Assistant Recreation Coordinator - Recreation Center

Assistant Recreation Coordinator - Recreation Center

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A typical day in this position is a assisting the Recreation Coordinator and Supervisor with scheduling, communication, and daily operations. Overseeing part-time staff, handling administrative tasks, and helping ensure the Recreation Center runs smoothly.

Class Summary

Assigned to:
Casper Recreation Center

This position is a great chance to build leadership and administrative experience in a fun, community-focused environment. Every day is different, and you’ll directly impact the success of programs and staff.

We’re looking for organized, mature, and positive individuals who communicate well and can take initiative in a busy setting.

Non-Full-Time Position

Incumbents are responsible for coordinating programs within the Recreation Division.

Reporting Structure

Receives direct supervision from higher-level supervisory and management staff.

Typical Class Essential Duties

• Leads staff to include: assigning work; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring employees follow policies and procedures; and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.
• Assists with scheduling recreational staff according to program needs; coordinates facility and program schedules; opens and closes facilities used in recreation programs.
• Provides administrative assistance and supervision of program areas such as adventure camps, concessions, sports, or aquatic classes. Monitors compliance and enforces program rules as appropriate.
• Assists in setting up facility equipment for games and leagues, including volleyball nets, basketball hoops, softball equipment, and raising/lowering curtains, to support the operation of game day and game night activities for sports leagues.
• Assists with purchasing program materials and supplies as needed.
• Assists with developing marketing materials such as brochures, newsletters, and markets recreational programs for the community.
• Assists with administrative tasks associated with the coordination of an assigned program.
• Receives and verifies payments; operates a cash register; processes and maintains related records to reconcile accounts receivable tasks.
• Provides general customer service and communicates with the public regarding fees, policies, rules and general information about the facility or program.
• Represents the City of Casper by responding to the public, citizens, its employees, and others in a prompt, professional, and courteous manner while continuously maintaining a positive customer service demeanor.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge (position requirements at entry)

• Basic education and practical training in sports, fitness, games, and recreational activities for children and adults.
• Basic principles and practices of planning and implementing recreation programs.
• Customer service principles.
• Basic principles of leading and training staff.
• Basic math and balancing accounts.
• Modern office procedures, methods and use of technological equipment including database management and use of software applications.

Abilities (position requirements at entry)

• Routinely demonstrate the City of Casper core values.
• Work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Lead lower-level staff.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Interpret and explain Recreation Center policies and procedures.
• Learn how to correctly set up volleyball nets, raise and lower basketball hoops, and adjust curtains to ensure safety and proper alignment.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Operate modern office equipment, software, and operating systems/applications.
• Interpret, follow, explain, and apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Follow all City safety procedures and report all accidents/incidents immediately to a supervisor.

Skills (position requirements at entry)

• Working enthusiastically with groups of children and adults.
• Prioritizing and assigning tasks.
• Developing and implementing recreational programs.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Collecting and counting cash.
• Operating in a courteous, knowledgeable, and tactful manner with customers, staff, and the general public.
• Using computers and related software applications.
• Oral and written communication sufficient to exchange or convey information and to provide and receive work direction.

Training, Experience & Certifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
• Minimum one (1) year of experience planning and/or implementing a recreation program preferred.

Licensing and Certifications

• Possession of a valid Wyoming driver’s license preferred.

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