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SalaryThe Recreation Specialist supports the Recreation Division as assigned in the implementation, management, and evaluation of programs including but not limited to: Before and after-school Adventure Campus programs, school day off programs, spring/holiday camps, summer camps, extended care, and assigned Special Events and programs. Hours are generally 9:30 am - 6 pm year-round, however, hours will fluctuate based on Recreation Division needs. Evening, weekend and/or holiday work will apply.
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Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Recreation Management or related field, supplemented by one (1) year of experience in recreational programming.
Skills & Abilities
Experience and interest in working with youth programming, families, and children.
Strong written and verbal communication
Collaboration and adaptability
Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and efficiently attend to details.
Proven record of providing quality customer service
Ability to follow safety guidelines and exercise judgment in all aspects of responsibility.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
CPR/AED Certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire.
Valid Illinois Driver’s License
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk, and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
Specific vision abilities are required and include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; may infrequently lift and/or move objects 50 pounds or greater with staff assistance.
