Job Summary

This position is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising and conducting a wide variety of recreational activities, athletic events, operations and programs. Performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

Essential Functions

**Essential Functions:**These are intended only as Illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Plans programs and schedules facilities; prepares fee schedules and application forms.

Coordinates various indoor and outdoor recreational programs, coordinates and manages the registration process, maintains order and discipline, and issues and collects equipment.

Serves as coordinator and is responsible for tournaments for athletic programs.

Plans and conducts special events and recruits and manages volunteers.

Coordinates and is responsible for the scheduling of officials for athletic programs.

Assists in publicizing programs and activities by providing information to the media and distributing promotional material.

Recruits and selects qualified facility attendants for athletic programs & events.

Works with community groups and the general public to provide a balanced recreation program.

Maintains record system tracking activities, participation figures, scheduling, etc.

Researches and prepares written and oral reports concerning various programs and events.

Serves as coordinator and is the liaison to the county athletic associations and tennis center.

Additional Duties:

Employees in this classification may be expected to perform any related duties as required by proper authority.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of sports planning, supervision, and the rules and regulations governing various sports. Knowledge of philosophy and objectives of the Parks and Recreation Center department.

Knowledge of the progression and purpose uses and benefits of a diverse recreation program.

Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of Rockdale County as such pertains to the performance of the essential functions of the Recreation department.

Knowledge of basic accounting and budgeting skills. Knowledge of public relations, practices and principles.

Knowledge of methods and techniques of planning, organizations, motivation and promotion of agency activities.

Knowledge of principles and practices of organizing a wide variety of activities, operations and programs to include scheduling, assigning and supervising activities; methods, materials, safety precautions, and techniques for maintaining recreation facilities and grounds.

Knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the essential duties and responsibilities of the position.

Knowledge of the organization of the department, and of related departments and agencies.

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions required to perform the essential functions of the work.

Knowledge of CPR and other first aid procedures and techniques.

Knowledge of staff development techniques.

Ability to occasionally stand and walk for a minimum of four hours.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, staff, other county employees, parents, children and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, unassisted.

Agility to climb to areas of facilities as necessary to monitor young children attending events.

Sensory ability as necessary to officiate athletic events and to monitor other events for safety and conformance to rules and regulations.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office environment where work responsibilities are shared. Other work is performed in the field at various sites and facilities, both indoors and outdoors. May be exposed to varying weather conditions. Work performed in this job may place the employee at risk of occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Minimum****Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in recreation, health science or related field.

2. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in recreation program management.

3. OREquivalent combination of education and experience listed in #1 or #2 above.

4. First Aid and CPR certification required.

Preferred

1. CPRP (Certified Park and Recreation Professional Credential)