What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Specialist - Nature Program Specialist position at City of Pearland, Texas?
City of Pearland, TX
Title: Recreation Specialist (Nature Program Specialist)
Class Code: 142
This Class Description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and an employee and the statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required of personnel so classified in this position. The position description is subject to change by the City as the needs of the city and requirements of the position change.
General Description
The Recreation Specialist - Nature Program Specialist within the City of Pearland will implement nature-based educational and recreational programs, classes, activities, and events to connect the community to our natural environment.
This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Duties And Responsibilities
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Essential Functions
Develops, implements, and delivers nature-based programs and activities.
Conducts educational programming to include community outreach, leading field trips, workshops, presentations, and classes, primarily at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center.
Leads outdoor nature-based recreation activities (ex: kayaking).
Plan, organize, schedule, and evaluate programs and activities.
Assist in planning and operating nature-based summer camp at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center.
Research new nature programs and outdoor recreation activities.
Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, and other professional volunteer agencies to coordinate events, training, and opportunities.
Creates and maintains working relationships with local businesses, vendors and other organizations throughout the year.
Additional Duties
Ensures safety of participants during events by inspecting site before/during and maintaining active CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.
Ensures that staff and contract instructors and participants know and follow safety and educational procedures during programs, classes and general facility use.
Oversee programs progression to determine success.
Monitors facilities, parks and all equipment periodically to ensure all parts are accounted for and in working order; manages inventory of natural resources through spreadsheets and Pearland's GIS collection software.
Creates marketing pieces to promote and advertise programs and events.
Recruits, hires and evaluates contract instructors and determine class schedules and fees.
Assist in educational animal care and maintenance.
Performs related work as assigned.
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.
The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Requires an associate's degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college in recreation or closely related field.
Requires one year recreation management or closely related experience.
Special Certifications And Licenses
First Aid and CPR
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance
The City of Pearland, TX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires the City of Pearland, TX to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Organization-wide Employee Responsibilities
All City of Pearland employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the City of Pearland's Ethics and Conflict of Interest policies.
All employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
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Title: Recreation Specialist (Nature Program Specialist)
Class Code: 142
This Class Description does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and an employee and the statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required of personnel so classified in this position. The position description is subject to change by the City as the needs of the city and requirements of the position change.
General Description
The Recreation Specialist - Nature Program Specialist within the City of Pearland will implement nature-based educational and recreational programs, classes, activities, and events to connect the community to our natural environment.
This job works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
Duties And Responsibilities
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Essential Functions
Develops, implements, and delivers nature-based programs and activities.
Conducts educational programming to include community outreach, leading field trips, workshops, presentations, and classes, primarily at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center.
Leads outdoor nature-based recreation activities (ex: kayaking).
Plan, organize, schedule, and evaluate programs and activities.
Assist in planning and operating nature-based summer camp at the Delores Fenwick Nature Center.
Research new nature programs and outdoor recreation activities.
Meet and collaborate with agency personnel, community organizations, and other professional volunteer agencies to coordinate events, training, and opportunities.
Creates and maintains working relationships with local businesses, vendors and other organizations throughout the year.
Additional Duties
Ensures safety of participants during events by inspecting site before/during and maintaining active CPR/First Aid/AED certifications.
Ensures that staff and contract instructors and participants know and follow safety and educational procedures during programs, classes and general facility use.
Oversee programs progression to determine success.
Monitors facilities, parks and all equipment periodically to ensure all parts are accounted for and in working order; manages inventory of natural resources through spreadsheets and Pearland's GIS collection software.
Creates marketing pieces to promote and advertise programs and events.
Recruits, hires and evaluates contract instructors and determine class schedules and fees.
Assist in educational animal care and maintenance.
Performs related work as assigned.
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill, adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers, hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.
The preferred way to obtain the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. The City reserves the right to allow substitutions in the event that a candidate or incumbent exceeds requirements in one area but may be deficient in another.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Requires an associate's degree or specialized courses/training equivalent to satisfactory completion of two years of college in recreation or closely related field.
Requires one year recreation management or closely related experience.
Special Certifications And Licenses
First Aid and CPR
Americans With Disabilities Act Compliance
The City of Pearland, TX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires the City of Pearland, TX to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
Organization-wide Employee Responsibilities
All City of Pearland employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the City of Pearland's Ethics and Conflict of Interest policies.
All employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
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