Recreation Coordinator - Galveston, United States - City of Galveston

City of Galveston
City of Galveston
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Galveston, United States

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About Us:

Galveston plays host to over seven million visitors a year.

They are attracted to the same features that brought visitors 100 years ago - the Island's natural beauty, first-class hotels and restaurants, the arts, cultural activities and recreational attractions.

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Location:
Technical, Galveston, TX

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Department: Parks & Recreation

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Job Status: Full-Time

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Rate of Pay: $45,657 - $68,486
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Status: Open Until FilledUnder general supervision, plans and implements adult and youth programs; oversees other recreation programs and facilities.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

_Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.

Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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  • Performs program coordination; assists and implements adult and youth activities.
  • Register new members; prints membership cards; makes facility reservations; answers phone calls regarding recreation programs and services.
  • Performs customer service; answers questions; conducts facility tours; provides assistance regarding the use of facility equipment; responds to complaints from participants.
  • Provides work direction and training to seasonal and parttime staff.
  • Performs marketing; creates flyers to promote programs and services; advises the public regarding program/service changes or closures.
  • Performs general office duties, including filing, copying and reports preparation.
  • Assists with overseeing functions of the pocket park; ensures transactions are conducted in accordance with established policies.
  • Conducts general cleaning of the facility.
  • Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of workrelated issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
- _Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency._


KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:


Knowledge:


  • City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Principles and practices of recreational programing and promotion.
  • Fitness equipment use.
  • City codes and ordinances.

Skill in:


  • Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
  • Providing efficient customer service.
  • Explaining City policies and procedures.
  • Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
  • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


Associate Degree in Recreation Administration or a closely related field; AND two years' experience in recreation operations; OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience.


LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:

Possession of a valid Texas Driver's license.

CPR.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed primarily in an indoor work environment with some exposure to an outdoor work environment. May be exposed to extreme weather conditions. May be required to climb ladders.
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