Recreation Specialist - Athletics

The purpose of this classification is to assist with the planning, organization, and oversight of events, activities, programs, facilities, or operational functions related to the Town’s Parks and Recreation Department.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Performs customer service functions and general clerical tasks; provides information and assistance related to recreation programs and facilities; responds to routine questions, complaints, or requests for service; researches problems and initiates problem resolution.

Conducts registration for recreation programs; enters participant registration data into computer using recreation registration software; maintains records.

Receives moneys in payment of recreation program fees; records transactions and issues receipts; balances receipts and forwards revenues as appropriate; follows purchasing policies and procedures and efficiently utilizes resources

Assists in coordinating the daily operations of Town of Jupiter Parks and Recreation facilities; organizes daily activities and events at these facilities; prepares related schedules for events and general facility use while providing customer service to facility users and program participants.

Conducts routine inspections of athletic amenities and recreation facilities; makes recommendations to close facilities and/or athletic amenities as appropriate; performs general facility maintenance and repair as needed; provides recommendations for repairs and improvements of the facility and apparatus as needed.

Provides supervision of organizations or individuals using Parks and Recreation facilities or participating in recreation programs; explains policies and procedures to program participants; independently handles problem situations and provides conflict resolution; coordinates disciplinary issues as needed.

Assists with the development, implementation, and supervision of a variety of recreation programs for the community. Compiles data pertaining to program costs, participation levels, revenues and expenditures; recommends addition, deletion, or revision of programs as appropriate.

Assists with providing content for publication on the Town’s website, newsletters, and social media.

Works various hours including mornings and/or nights, weekends, holidays and special events.

Attends meetings and serves on committees as needed.

Communicates with Parks and Recreation staff, contractual vendors, volunteers, program participants, other departments and outside organizations as needed to coordinate recreation programs, exchange information, resolve problems, or give/receive advice/direction; serves as liaison between the various individuals, agencies or companies involved in each program.

Monitors maintenance, safety, security and cleanliness of Parks and Recreation facilities, and grounds; cleans restrooms and takes out trash while on duty; locks/secures Town facilities; identifies problems, needed repairs, or other situations requiring attention; performs service or repairs to equipment when needed; reports problems to appropriate personnel or supervisor; applies first aid to injuries as needed; completes forms to report accidents, injuries, or other incidents.

Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; utilizes word processing, database, spreadsheet, desktop publishing, webpage design, e-mail, Internet, or other software programs; performs basic maintenance of computer system and office equipment, such as replacing paper, ink, or toner; coordinates service/repair activities as needed; provides computer support and training to other employees.

Operates a variety of equipment and tools associated with department programs and facilities, specifically, motor vehicles, backpack blowers, a golf cart and all-terrain vehicle.

Assists with hurricane preparation and disaster readiness implementation; works before and after a hurricane or other emergency event within the incident command system structure.

Assists with the Town’s sponsorship program

Maintains compliance with and current knowledge of applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors work environment and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees, program participants, and other individuals; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations.

Additional Functions

Conducts various errands as needed, which may include picking up or dropping off items.

Assists with set up and break down of tables and chairs for various Parks and Recreation facility rentals and programs.

Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.

Performs Other Related Duties As Required.

• One (1) year previous experience working with recreational programs.
• High school Diploma or GED required.
• An associate's degree or a comparable amount of training, education, and experience that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job may be considered a substitute for the associate's degree.
• Must possess a current CPR/AED and First Aid certification or the ability to obtain this certification within six (6) months of hire.
• A valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from the date of employment.
  
  

Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.

Human Interaction: Requires the ability to apply principles of persuasion and/or influence over others in a supervisory capacity.

Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to start, stop, operate and monitor the functioning of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.

Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.

Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.

Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20-30 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, taste, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, traffic hazards, bright/dim light, violence, animal/wildlife/human bites, rude/irate customers, disease, or pathogenic substances.

The Town of Jupiter, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Compensation details: 21.56-35.57 Hourly Wage

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