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City of Georgetown JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Recreation Program Coordinator Effective Date: 02/01/2015
FLSA Category: Exempt Revision Date: 01/21/15
SUMMARY: Plans, develops, promotes implements and evaluates recreation center program opportunities. This could
include Athletics, youth or Teen programming. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of
the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable
accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is
subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to,
the following:
• Plans, promotes, develops, implements, supervises and evaluates recreation programs to include, youth, adult and
Teen Center programming.
• Assists with front desk responsibilities including, program registration, booking for programs and facilities, equipment
check-out and cash handling.
• Keeps inventory and maintains equipment for assigned programs
• Set up/take down for programs; update schedules and standing as needed.
• Plans, organizes, implements and oversees all programs, activities and daily operations of the summer, spring break,
and holiday youth camps; athletic tournaments and camps,.
• Interacts with public and staff on a daily basis; responds to inquiries, addresses complaints, grievances, emergency
issues; assists patrons as needed.
• Recruit, train, supervise and evaluate assigned staff such as: sports officials for youth and adult athletic programs,
seasonal camp staff, or volunteers
• Responsible for contract payroll.
• Conducts tours of facility and athletic sites.
• Coordinates and communicates with program participants and parents concerning program matters.
• Serves as liaison and works with community organizations and volunteer associations concerning current, proposed
and future utilization, development, improvement and expansion of the City’s programs, services and activities.
• Enforces adherence to safety and behavioral rules; performs CPR/First Aid as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, training and Experience Guidelines Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Recreation, Kinesiology, Physical
Education, or related field. Three years of full-time experience in recreation programming. 1 year of experience must be related to assigned programming. OR Any combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required
knowledge, skills and abilities.
Knowledge of:
• Recreation and leisure activities programming related to youth and adult athletics,
• Recreation program design, administration, and evaluation.
• Supervisory and management principles and practices.
• Basic Rules and regulations for amateur athletics, games and competitions, including Texas Amateur Athletic Foundation(TAAF) standards and Amateur Softball Association(ASA).
• Recreation risk management principles.
• City policies and procedures.
Skill in:
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Using computers and software applications.
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• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Resolving customer complaints and concerns.
• Reading journals, memos and other documents.
• Writing letters, memos, reports, instructions, and promotional material and other correspondence.
• Performing basic mathematical calculations; budget management.
• Analyzing statistical data; interpreting policies, procedures, and City ordinances.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class C Texas driver's license CPR and First Aid Certifications or ability to obtain within first 6 months of employment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.
Chemicals and recreation equipment; outdoor environment