to public and participates in community meetings and organizational planning. Works with other recreation personnel to ensure that recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated. Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Two years of related experience and/or training High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience Valid state issued driver's license CPR certification First Aid certification preferred Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word or similar software

Preferred Qualifications:

Certified Park and Recreation (CPRP) Professional The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]