19273 CITY OF ISSAQUAH CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION RECREATION SPECIALIST
SUMMARY: Positions in this class are responsible for the planning, organizing, coordinating, overseeing and guiding recreational program activities in such areas as aquatics, sports or activities for targeted populations such as youth, the disabled, the elderly. The work includes assisting with program innovation, planning implementation and evaluation and providing support of creative, design, instructional, promotional and clerical duties. The work requires excellent communication and human relations skills due to considerable public contact. SCOPE: Reports to: Supervises: Recreation Coordinator, Program Supervisor or Manager. Varying number of seasonal, part-time and volunteer instructors, coaches, lifeguards, sports and program specialists and other volunteers. Performs work in varied situations in accordance with broad Departmental goals and objectives and program goals and procedures under general direction from supervisor.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Positions in this class are distinguished from the Recreation or Aquatics Coordinator by greater focus on the day-to-day oversight of specific program activities. These positions are distinguished from the Recreation Leader by greater responsibility for planning and guiding recreation program activities. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed primarily at the sites of recreational activities. Work usually requires active participation in program activities, requiring varying degrees of physical exertion. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Assures proper set-up of facility and safety of program participants; ensures proper procedures are followed in program activities, both with regard to safety and program goals. • • Schedules, organizes, coordinates, and assigns the work of program support staff and volunteers; provides training and counseling as needed. Instructs classes in area of specialty; oversees and evaluates the work of other instructors and support staff.
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Ensures proper behavior on the part of program participants; takes disciplinary action as needed; responds quickly to potentially hazardous situations and accidents; prepares reports related to incidents. Assists with innovation, planning, promotion, implementation and evaluation of program and special events. Coordinates program activities with other agencies and jurisdictions as needed. Assists with preparing and monitoring program budget, maintaining detailed records of revenue and expenditures.
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OTHER JOB DUTIES: • Promotes, organizes and conducts training certification program for volunteer coaches, lifeguards, and program participants. • • • Prepares a variety of reports, maintains records, processes forms, collects fees and performs other administrative support tasks. Promotes specified programs and activities. Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner, providing information within the scope of knowledge or refers to appropriate individual.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Training: An associate's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or related field (or equivalent experience), and two years of full-time recreation work experience related to specific programming discipline(s) of position: or any combination of education and experience which would provide the applicant with the desired skills, knowledge and ability required to perform the job. Licensing and Certification: Valid Washington State Driver's License with driving record free from serious or frequent violations. Valid First Aid and CPR Instructors Certificate, or ability to obtain within six months of employment. Other certificates related to program specialty.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Knowledge of community recreation practices and evaluation and of area of specialty. Knowledge of effective safety standards and precautions related to recreational programs. Knowledge of effective instructional methods and techniques related to area of specialty. Ability to plan, organize, coordinate and guide community recreation program activities. Ability to perform administrative tasks such as: record keeping, report preparation, and the like. Ability to schedule, organize, coordinate and assign the work of support staff. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to prepare and maintain detailed program records and reports. Ability to work some weekends, or other irregular hours as necessary. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with other employees, agencies and the public.
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
ORIGINATION DATE: EEO CATEGORY STATUS CLASS CODE
January 1998 Para-Professional Non-Exempt 19273