Recreation Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates the operations of a recreation program division.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all individuals, maintaining a positive customer service environment.
• Collaborates with maintenance and operations staff.
• Supports day-to-day facility operations.
• Coordinates the recruitment, training, and work assignments of supplemental staff and volunteers; responsible for staffing schedules; may provide lead direction to regular staff.
• Aids in providing applicable staff training programs to ensure staff are sufficiently trained and program goals are met.
• Follows and upholds City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department policies and philosophies.
• Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of program goals and objectives.
• Reviews and submits all program paperwork, including injury report forms, week in review forms, timecards, and supply requests; maintains accurate records and files.
• Coordinates program billing, payments, and contracts.
• Oversees program events and activities; ensures staff ratios and plans on-site events.
• Prepares, updates, and maintains reports, correspondence, and staff manuals.
• Serves as substitute at program(s) within the department; may be called on to work at assigned or another division as an emergency substitute.
• Responds to inquiries and requests for information.
• Represents the department within the City and with other agencies, civic groups, and the public.
• Affirms equipment and supply needs and approves purchases.
• Coordinates preparation and use of facilities for programs.
• Serves as liaison to user groups, staff, and administration.
• Aids in budget preparation, tracking, and implementation.
• Coordinates marketing and publicity of programs.
• Interprets and implements policies and procedures related to the department, organizational unit, or program to which assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in recreation or a related field; and Two years progressively responsible experience in recreational programming; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession And Maintenance Of Current First Aid and CPR certifications completed within 6 months of employment.
• Complete Child Abuse Mandated Reporter Training within one month of employment.