SUMMARY: Performs difficult technical and administrative work in planning, supervising, implementing and assisting in the direction of County-wide specialized recreation programs (i.e., weekly summer camps and related activities primarily targeted for elementary and middle school aged children. May exercise supervision over part-time staff, volunteers, and activity participants.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The requirements for this position include, but are not limited to, those outlined below. All job functions, education and experience, general knowledge and abilities, and physical requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. It is the employer’s discretion to add or change the duties or requirements of this position at any time.

• Assists with the development, planning, implementation, and evaluation of recreation programs for assigned populations; engages in problem-solving activities as needed.
• Assists with activity organization, procurement of materials and supplies, recruitment of participants, preparation and distribution of promotional information, and securing community support.
• Assists with preparing and implementing budget recommendations for activities as assigned.
• Prepares and maintains program documentation as required by the Parks & Recreation Department.
• Assists with inventory management for the Division as needed.
• Produces activity reports and other reports and projects as needed.
• May drive a County vehicle. 
• Performs related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college with an associate’s degree in recreation, or a related field.
EXPERIENCE: Knowledge of community first aid and safety with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), and Medication Administration Training (MAT). Knowledge of computer programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and the ability to learn RecTrac system.
OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge and use of recreation principles and practices of professional recreation work. Thorough knowledge of various leisure needs of youth populations. Ability to provide leadership to various groups. Ability to act independently and make appropriate decisions. Ability to present ideas effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other government agencies, program participants and the general public and possess excellent telephone etiquette.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND/OR REGISTRATIONS: MAT certified and possesses a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Requires walking, talking, writing, typing, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, climbing, balancing, lifting, pushing and pulling, sitting, gripping. Working and lifting with equipment and materials up to 30 pounds is common.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Indoor and outdoor work is conducted in variable weather conditions. Exposed to high or low temperatures and wet / humid conditions.

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities.

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