Administrative Dispatcher

The purpose of this position is to coordinate recreation center programming and provide support for programs and services. This is accomplished by supervising personnel, developing, implementing and supervising recreation programs, promoting the Recreation Center and its activities and interfacing with other City employees and citizens.

Supervises personnel and contract instructors

• Interviews applicants for open positions
• Counsels employees to correct deficiencies
• Schedules employees for facility operations
• Submits time sheets for payroll

Develops and implements various programs

• Assesses the needs of citizens
• Hires qualified instructors for new programs
• Advises civic organizations and community partners on events
• Coordinates partnership of national/state affiliated programs as well as corporate partnerships

Oversees facility operations

• Addresses and resolves complaints and concerns from the public
• Responds to emergencies when required
• Prepares facilities for programs, rentals and special events
• Ensures the cleanliness of facilities

Maintains the allocation of resources

• Maintains supplies necessary for the operation of the facility
• Orders new supplies and equipment
• Evaluates and recommends budgetary needs for operations
• Creates vendor lists

Education

Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Experience

Over two years up to and including three years of relevant experience. Summer Camp Planning and Supervision Experience Preferred.

Certification and Other Requirements

• Valid Texas Class C Drivers License
• CPR/First Aid Certification (within three months of hire)

Health & Dental Insurance

The City of Allen offers a choice of two PPO Medical Plan options for full-time employees. Vision insurance is included through enrollment in either of these plans. Employees also have the option of participating in an indemnity Dental Plan. Coverage is available to all full-time employees and their dependents under these plans at group rates.

Other Benefits

• Employee insurance coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Flexible Spending Accounts through payroll deduction for Health Care and Dependent Care expenses is also available for full time employees.
• The City of Allen also offers optional programs that include Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Supplemental Life, Dependent Life and Voluntary AD&D insurance group rates.
• The City of Allen administers a wellness program for full-time employees which provides premium reimbursement for participation in various wellness programs throughout the year.

Workers Compensation

All employees are covered by workers compensation for injuries sustained in the line of duty.

Holidays

• Employees receive nine paid holidays per year, including one personal day.

Vacation

• An employee with five or more years of service is eligible to earn 120 hours per year.

Sick Leave

• There is no limit to the amount of sick leave hours accrued.

Retirement

• All full-time employees must participate in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).
• The City of Allen also participates in Social Security.

Deferred Compensation

• The City of Allen offers an optional deferred compensation 457 plan in which employees can contribute a portion of their salary, before taxes, to a retirement account.

Longevity

• Employees who have been with the City of Allen at least a year receive $4 per month for every month worked.

Rotating Weekend and Evening shifts required.