What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Specialist - Therapeutic position at City of Irving?
Job Posting
The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering a variety of recreation center classes, activities, and programs. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on developing inclusive social, emotional, and physical programming, including events and trips designed specifically for adults with disabilities. Duties also include supporting and collaborating with Special Olympics programming and initiatives. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Adaptive Recreation, or a related field, along with at least one year of relevant experience and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license required. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is beneficial. Work hours will vary and include evenings and weekends. Applicants must submit a résumé at the time of application.
PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $23.10 - $32.56 PER HOUR
Full Job Description
The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles.
Culture
The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is committed offering a welcoming environment to members, visitors and guests, and offers a variety of innovative programs to the community. There is a senior center, gazebos that can be reserved, picnic shelters, and buildings available for club and private use. Seasonal pools and two year-round indoor aquatic facilities also provide numerous opportunities for fitness and fun!
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and also participates in TMRS. More information can be found online at https://irvingtx.gov/index.php?section=hr-employment-benefits.
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Available Days and Hours - For each day of the week, Sunday through Saturday, please provide information about hours you would be available to work for this position (e.g., 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.) PLEASE NOTE: This is for informational purposes only, not a schedule request.
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Experience: Parks & Recreation Customers A - With which group(s) do you have previous work experience?
Experience: Parks & Recreation Customers B - Please briefly provide specifics about your prior experience, if applicable.
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Parks Customer Group Preference - Of those below, is there a group of parks customers with whom you prefer to interact during your work?
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If you are bilingual, please indicate which languages and if you have the ability to read, write and/or speak those languages. If you are not, please enter N/A.
The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering a variety of recreation center classes, activities, and programs. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on developing inclusive social, emotional, and physical programming, including events and trips designed specifically for adults with disabilities. Duties also include supporting and collaborating with Special Olympics programming and initiatives. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Adaptive Recreation, or a related field, along with at least one year of relevant experience and a valid Class C Texas driver’s license required. Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is beneficial. Work hours will vary and include evenings and weekends. Applicants must submit a résumé at the time of application.
PAY GRADE GG15 / FULL PAY RANGE $23.10 - $32.56 PER HOUR
Full Job Description
The full job description for this position and all other City of Irving job classifications are available online. Click here to access the list of job titles.
Culture
The City of Irving Parks and Recreation Department is committed offering a welcoming environment to members, visitors and guests, and offers a variety of innovative programs to the community. There is a senior center, gazebos that can be reserved, picnic shelters, and buildings available for club and private use. Seasonal pools and two year-round indoor aquatic facilities also provide numerous opportunities for fitness and fun!
The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.
For full-time employees, the City of Irving offers competitive health benefits and also participates in TMRS. More information can be found online at https://irvingtx.gov/index.php?section=hr-employment-benefits.
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Available Days and Hours - For each day of the week, Sunday through Saturday, please provide information about hours you would be available to work for this position (e.g., 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.) PLEASE NOTE: This is for informational purposes only, not a schedule request.
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Experience: Parks & Recreation Customers A - With which group(s) do you have previous work experience?
- Children
- Special needs citizens
- Senior citizens
- Teenagers
- None of the above
Experience: Parks & Recreation Customers B - Please briefly provide specifics about your prior experience, if applicable.
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Parks Customer Group Preference - Of those below, is there a group of parks customers with whom you prefer to interact during your work?
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If you are bilingual, please indicate which languages and if you have the ability to read, write and/or speak those languages. If you are not, please enter N/A.
- Required Question
Salary : $23 - $33