Recreation Coordinator - Adult Programs

About the role

The Town of Mammoth Lakes hires passionate recreation staff on a seasonal basis based on program demand, availability of facilities, budgetary limitations, and the qualifications, skill set and availability of the applicant. This position is part-time.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, promote, implement, and evaluate winter adult programs, special events, and recreation activities as assigned.
• Prepare and coordinate the development and distribution of program and event publicity, including news releases, fliers, pamphlets, and brochures.
• Organize and schedule recreation activities such as excursions, special events, and athletics on a Town-wide basis.
• Maintain close contact with school officials and community groups regarding program offerings and coordination of services.
• Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing programs and program effectiveness; maintain records for registrations and fees collected.
• Recommend the purchase of necessary equipment and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and occupational standards; enforce departmentally established rules and regulations.
• Participate in teaching recreation classes as required.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Procedures for developing, coordinating, and implementing recreational programs, activities and special events. Recreational, cultural, and social needs of the community. Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions. Modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment. English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

Ability to: Coordinate, organize, implement, and promote recreation and leisure-time activities and specialized events. Prepare and distribute publicity concerning new or ongoing recreation offerings. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Understand community needs in a variety of recreation areas and evaluate activities according to those needs. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Understand and carry out oral and written directions Operate and use modern office equipment, including computer equipment. Compile and maintain extensive records; prepare routine reports.Work independently in the absence of supervision. Operate programs within allocated budget. Work an irregular schedule, including nights, weekends and holidays. React with good judgment in an emergency situation.

Qualifications

• Education: Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Associate of arts degree from an accredited college with major course work in recreation, child development, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: Two years of experience in the implementation of recreational programs, activities, or events is preferred.

Skills

None specified in the job posting.

Benefits

None specified in the job posting.

Pay

Compensation shown on this posting is the entire pay scale, in compliance with the California Equal Pay Act. However, please note that, "An employee will be appointed at the minimum rate for the class...Advancements in salary shall be based on a merit system...Step A [the minimum rate] will be the starting hiring rate...Employees shall be eligible for advancement to steps within the salary range upon satisfactory completion of an annual performance evaluation." (Town of Mammoth Lakes Personnel Rules, Articles 4.5, 4.7, and 4.8)

Schedule

This position is part-time, with hours varying, mainly occurring evenings, weekends, and holidays.