Recreation Specialist - Recreation Centers

Location
James Island Recreation Complex
Workplace
On-site
Compensation
$44k – $45k

About this role

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled.

Annual Salary:

$43,621.50 - $44,986.50

Hourly:

$22.37 - $23.07

Department:

Culture & Recreation, Recreation

Division:

Recreation Facility Operations

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

This role will coordinate activities of paid and volunteer recreation service personnel in community centers, playgrounds, and other recreation facilities.

Examples of Duties:

  • Develops and promotes recreation programs, including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, swimming, social recreation and games, and camping.
  • Adapts recreation programs to meet needs of the department and the community.
  • Introduces new program activities, equipment, and materials to staff.
  • Interprets recreation service to public and participates in community meetings and organizational planning.
  • Works with other recreation personnel to ensure that recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Two years of related experience and/or training
  • High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Valid state issued driver's license
  • CPR certification
  • First Aid certification preferred
  • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word or similar software

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certified Park and Recreation (CPRP) Professional

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]

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