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Job Description
Description
Under the supervision of the Recreation Director, the purpose of the position is to develop, organize, supervise and lead community recreation activities and/or athletics programs and develop material for public consumption relative to activities of the Recreation Center, such as press releases, brochures, posters and other related community-wide communications. Administers the retail sales of resale items and coordinates Recreation Center community health screenings. Employees in this classification perform at lead staff level and are responsible for providing a safe recreational environment for community programs, youth activities and special events provided by the City. Employee works with independence and initiative within established policies and
procedures.
Duties
Supervises assigned facilities and ensures the safety and cleanliness of recreational equipment and teaching materials are maintained.
Develops, plans, organizes, implements and supervision of various programs, activities and leagues to ensure the safety, general welfare and enjoyment of the general public.
Surveys and evaluates existing programs and leagues for quality, successful community interest and program growth.
Develops material intended for community consumption relating to the activities of the Recreation Center such as, press releases, brochures, posters and other related material [Week-at-a-Glance (WAG), Month-at-a-Glance (MAG), PowerPoint (lobby), Online Program Guide]
Posts press releases to the City website and ensures their publication under Constant Contact and EZ Publish.
Administers the retail of resale items at the Recreation Center and community outreach events with the responsibility for the accounting of daily receipts. Orders and re-orders retail sales items as needed.
Performs all front desk operations and functions as assigned including the use of Rec Trac, as needed
Coordinates and develops community health screenings, outreach events and general promotional materials.
Coordinates with local businesses and agencies on community outreach and promotional opportunities such development of ads, events, etc.
Oversees the development and release of correspondence to notify community of athletics programs, community activities and special events.
Performs routine administrative and accounting duties, e.g., reviews program statistical data, generates and submits reports and documentation; maintains accounts, verifies receipts and budgetary expenditures.
Maintains and procures inventory and supplies for recreation activities and athletics programs.
Performs and directs set up and break down duties for activities and special events.
Required Education, Experience, License, Registration, and Certification Qualifications
Associate’s Degree; supplemented by three (3) years responsible experience in an organized recreation program with knowledge of various public recreation programs and activities; or an equivalent combination of training and education.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR and First Aid required.
Supplemental or Additional Information
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units
of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Benefits for full-time employeesinclude:- Health insurance and subsidy for family and spouse coverage
- Dental insurance
- Life Insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismembermentinsurance
- Retirement plan
- 457 Deferred compensation plan
- Retirement Health Savings Plan
- Roth IRA
- Vacation, medical and personal leave
- Blood donation leave program
- 10paid holidays
- Beach parking sticker at resident rate
- Reimbursementof co-pays for annual physical and cancer screenings
- Paid Family Membership to SanibelRecreation Center
- Unlimited Sanibel Causeway transponder
- Cape Coral bridges transponder, if applicable
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Sanibel
Show moreThe City of Sanibel, an environmentally sensitive, sanctuary island is located in southwest Florida, with 24 miles of shoreline, of which 11 miles are along the beautiful emerald green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Incorporated in 1974, the City has a current population of 6,591 residents, with a seasonal fluctuation around 33,000. The City of Sanibel has more than 25 miles of paved shared use paths and has earned the distinguished "Gold" designation as a Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. The average temperature on Sanibel Island is a beautiful 74 degrees.
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