Recreation Program Coordinator (Austin Parks and Recreation)

About This Position

Job Description:

Recreation Program Coordinator

Purpose:

Under general supervision, this position assigns, directs, and performs tasks in the development and implementation of recreational programs and activities within a facility or as part of a major program area.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Organizes employees, contractors, and/or volunteers.

• Promotes interest in recreational activities; represents the City and the department with public groups.

• Plans, develops, coordinates, and schedules programs, activities, events, and staffing.

• Modifies classes and workshops to accommodate individuals with a variety of disabilities.

• Manages and directs the daily operations of recreational facilities, activities, and/or special events.

• Coordinates Citywide events.

• Coordinates the design and creation of necessary materials to market and promote programs.

• Recommends the purchase of new equipment and coordinates purchase orders.

• Assists with and monitors the budget.

• Coordinates cross-functional work groups.

• Research trends and implements best practices with respect to recreational programs and activities.

• Transports and/or accompanies program and event participants.

• Prepares and reviews payments, cash receipts, billing, or other accounting transactions by verifying documentation and accurately completing transactions.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of principles and methods for development design and coordination of recreational programs, activities, and events.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.

• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in using computers and related software.

• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.

• Skill in planning and organizing.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priority.

• Ability to design, create market, and promote programs.

• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Recreation or a related field, plus one (1) year of experience related to the development and implementation of the assigned programs.

• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• May require certification in CPR, First Aid, Water Safety Instruction, or other areas as specified for the assigned class.

• Appropriate certifications as specified for the assignment.

• Texas Class ""C"" Driver or Commercial Driver license if required for the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience:

• Experience conducting therapeutic recreation assessments and creating modification plans to recreation programs/activities for persons with various abilities.

• Experience coordinating programs specifically with Youth (3-12 yrs. of age), Teens (13-18 yrs. of age), Adults and Senior Adults with disabilities in a professional recreational setting.

• Experience in establishing guidelines for program registration, field trips, parent meetings, and creation of new recreational programs.

• Experience acting as a liaison for the employer between different organizational units, communities, and stakeholders.

Preferred License/Certifications:

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).

Preferred Knowledge/Skills:

• Principles, best practic