Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
CO
City of Grapevine
Recreation Coordinator - Active Adults
Career Insights for Recreation / Activities Worker
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Texas data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
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.
$32,653 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Assists in the planning, promotion, development, implementation and supervision of various programs, activities, aquatics, field trips, transportation, special events, leagues, tournaments and hospitality services. 1. As assigned, assists in planning, organizing and supervising various recreational programs, activities, special events, leagues, tournaments, transportation, field trips, hospitality/concessions, and projects associated with area of specialty, usually with a 6 to 12-month lead time prior to the event. 2. Informs the community of recreational opportunities through advertising and promotions; markets and promotes programs by preparing recreation publications, newsletters and flyers for mailing and through other media. 3. Coordinates with City departments, community organizations, food and beverage vendors, volunteers and school districts regarding facility availability and scheduling. 4. Coordinates various programs with other City and department personnel to inform them of activity involvement and anticipated assistance. 5. Makes recommendations to supervisor to hire part-time, casual and temporary staff and contractors involved in programs and activities. 6. Directs, trains, schedules and evaluates regular part-time, part-time, casual and temporary staff; assists with payroll by checking and approving staff timesheets. 7. Meets with and assists staff with assigned responsibilities and expected results. 8. Provides quality customer service at all times; greets public, answers telephones, provides information and registers participants. 9. Investigates and resolves citizen complaints concerning programs, events, classes, instructors or the facility. 10. Provides various program and activity reports for supervisor; makes recommendations for addition of new programs. 11. Prepares daily financial reports and deposits as needed. 12. Maintains and recommends supply and equipment needs. 13. Abides by City safety and health codes and ordinances. 14. Drives City vehicles as needed; may be required to transport program materials, people and for various errands. 15. May operate cash register, inventory of products, monitors cost of goods, various pool equipment, weight equipment, kitchen appliances, and scoreboards; may use cleaning equipment such as brooms, mops, and brushes and cleaning supplies. 16. May be required to work some early mornings, late nights, weekends and holiday hours, as assigned. 17. As assigned, may be required to work with pool chemicals and pool equipment. 18. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position. 19. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position. 20. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of programs, various sports and leisure activities.
- Ability to work day, evening, weekend hours depending on programs.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Skill in dealing effectively and efficiently with the public.
- Physical ability to perform assigned tasks.
- Ability to drive a 15 passenger van/bus.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. CPR and First Aid certification are required within first six (6) months of hire or promotion. Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check, credit check and have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy. Must have physical ability to accomplish job tasks and work outdoors as required. Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen and functional assessment screening (Level 2). Must be able to work various times and be available nights, weekends and some holidays. Recreation Coordinator assigned toThe REC of Grapevine:
- Must have a working knowledge of planning and overseeing activities and camps for youth of all ages.
- Knowledge of basic accounting and reconciliation processes (preferred).
- Experience creating and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (preferred).
Community Events:
- Have the ability to handle logistics, vendors, and volunteers.
Hospitality:
- Obtain a Facility Manager Food Handlers certification with the first six (6) month of hire or promotion.
Aquatics:
- Possess or obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard certification within six months of hire.
- Possess or obtain American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification within 12 months of hire.
- Preferred certifications: American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor, American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer, American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Trainer, Certified Pool Operator, Aquatic Facility Operator.
Active Adults:
- Required to obtain a Food Handlers certification within (6) months of hire.
- Intermediate level user of Amilia software within (6) months of hire.
Youth Programs:
- Must have a working knowledge of planning and overseeing activities and camps for youth of all ages.
- Ability to create weekly and daily camp schedules.
- Ability to recruit staff to help run youth camps and programs throughout the year.
Therapeutic Recreation:
- Preferred experiences include planning and overseeing activities for therapeutic programs.
- Must have the ability to create and plan activities and schedules on a weekly and daily basis for Therapeutic Recreation participants.
- Preferred experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors. There will be some exposure to:- Bright/dim light
- Dusts and pollen
- Extreme heat and/or cold
- Wet or humid conditions
- Extreme noise levels
- Animals/wildlife
- Vibration
- Fumes and/or noxious odors and chemicals
- Traffic
- Moving machinery Safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.