Community Recreation Activities Coordinator

Oversee and coordinate recreational or educational activities for assigned community centers within the Family & Community Services Department; implement program goals and objectives and perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Oversee and coordinate recreational or educational activities for assigned community centers including field trips, public relation services and rental of facilities for public use.
2. Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for providing recreational services; implement policies and procedures.
3. Monitor program performance; recommend and implement modifications to systems and procedures.
4. Develop and maintain a calendar of activities for the assigned center; prepare program activity brochures for public distribution.
5. Serve as liaison with community agencies and organizations for recreational program development at assigned community center.
6. Plan and coordinate field trips and special events for program participants; organize transportation to and from events and activities.
7. Promote and coordinate specific recreational program activities; prepare program event and facility marketing material including news releases, flyers, schedules of events, pamphlets and brochures.
8. Schedule usage of assigned community center for recreational activities or public use; provide information and assistance to users of facilities.
9. Maintain records and develop reports concerning new or ongoing recreational programs and program effectiveness; maintain records of attendance for program activities.
10. Monitor and inspect community center facilities; schedule maintenance and secure facilities.
11. Participate in the preparation and administration of assigned budget; submit budget recommendations; monitor expenditures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Develop survey instruments; conduct surveys of program participants to determine participant needs; interpret and record survey results; implement program changes in response to results.
2. Maintain awareness of new developments in the field of community recreation programs; incorporate new developments as appropriate into programs.
3. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

Associate's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, social work, recreation services, education, or general studies; and

Three (3) years of experience in recreation activities coordination or working with youth programs; and

To include one (1) year lead or supervisory experience.

**ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: **

Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
Environmental:
Community center and field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized vehicles.