What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Coordinator position at City of Tukwila?
Description
The City of Tukwila is in search of a Recreation Program Coordinator who will be responsible for performing general supervision, coordinating multiple diverse programs within our core program areas of Health and Wellness, Conservation/Stewardship, Arts, Culture, and Heritage, Enrichment, Sports and Community Building and Engagement, and contributing to the effective operation of the Community Center and its associated activities.
About the City
Mission Statement
To provide superior services that support a safe, inviting, and healthy environment for our residents, businesses, and guests.
Core Values:
About the Department
The Tukwila Community Center boasts beautiful meeting rooms, classrooms and banquet facilities. The center is in a peaceful setting along the Duwamish River. It hosts several activities and resources for seniors, adults, teens, and young children. This includes fitness, recreation and wellness programs, youth programs, as well as a preschool.
Why Choose the City of Tukwila?
- Competitive salary with annual step increases.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, plus a retirement pension plan.
- Flexible work schedule, including evenings and weekends as needed.
How to Apply
Veteran’s Preference
Selection Process
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Program Planning and Development :Develop and schedule recreation programs for various demographic groups, including conducting needs assessments, hiring contracted instructors, and managing day to day program logistics and budgets.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise, recruit, evaluate, and train both permanent and seasonal staff and volunteers. Ensure high standards of customer service are maintained.
- Data Analytics and Marketing: Maintain records and create reports; promote programs through effective marketing and outreach.
- Partnerships and Community Engagement: Act as a liaison with city departments, the public, and other agencies; coordinate outreach strategies and develop community partnerships using DEI practices.
- Financial Oversight: Manage and forecast program area budgets, ensuring compliance with city and state audit requirements; actively seek additional funding through grants and sponsorships.
- Policy and Procedure Implementation: Recommend and implement policies and procedures; maintain compliance with administrative and legal standards.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Bachelor's Degree in related field and two years of increasingly responsible recreation program experience; or a combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities sufficient to perform the essential elements of the job.
- Required certifications: First Aid and CPR certification; and Valid Driver's License.
- Ability to speak a second language (Spanish, Vietnamese, Somali) is highly desirable.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, mobility, grasping, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount to force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting, most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Some positions may require greater periods of walking and/or standing.
Salary : $88,596 - $107,676