JOB DESCRIPTION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions described herein. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of a comprehensive recreation programming plan for Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC). Work involves ascertaining athletic and recreational needs of the community; administering organized league sports programs and special events; planning and implementing afterschool and summer camp programs; coordinating with others to provide quality recreation programming; supervise, directing, and assigning work to assigned staff;. This position also handles daily operations such as inputting of data, creating purchase orders, and reviewing and correcting staff paperwork.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans and implements new and existing athletic and recreational programs at Richland County Recreation Commission (RCRC) facilities and fields; develops schedules for leagues, classes, tournament, or other activities; schedules use of facilities; arranges banquets for in-house leagues, and moves equipment as needed.
• Schedules and supervises activities for summer recreation and after school programs.
• Tracks inventory of division equipment and supplies, ensures availability of adequate materials to conduct work activities, and initiates request for new and replacement of materials and supplies.
• Inspects equipment and fields to ensure items are in safe operational condition; may perform minor repairs as needed.
• Directs, assigns, and monitors work; supervises, trains, disciplines, and evaluates performance of assigned staff.
• Driving to and from different RCRC locations
• Monitors compliance of coaches and volunteers with RCRC’s background check process.
• Monitors staff schedules and processes time in time management system
• Reviews/approves program proposals from staff.
• Coordinates and supervises the use of recreation centers/community centers and athletic facilities (for community as well as in house leagues).
• Prepares field marking requests and maintenance reports; completes various forms, reports, and registration forms; processes payments and invoices; conducts surveys; and prepares reports and summaries documenting evaluations and program outcomes.
• Provides information and assistance related to division programs, services, events, activities, fees, procedures, forms, or other issues; responds to routine questions, complaints, and requests for service; and initiates problem resolution.
• Assists in program registration; creates recreation memberships; processes payments and receipt of payments, registration fees, or other fees for services; and records and deposits payments collected.
• Receives, reviews, and corrects various forms, reports, correspondence, registration forms, payments, invoices, brochures/flyers, handbooks, policies, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation.
• Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review, or modify data; verifies accuracy of entered data and makes corrections; and utilizes spreadsheets, desktop publishing, or other software programs.
• Communicates with supervisor, employees, other division/departments, officials, volunteers, instructors, program participants, parents, school personnel, community organizations, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and resolve potential conflicts.
• Attends, documents, and provides reports on department, division, and community meetings.
• Makes periodic observation and evaluation of recreation and athletic events and games for quality of competition, proper use of equipment and facilities, and sportsmanship; receives and responds to inquiries, complaints, compliments and other comments from public concerning Agency recreation and athletic activities.
• Collaborates with schools for program promotion and facility usage
• Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; and attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
• Responds to routine questions or complaints in oral and written correspondence in a professional manner.
• Assists with planning/implementation of special events/activities.
• Performs on-going evaluations of all recreation programs, athletic leagues, tournaments, in-house leagues, and programs.
• Prepares financial reports and maintains records of materials used: prepares short- and long-range revenue/expenditure projections; and assists staff with meeting revenue projections.
• Works with management to obtain agency certifications, accreditation, and professional development.
• Assists in the research, development, and oversight of new league and program opportunities
• Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in recreation, physical education, sports management, or a closely related field; master’s degree in parks and recreation, public administration preferred.
• Five (5) related work experience involving recreation/athletic program development and management including three (3) year of supervisory experience.
• Or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of applicable laws/regulations.
• Knowledge of the policies, procedures, and activities of RCRC practices as they pertain to the performance of duties relating to the position.
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques of planning and administering recreation/athletics programs and promoting the programs.
• Knowledge of the requirements, policies, and procedures of various media outlets necessary for promotional activities.
• Knowledge of photography.
• Knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments in the public relations and parks and recreation fields.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in using graphic designs.
• Skill in public speaking.
• Skill in utilizing mathematical formulas; adding and subtracting; multiplying and dividing; determining decimals and percentages; determining time and weight; making statistical calculations; and interpreting graphs.
• Ability to use computer driven graphics, word processing, spreadsheet, and file maintenance programs.
• Ability to conceive, organize, and implement programs to promote the department and its programs and activities.
• Ability to research various topics and compile facts and data accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Ability to speak before groups of people with poise, voice control, and confidence.
• Ability to learn and understand relatively complex principles and techniques, to make independent judgments in absence of supervision, and to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation.
• Ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures and policies, and to follow oral and written instructions, guidelines, and objectives.

CERTIFICATION, LICENSE, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess valid Driver’s License to drive an RCRC vehicle
• Hold the following certifications as needed for job assignment location (or obtain within required time frames of hire date): Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP); First Aid; Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR); and Driver training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work is sedentary work and requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body; work may also require balancing, feeling, manual dexterity, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity for data/observations, and walking.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is typically performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands.

Richland County Recreation Commission has the right to revise this position description at any time and does not represent in any way a contract of employment.