Recreation Coordinator

Salary : $66,481.61 - $95,723.85 Annually
Location : AZ 85142, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2024 - 1917
Department: Community Services
Opening Date: 01/04/2024
Closing Date: 1/21/2024 11:59 PM Arizona
Description
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.
The current vacancy is in the Youth and Adult Sports, League Partnerships and Field Allocations assignment.
The Recreation Coordinator for this assignment will plan, develop, supervise, support, and implement youth and adult sports programs. Responsibilities include: establishing and maintaining partnerships with local community organizations to enhance program offerings and provide resources, planning and organizing programs, events, and tournaments which include scheduling, facility coordination, logistics, and coordinating officials, volunteers, and staff. The successful candidate will also be responsible for managing contracts and ensuring all reservations are tracked in the Town's reservation software, managing field allocations according to the Town's reservation policies and partner tier system, enforcing league and facility rules and regulations, and coordinating sports field reservations, repairs and preparation with Park Maintenance staff.
JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Positions assigned to this class are responsible for developing, monitoring, and evaluating programs, preparing and monitoring program budgets and expenditures, and providing community education.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the entry level for Professional jobs. Typically, this is the first step in a career progression for a discipline or professional field. Demonstrates specific knowledge and follows established practices and processes. Work is designed to provide initial experience and training in an assignment requiring previous formal learning or equivalent training. Work is performed under the supervision of a more senior professional.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town's needs.

• May select, supervise, train, motivate, and evaluate personnel; may develop, coordinate, organize, and prioritize schedules and staffing requirements and monitor daily work of subordinates and the overall development of the activity/program/event.
• Develops and administers assigned recreation program;
• Develops and administers contracts and agreements related to activities, services, and/or programs.
• Administers Town partnership contracts.
• Coordinates sponsorship programs, including marketing/promotion agreements.
• Assists with the processing and reporting of accidents or injuries.
• Develops and analyzes program budgets and monitors expenditures.
• Maintains detailed statistical, financial and activity records related to activities and/or program; prepares activity/program evaluations, status and written reports; creates and distributes reports including incident reports.
• Orders supplies and equipment as needed; recommends maintenance or repair of equipment or facilities as appropriate.
• Plans, organizes, monitors and supervises activities/programs/events/committees.
• Maintains and administers the Recreation Division web pages, social media pages, and/or software systems.
• Analyzes systems, procedures, and reports to identify issues, efficiencies, upgrades and/or updates, including troubleshooting with vendors and other Town departments for solutions.
• Submits ideas and suggestions relevant to improvements in recreation planning, programming and operations.
• Markets and promotes programs/events, provides program information to websites, media venues, and community groups; and maintains mailing lists; prepares promotional program information for distribution.
• Maintains flexibility to accommodate recreation program activities or emergencies that include working evenings, weekends, holidays, and on call hours.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Education, Recreation, Leisure Studies, or a related filed and 2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• First Aid;
• CPR/AED;
• Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry.

KNOWLEDGE

• Supervisory principles and practices;
• Principles and practices of municipal recreation including use of specific equipment and techniques necessary to successfully conduct a program;
• Inventory management principles;
• Marketing and promotional principles and techniques;
• Contract administration principles and practices;
• Budget management methods and techniques;
• Customer service principles.

SKILLS

• Planning, organizing, and problem solving;
• Preparing and presenting oral and written communications;
• Marketing and promoting programs;
• Developing and monitoring program budgets;
• Maintaining program inventory and supplies;
• Administering web pages;
• Coordinating program sponsorships;
• Administering contracts;
• Developing, implementing and evaluation community recreational programming;
• Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Supplemental Information
OVERALL PHYSICAL STRENGTH DEMANDS:
Physical Strength for this classification is indicated below with an "X"
Sedentary: Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time.
X
Light: Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally, 10 lbs. frequently, or negligible amounts constantly OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree.
Medium: Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Heavy: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly.
Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
C
F
O
R
N
Continuously
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
2/3 or more time
1/3 to 2/3 of time
Up to 1/3 time
< 1 hour per week
Never occurs
Note: This is intended as a description of the way the job is currently performed. It does not address the potential for accommodation.
Physical Demand
Brief Description
C
F
O
R
N
Standing
Communicating with co-workers, observing work site, observing work duties
X
Sitting
Desk work
X
Walking
To other departments/offices/office equipment
X
Lifting
Supplies, files
X
Carrying
Supplies, files
X
Pushing/Pulling
File draws, tables and chairs
X
Reaching
For supplies, for files
X
Handling
Paperwork
X
Fine Dexterity
Computer keyboard, telephone pad, calculator, calibrating equipment
X
Kneeling
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground
X
Crouching
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground
X
Crawling
Under equipment
X
Bending
Filing in lower drawers, retrieving items from lower shelves/ground
X
Twisting
From computer to telephone, getting inside vehicles
X
Climbing
Stairs, step stool
X
Balancing
On step stool
X
Vision
Reading, computer screen, driving
X
Hearing
Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone, listening to equipment
X
Talking
Communicating with co-workers and public and on telephone
X
Foot Controls
Driving
X
Other (Specify)
MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE:
Insert
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
D
W
M
S
N
Daily
Several Times Per Week
Several Times Per Month
Seasonally
Never
Health & Safety Factors
D
W
M
S
N
Health & Safety Factors
D
W
M
S
N
Mechanical Hazards
X
Respiratory Hazards
X
Chemical Hazards
X
Extreme Temperatures
X
Electrical Hazards
X
Noise and Vibration
X
Fire Hazards
X
Wetness/Humidity
X
Explosives
X
Physical Hazards
X
Communicable Diseases
X
Physical Danger or Abuse
X
Other (Specify Below
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIRED:
Insert
NON-PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
C
F
O
R
N
Continuously
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
2/3 or more time
1/3 to 2/3 of time
Up to 1/3 time
< 1 hour per week
Never occurs
Description of Non-Physical Demands
C
F
O
R
N
Time Pressure
X
Emergency Situation
X
Frequent Change of Tasks
X
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
X
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
X
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
X
Tedious or Exacting Work
X
Noisy/Distracting Environment
X
Other (Specify Below)
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION:
Office Environment
Warehouse
Shop
X
Recreation/Neighborhood Center
X
Vehicle
X
Outdoors
Combination of Office, Vehicle and Field/Outdoors
Other (Specify Below)
The following is a list of employment benefits offered by the Town of Queen Creek to full-time employees. The list is for informational purposes only. It does not create or connote any contractual rights or obligations. Additional details will be provided upon hire and are available in the Town of Queen Creek Employee Handbook.
Major Benefits for Full-Time Employees
(Employees choose the benefits that best meet their needs.)

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pre-tax unreimbursed medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Arizona State Retirement System membership
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance for the employee
• Town-paid basic life insurance
• Optional employee-paid employee and dependent supplemental life insurance
• Commuter life insurance for business travel and travel to and from work
• Deferred compensation plan (457) with employer match
• Retirement Health Savings Account
• Optional enrollment in LifeLock Identity Protection Program
• Paid holidays, plus one floating holiday annually
• Vacation leave hours annually
• Optional income replacement insurance
• Worker's compensation insurance
• Employee assistance program; offers confidential individual/family, marriage, legal and financial counseling
• Training opportunities and continuing education opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for pre-approved programs
• Direct deposit of paychecks
• Wellness Programs with incentives

01
Each applicant must complete the supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. When answering supplemental questions, the information you provide must be substantiated within the application. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

02
Please select your highest level of completed education:

• High School or GED
• Associate's or Vocational Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or higher

03
If you checked Associate's Degree or higher, please list your major (and minor, if applicable) for all post-secondary degrees you possess. If none, write "N/A."
04
How many years of experience do you have in developing, monitoring, and evaluating recreation programs?

• No experience
• Some but less than 1 year
• 1 year but less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

05
Please describe in detail the experience you have in developing and implementing sports programs for youth and adults. If you do not have experience in this area, please describe any relevant experience you have that would make you an id...