Full-Time Recreation Coordinator - Athletics

Work Schedule

• Expected to work varied hours, including evenings, some holidays, and Saturdays.
• Typical work schedule is 12:00pm to 9:00pm, four days per week, with Saturdays scheduled from 9:00am to 6:00pm.
• Schedule will vary based on program, league, and special event needs.

General Purpose

Performs a variety of duties, including field support, general administration, and technical responsibilities, as needed to coordinate the day-to-day operation of one or more City recreation programs.

Supervision

Received: Works under the general supervision of a Recreation Supervisor.

Exercised: Provides general support for Facility Managers, Recreation Specialists, temporary, seasonal and volunteer personnel.

Essential Functions

• Promotes and follows the City's mission statement, values and expectations.
• Provides support and assistance to initiate and coordinate the implementation of activities as needed to assure timely delivery of scheduled events, special events, service projects, classes, league play and programs; supports the operation and activities of such programs as basketball, baseball/softball, volleyball, pickleball, tackle football, flag football, tennis, special events, clinics/camps, tournaments, etc.
• May fill in for Facility Managers as needed.
• Assist in developing program cost projects and recommendations for budgets; monitors program expenditures to assure compliance with established financial guidelines.
• Train and support recreation specialists including seasonal, temporary, and volunteer personnel.
• Assist coaches, facility managers, recreation specialists, officials, and provide training as needed.
• May officiate or referee games or assist in coaching.
• Maintain statistics for leagues and tournaments, prepare fields for baseball/softball games, put up nets for volleyball, and repair scoreboards.
• May assist Recreation Supervisors in scheduling leagues, programs, and events; manages the annual and seasonal calendar to assure timeliness of program starting dates and conclusions; assures timely delivery of public notices and announcements as needed to afford target populations opportunity for participation.
• Assists in public relations by recruiting personnel and volunteers and presenting new programs to the public.
• Conducts program registrations and completes post-program evaluations to assure effectiveness.
• Carries out publicity programs; utilizes various forms of media, notices, publications, fliers, and brochures to promote City-wide interest and use of recreation facilities and program participation.
• Oversee the distribution and use of equipment through an organized check-out and check-in process.
• Ensures all equipment is returned promptly, in good condition, and properly stored.
• Implements and maintains accurate inventory control procedures, including routine inspections and updates to inventory records.
• Monitors equipment condition and availability, identifying and addressing maintenance needs, lost or damaged items, and equipment replacement.
• Coordinates the procurement of new equipment and supplies as necessary.
• Conducts periodic audits of inventory to ensure accountability and maintain compliance with departmental standards.
• Assists Recreation Supervisors and on-site staff handling complaints from coaches, participants, and organizations; negotiates to achieve solutions that improve recreation programs and services.
• Prepare cost and revenue projections for specific programs and events.
• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

Education and experience: Graduation from a standard senior high school; plus, two (2) years of work experience in recreational sporting programs. OR Graduation from college with a bachelor's degree in recreation management (preferably from a NRPA accredited program), youth recreation leadership, physical education or some other related field is preferred AND One year of recreation program administration, physical education teaching, coaching or related experience; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of the methods and techniques of developing and operating recreation programs; of the philosophy and objectives of community recreation programming; team sports management; community and public relations; rules and regulations of a variety of sports and recreational activities; of equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a comprehensive community recreation program; the operation of personal computers and various software applications including spread sheets, word processing, Excel, able to write letters and communicate by written work in a professional manner.
• Ability to organize recreational leagues, establish team rosters, create game schedules, tournament brackets, etc.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, various age groups, other organizations, and the public; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Special Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Utah driver's license.