Recreation Program Coordinator

Job Description

Recreation Program Coordinator (684)

(As-Needed)

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to completion of 60 semester units at an accredited college and two years of responsible experience in community recreation.

License

Must possess an appropriate California Operator's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Incumbents in this classification assist the professional recreation personnel in the management and supervision of a section or related program within the Recreation Activities Division. In supervising other as-needed employees and assigned program volunteers, exercises independent Judgement and discretion not of a routine or clerical nature.

Typical Duties

Under direction, organizes and directs recreational activities and events: assists in the planning, organization and implementation of a recreation program serving a particular need; assists in recruiting, training, instructing and supervising part-time and/or temporary recreation personnel and program volunteers; participates in planning and directing special event programs and seasonal schedules; may prepare reports, news releases and correspondence; makes recommendations regarding equipment and supply needs; and does related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Good ability to: demonstrate working knowledge of the objectives, methods and techniques of a specific type of recreation program; demonstrate working knowledge of community recreational resources. Good ability to: direct the activities of others; and work cooperatively with others.

Supervision Received

Reports to Recreation Supervisor, Center Director, or other supervisor as assigned.

Supervision Exercised

Part-time temporary, and/or volunteer recreation leadership personnel as assigned. May assist in the training of new personnel.

Special Conditions

Will be required to work unusual hours to meet the recreational needs of the general public.

Approved, May 1982