Recreation Specialist

Job Information

Opening Date/Time: 02/10/2026 12:00 AM Central Time

Closing Date/Time: 02/23/2026 11:59 PM Central Time

Salary (Monthly): $2,869.00 - $3,614.00

Salary (Annually): $34,428.00 - $43,368.00

Job Type: Full-Time

City, State

Location:

Pikeville Department of Correction

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, BLEDSOE COUNTY CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX, BLEDSOE COUNTY

This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.

A Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment.

This position requires a pre-employment drug screen.

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation or related field and experience equivalent to two years of full-time responsible professional recreation work.

Substitution of Education for

Experience:

Additional graduate coursework in recreation or closely related field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of two years.

Substitution of Experience for

Education:

Qualifying full-time professional or paraprofessional experience in recreation work, or full-time work as a Recreation Assistant in a State Institution or Facility may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years.

Necessary Special

Qualifications:

A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.

Under general supervision, the employee is responsible for professional recreation work of considerable difficulty and performs related work as required. An employee in this class plans and develops recreational and special event programs for the parks within a region or acts as chief recreator for a correctional facility. This class differs from Recreational Specialist 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for more routine work.

• Develops recreation unit objectives and plans for staff development and performance improvement. Supports mission‑critical decisions made by upper management.
• Recommends changes and improvements in processes and procedures for recreational work activities to improve operational performance. May be asked for recommendations related to recreation unit staffing and organization.
• Effectively communicates with other staff and supervisors concerning events, activities, and policies to promote effective completion of work tasks. May coordinate with outside organizations related to recreational programs and activities as required.
• Interprets policies and processes for subordinate staff and explains requirements for recreational activities. Provides guidance and coaching to assigned staff.
• Promotes team building and cooperation with team members to promote an effective and productive work environment.
• Schedules daily and weekly unit activities and staff work schedules for recreation programs. Coordinates the workloads and activities of staff under their supervision.
• Monitors the procurement, security, and use of recreational materials and supplies including checking for serviceability and safety as required. Processes user surveys for future program planning and development.
• Attends annual and special training to improve job proficiency and performance.

• Plans and Aligns
• Directs Work
• Resourcefulness
• Instills Trust
• Manages Complexity

• Administration and Management
• Public Safety and Security
• Clerical
• Education and Training

• Coordination
• Critical Thinking
• Speaking
• Instructing
• Judgment and Decision Making

• Problem Sensitivity
• Written Comprehension
• Speech Clarity

• Personal Computer
• Telephone
• First Aid Kits
• Recreational Art Supplies
• Sports Equipment