Recreation Programmer - Seasonal | Athletics

City of Waco Seeks
The City of Waco seeks Seasonal Recreation Programmers for our Athletics Department and Track & Field program. Do you enjoy organizing, promoting, and coaching athletic activities and special events? Are you a team player that enjoys sports and outdoor activities? Do you enjoy working with kids and teens? This position may be for you. Apply now!

Job Summary
Under basic supervision, performs a variety of activities in support of City recreation programs for the Parks and Recreation (P&R) Department; oversees staff and assists with the coordination of individual and team sports, events, classes, special programs and recreational activities.

Qualifications
Required:

• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Associate's degree Parks & Recreation, Business, Public Administration, or a related field
• 2 years Parks & Recreation program experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Organizes, leads and promotes assigned City recreation programs, including special adult’s and children’s activities, recreation and skills classes, senior services, special events, holiday productions, community activities and sports programs; sets up recreation sites and facilities for events and scheduled programs; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Organizes recreation activities, oversees program participants and enforces rules, regulations and safety precautions at indoor and outdoor facilities; maintains discipline, monitors behavior and resolves issues.
• Oversees the use of recreation facilities, equipment and materials; monitors program activities, assists participants in recreation activities and requests supplies as needed.
• Reports and resolves complaints, requests, safety conditions, security issues and illegal activities; assures activities are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations and goals.
• Schedules recreation venues for activities and events; purchases and allocates equipment, materials, and other assets; oversees and coaches participants; verifies that equipment and facilities are maintained in clean and safe condition.
• Coordinates and promotes program activities with general public and community organizations.
• May act as sports/recreation leader, coach and referee for organized recreational activities; determines appropriateness of activities for juveniles; communicates and enforces rules, safety standards and good sportsmanship requirements.
• Monitors recreation program venues and facilities, identifies and reports conditions needing repairs.
• Evaluates programs for effectiveness and participation levels, recommends new programs and program changes; tracks services provided and monitors results; compiles operational data for reports.
• Oversees, instructs and trains staff, monitors work, develops staff skills and evaluates performance.
• Operates a City vehicle to transport program participants to and from community events or recreational activities.

Salary : $15 - $25