Community Center Specialist - Dr. John Bryant

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INTRODUCTION:
The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department mission: to preserve our parks and open spaces and provide essential recreational programs and cultural services in a safe, professional, and friendly manner. The department manages parks totaling over 1,100 acres, 5 community centers, and many other facilities to provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities.

POSITION PURPOSE:
Under the direction of the Community Center Recreation Supervisor/Director, this individual will assist in providing and overseeing recreational activities for citizens of all ages, as well as day-to-day building operations. This includes engaging participants in a wide range of programs and managing activities across multiple spaces such as gymnasiums, game rooms, art rooms, ceramics studios, and music rooms.ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supervise and monitor assigned areas within the community center, including gyms, art rooms, ceramics studios, music rooms, game rooms, and other activity spaces.
• Plan, organize, and implement center activities for diverse age groups.
• Assist with the development and coordination of youth, adult, and senior programming in various program areas.
• Supervise and engage participants in activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment.
• Supervise and counsel youth – limited to scope of training.
• Provide support during special events and field trips as assigned.
• Use of computers and office technology to complete routine administrative and operational tasks.
• Any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values. 

ASSOCIATED DUTIES:

• Maintain and organize equipment and supplies for multiple program areas, reporting needed repairs promptly.
• Open, close, and secure the community center as scheduled.
• Maintain accurate attendance and program participation records.
• Promote and maintain safety within the facility, responding appropriately to incidents and emergencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned work areas. 
• Exposure to heat and cold elements while working with the public indoors and outdoors. 
• Exposure to odors from cleaning products, floor strippers and waxes.
• Exposure to moving objects such as recreation equipment may occur.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Reliable transportation to travel between community center locations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working with youth, teens, adults, and seniors in a recreation or community-based setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to facilitate a variety of programs, including arts, sports, music, games, and educational activities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to resolve conflict in a professional, polite, and equitable manner.
• Flexibility to work at any of the five community centers located throughout the City of Racine, as assigned.
• A demonstrated history of excellent work attendance.
• Ability to operate a computer and use basic software applications, including email and word processing programs, with a willingness to learn new technology and systems as needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION:

• Some extended day, evening, and weekend hours are required.
• Possible exposure to extreme elements of heat and cold.
• Ability to manage stressful situations when working with the public.
• Walking, sitting, standing, talking, hearing, reaching, carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, writing, driving, grasping, bending, twisting.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Copy machine, telephone, postage meter, computer, fax machine, van and automobile, scissors and miscellaneous office equipment, cell phones, walkie-talkie, scoreboards, and additional activity/program-based equipment.

This job description is intended to identify essential duties and also illustrates other types of duties that may be assigned. It should not be interpreted as describing all of the duties that will be required of an employee or be used to limit the nature and extent of assignments that an individual is required to perform. In addition to the responsibilities and duties listed, it is expected that employees maintain a consistent and reliable attendance record. Job descriptions are subject to revision at any time at the discretion of the City of Racine.


The City of Racine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer