Recreation Program Coordinator
City of Des Moines - des moines, IA
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Recreation Program Coordinator Print ( Apply  Recreation Program Coordinator Salary $22.65 - $26.83 Hourly Location Des Moines, IA Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 8470.9.2024 Department Parks Division PKPK Athletics & Sports Tourism Opening Date 09/26/2024 Closing Date 10/13/2024 4:00 PM Central FLSA Exempt Bargaining Unit MEA Occupational Group Civil Service Location of Vacancy Parks and Recreation Recruitment Entrance Selection Method Education & Experience Rating: Applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be evaluated based on demonstrated experience and education. Driving Record Check: Driving records of qualified applicants will be reviewed. Applicants not meeting City driving standards will be eliminated from employment consideration. Qualified applicants who need a reasonable accommodation must inform this office at (515) or TTY Iowa Relay at 711 or , by the application deadline date. Description Benefits Questions Distinguishing Features of the Class Under direction, to supervise direct, and assume control of various specialized areas within the total recreation program, or a specialized recreation activity, and to do related work as required. Specialized areas include athletics, special events, and recreation facility operations. Acceptable Experience and Training Graduation from high school and two years of group leadership experience in a recreation setting, including concentration in one or more specialties in the field of recreation or sports. A college degree in recreation or a related field may be substituted for the required two years of experience. PLEASE NOTE: SUBMITTAL OF COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS (OFFICIAL OR UNOFFICIAL) IS REQUIRED BY APPLICATION DEADLINE IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT. FAILURE TO SUBMIT COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS MAY RESULT IN APPLICATION DISQUALIFICATION. Required Special Qualifications Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen. License or Other Requirements: Current certification in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid, and/or an applicable, valid driver's license is required when work assignment requires said certification and/or involves driving a vehicle. Examples of Essential Work (Illustrative Only) Plans, coordinates, supervises, and instructs various athletic recreation activities; leads and officiates one or more activities as requested. Participates in agency planning, research and training, budget and action plan preparation. Works closely with other recreation agencies to assure the proper development of recreational facilities in all areas including special events, special facilities, and seasonal camps. Works with recreation staff to complete logistic support and supervisory assignments in the conduct of special activities; promotes and publicizes activities with the media. Trains recreation leaders and associates in techniques and application of recreation principles; recruits and trains temporary staff and volunteers; ensures safety of participants. Maintains necessary records and submits required reports. Performs related work as required.
Created: 2024-10-02