Recreation Coordinator

City of Garden City KS
US - Kansas - Garden City
June 21, 2024

Recreation Coordinator
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Salary
$22.01 - $26.86 Hourly
Location
Garden City, KS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00457
Department
Recreation
Opening Date
05/23/2024
Closing Date
7/24/2024 11:59 PM Central
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Description
The City of Garden City is accepting applications for Recreation Coordinator with the Recreation Department. This position provides diverse recreation services that meet the needs and desires of residents of Garden City. Partners with others to ensure quality services are delivered in an efficient and effective manner.
This position will specifically oversee Obrate Gymnastics Center and Garden Rapids and The Big Pool.
Examples of Duties
• Assists with the method, dissemination, and collection of community input for programs, services, activities, special events, and facility development.
• Assists with programs, services, activities, and special event advertising.
• Develops, coordinates, schedules, implements, supervises, and evaluates a variety of recreational programs, including special events and facilities.
• Works with recreation staff to provide recreation activities, programs, and services that meet the diverse wants and needs of the Garden City citizens.
• Evaluates assigned areas of the recreation programs and recommends areas for improvement.
• Maintains related records and statistics for programs and personnel.
• Supervises and/or instructs designated recreation classes according to program curriculum and philosophy and modifies it according to participant skill and ability level.
• Prepares program supplies and materials, equipment, first aid kits, and other necessary items.
• Supervises opening and closing of recreation facilities as required and supervises facilities by enforcing program and facilities' rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Takes proper safety precautions and uses safety equipment to ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers, and employees.
• Assists with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating and supervising staff; assuming duties of direct reports as needed.
• Inspects facilities daily for cleanliness and safety; assists with daily/weekly cleaning.
• Exercises good stewardship over division resources; creates cost analysis report and recommendations for cost savings.
• Stays within budget limitations.
• Assists with annual budget preparations.
• Works to develop community partners, sponsors, and donors. Also, searches for grants to offset program costs.
• Performs related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Skill required in creating, planning, and implementing recreational programming. Must possess general knowledge of a variety of recreational activities and equipment required. First Aid, CPR, and AED training is required. Must be able to effectively communicate and engage patrons, demonstrating excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills. Excellent organizational skills.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products suite and ability to learn My Rec software, as well as other City utilized software.
Education, Certification and Experience:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation, physical education, fitness, sports management, or a closely related field. Applicants who can demonstrate an equivalent combination of experience and training may also be considered.
Supplemental Information
Environment: While part of work is conducted in a well-ventilated, temperature-controlled office environment, some work is conducted outdoors and is subject to a variety of weather conditions.
Physical Characteristics: Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds. Ability to stand or sit for long periods of time, twist, kneel, bend, push, and pull.
The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:
• Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
• The Standard Life Insurance
• Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F)
• Wellness Program
• Paid Leave
• Employee Recognition Plan
• Years of Service Bonuses
• Performance Evaluations
• Employee Assistance Program
Agency
City of Garden City (KS)
Address
301 N. 8th Street Garden City, Kansas, 67846
Phone
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Website
arden-city.org/
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