Job Summary The Recreation Specialist is responsible for coordinating, supporting, and implementing youth athletic programs and concessions operations for the Parks & Recreation Department. This position assists with youth sports leagues, practices, games, tournaments, facility scheduling, participant registration, customer service, concessions inventory, cash handling, and event-day operations. The Recreation Specialist works closely with recreation supervisors, recreation aides, coaches, volunteers, participants, parents, officials, vendors, and other City staff to ensure youth athletic programs are safe, organized, welcoming, and professionally operated. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization. Job Functions Assist with coordination of youth athletic leagues, practices, games, clinics, tournaments, and related programs. Support scheduling of athletic fields, courts, facilities, staff, officials, and volunteers. Assist with registration, roster preparation, participant communication, and use of recreation software. Provide customer service to parents, participants, coaches, volunteers, and the public. Assist with concession stand operations, including setup, staffing, sales, inventory, cleaning, and closing procedures. Handle cash, credit card transactions, receipts, deposits, and related financial records in accordance with City procedures. Monitor athletic programs and facilities for safety, cleanliness, and rule compliance. Assist with equipment, uniforms, supplies, and concession inventory. Provide direction and support to recreation aides, temporary staff, seasonal employees, and volunteers as assigned. Respond to program issues, participant concerns, injuries, incidents, and facility needs. Maintain records, reports, schedules, participation data, and inventory documentation. Assist with special events and other Parks & Recreation programs as needed. Perform all other duties as assigned. Minimum Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Two years of experience in recreation programming, athletics, concessions, customer service, facility operations, or a related field. Experience with cash handling and basic computer systems. Valid Texas Driver's License or ability to obtain within a timeframe established by the City. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered. Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree or coursework in recreation, sports management, business, hospitality, or a related field. Experience with youth sports programming. Experience with recreation registration software. Experience operating concessions or food service activities. First Aid/CPR certification. Municipal government experience. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Knowledge of youth athletics, recreation programming, customer service, concessions operations, cash handling, inventory control, safety practices, and basic recordkeeping. Skill in communication, organization, problem solving, computer use, recreation software, scheduling support, customer service, and working with youth, parents, coaches, and volunteers. Ability to work independently and as part of a team; follow policies and procedures; maintain accurate records; resolve routine issues professionally; support multiple programs at one time; and work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Essential physical demands include standing and walking for extended periods, lifting and carrying supplies up to 40 pounds, setting up equipment, bending, reaching, stooping, working outdoors, and operating standard office and concessions equipment.