Recreation Specialist
3.
9 La Porte, TX La Porte, TX Full-time Full-time $18.
27 - $27.
40 an hour $18.
27 - $27.
40 an hour 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago RECREATION SPECIALIST Category:
Full - Time Status:
Open Hourly:
$ 18.
266 - Mid $ 22.
833 Published:
December 22, 2023 Closing:
Until Filled DEFINITION To manage, organize and implement a variety of recreational, educational, leisure, athletic, and special event activities and programs for youth and adults at various parks & recreation facilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Recreation Programs Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage, promote, implement, and evaluate a variety of recreational, educational, leisure, athletic and special event activities, classes and programs.
Organize, implement, and supervise comprehensive summer and holiday day camp programs.
Contribute, prepare and distribute advertising material such as:
flyers, graphics, logos, brochures, newsletters, posters, etc.
Set up facilities for programs and/or events and maintain a safe environment throughout the duration of the activities, programs or events.
Respond to inquiries or requests for information from interested community groups and citizens.
Maintain recreation facilities and equipment in a neat and orderly manner; take inventory of equipment, supplies and materials.
Participate in center meetings; assist in evaluating program techniques and content.
Prepare and submit program and event attendance reports as well as monthly performance measures.
May be required to perform general clerical duties such as light typing, filing, and record keeping.
Perform related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; exposure to dust, mites, and radiation hazards; exposure to constant noise and extreme heat; writing; walking; typing; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sorting; sitting; seeing; pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds; filing; cleaning; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person, by two-way radio, and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operation of a personal computer, typewriter, and calculator.
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Techniques of supervising children during recreation activities.
General program content for community recreation activities in area of assignment.
Recreational, cultural, athletics and special event needs of the community.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Basic mathematics.
Ability to:
Manage, organize and implement a variety of recreational, educational, leisure, athletic, and special event activities and programs for youth and adults at various parks & recreation facilities.
Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation offerings.
Work with both children and adults in supervising recreation activities and services.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Some experience in directing recreational activities and a High School Diploma or GED.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within three months, an Emergency First Aid and valid CPR Certification w/ AED Administration.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.
The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
9 La Porte, TX La Porte, TX Full-time Full-time $18.
27 - $27.
40 an hour $18.
27 - $27.
40 an hour 4 days ago 4 days ago 4 days ago RECREATION SPECIALIST Category:
Full - Time Status:
Open Hourly:
$ 18.
266 - Mid $ 22.
833 Published:
December 22, 2023 Closing:
Until Filled DEFINITION To manage, organize and implement a variety of recreational, educational, leisure, athletic, and special event activities and programs for youth and adults at various parks & recreation facilities.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general supervision from the Recreation Programs Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Manage, promote, implement, and evaluate a variety of recreational, educational, leisure, athletic and special event activities, classes and programs.
Organize, implement, and supervise comprehensive summer and holiday day camp programs.
Contribute, prepare and distribute advertising material such as:
flyers, graphics, logos, brochures, newsletters, posters, etc.
Set up facilities for programs and/or events and maintain a safe environment throughout the duration of the activities, programs or events.
Respond to inquiries or requests for information from interested community groups and citizens.
Maintain recreation facilities and equipment in a neat and orderly manner; take inventory of equipment, supplies and materials.
Participate in center meetings; assist in evaluating program techniques and content.
Prepare and submit program and event attendance reports as well as monthly performance measures.
May be required to perform general clerical duties such as light typing, filing, and record keeping.
Perform related duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS For indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; exposure to dust, mites, and radiation hazards; exposure to constant noise and extreme heat; writing; walking; typing; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sorting; sitting; seeing; pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds; filing; cleaning; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person, by two-way radio, and by telephone; fine finger manipulation; operation of a personal computer, typewriter, and calculator.
QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of:
Techniques of supervising children during recreation activities.
General program content for community recreation activities in area of assignment.
Recreational, cultural, athletics and special event needs of the community.
Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.
Basic mathematics.
Ability to:
Manage, organize and implement a variety of recreational, educational, leisure, athletic, and special event activities and programs for youth and adults at various parks & recreation facilities.
Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation offerings.
Work with both children and adults in supervising recreation activities and services.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Some experience in directing recreational activities and a High School Diploma or GED.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid Texas Driver's License.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within three months, an Emergency First Aid and valid CPR Certification w/ AED Administration.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities and actions may change at any time with or without notice.
The City of La Porte is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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