Part-Time Recreation Activities Coordinator

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Requirements

Develops and implements diverse recreational programs for youth, teens, adults and families which may include leading exercise programs, participating in athletic activities, and/or providing homework assistance.Identifies partnership opportunities in the community and develops, implements and oversees contracts and partnership agreements.Conducts community outreach and promotes recreational programs by attending on-site and neighborhood meetings, working with local schools, neighborhood associations, and volunteer groups to promote programming and identify recreational needs.Explains and enforces safety procedures and rules.Administers emergency first aid, if necessary.Identifies supplies needed for administrative tasks and scheduled programs.Maintains inventory of on-site supplies as well as usability and safety of on-site equipment.Performs basic administrative tasks including maintaining programming records and completing reports.Responsible for the general upkeep/maintenance of the facility.Schedules rentals of community centers, collects fees and coordinates staff coverage.May operate a vehicle to collect and deliver supplies.Participates as part of the emergency operations team that distributes goods to the public.Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville’s competencies.Performs related work as required.

Qualifications Knowledge of rules, practices and procedures associated with outdoor and indoor recreational activities and homework assistance.Knowledge of safety procedures and rules to be followed during recreational activities.Knowledge in conducting community outreach and promoting recreational programs.Skill in the use and maintenance of equipment needed for outdoor and indoor recreational activities.Ability to read, understand, and follow written materials pertaining to recreational activities, which includes homework assistance and departmental policies and procedures.Ability to complete regular physical activity for a minimum of 4 consecutive hours such as playing basketball, completing basic exercises, standing for extended periods of time and walking up to 3 miles.Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.Ability to provide homework assistance to grades K – 7th.Ability to administer emergency first aid.Ability to interact with the general public applying recognized customer service standards.Ability to operate standard office equipment such as a personal computer, using word processing, spreadsheet, database and other related software.Ability to clean the facility including restrooms, windows, floors, etc.AAbility to operate a motor vehicle.

Additional Information Two years of education and/or experience in recreation, leisure services, physical education or a related field or in providing services to school-age children, which must include at least one year of experience or education directly related to the recreation or education field.

Must pass background screening on a local, state and federal level as required by the State of Florida Children and Family Services.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:The probationary period for this class is six months.

This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville’s Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401).LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: A valid driver’s license is required and must be maintained.

Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment in this class a City of Jacksonville certification as a Public Driver.Must possess and maintain valid CPR and First Aid certification within three months of employment.

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You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: http://www.coj.net/departments/employee-services/veterans-preference If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran’s preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to: Florida Department of Veterans AffairsAttention: Veterans’ Preference Coordinator11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-KLargo, FL 33778-1630Email: VeteransPreference@fdva.state.fl.us