What are the responsibilities and job description for the ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR position at CITY OF MANCHESTER?
SUMMARY
Plans, organizes, and coordinates comprehensive public and voluntary recreation programs at Recreation Complex and parks by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Fitness Classes, Summer Day Camp, and Special Events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Studies and analyzes recreational needs and resources to produce a variety of programs for the Recreation Complex and park.
Develops short- and long-range goals and objectives with the Parks and Recreation Director.
Interprets recreation programs and their philosophy to individuals and groups through personal participation, teaching, and staff assignments.
Schedules programs and use of facilities, with coordination of other staff members and maintenance. Creates advertising for assigned recreations programs and activities.
Purchases equipment and services from outside vendors upon authorization by Recreation Director.
Establishes and maintains contact with service and equipment vendors;
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Studies and comply with all applicable government regulations and enforces facilities use rules
established by the Parks and Recreation Department.
Develops and maintains relations with other recreation providers in community.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervises part time fitness instructors, volunteers/Summer Day Camp Staff, and other part time employees assigned to supervised programs.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Page 1
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited institution in Exercise Science, Wellness, and Physical Education and two years’ experience in a Recreation of Fitness setting. AB.A. or B.S. degree in a related field may be substituted with 4 years’ experience in a Recreation or Fitness setting.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Must have excellent communication skills to instruct clearly all levels of participants in Wellness programs and activities. Written skills must include ability to instruct clearly all levels of
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MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Computer skills are a must. Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excell, and software for advertising. Basic computational skills, ability to put together a budget.
REASONING ABILITY
Must be able to work independently and make decisions. Ability to design programs and apply them to individuals and groups.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Must have a current CPR certification and AED certification. Should hold at least one national professional certification as a personal trainer, fitness instructor, or other program instructor. A valid driver’s license is also required. '
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 this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The ability to lift up to 50lbs routinely Prolonged and extensive standing/walking
Flexibility and ease of movement which includes considerable reaching, bending, kneeling, and crouching,
Maintain a healthy physical condition to allow teaching of aerobics and fitness classes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with d1sabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Subject to varying situations and locations. /
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases
May be exposed to hazardous agents, body fluids, and wastes. May be exposed to the extremes in heat and cold.
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