Program Coordinator - Recreation
General Position Overview:
If you are an engaging, team-oriented, flexible, approachable, and socially dynamic individual looking for a challenging and rewarding work experience in recreation, we invite you to apply for this position. Under general supervision, performs administrative work in assisting in the planning and directing of the City’s recreation activities. Reports to the Deputy Director - PRT.
Job Duties
Work includes organizing sports and athletic programs and ensuring the Newberry community’s needs are met in regard to recreation. Must be comfortable working in the outdoors and have a love for sports and recreation.
Some typical job duties will include: organizing leagues and try-outs, making schedules for volunteers, purchasing and maintaining sports equipment, assisting in scheduling practice times/games times, coordinating programs and advertising, and any other duties related to maintaining the Recreation programs. The Program Coordinator will occasionally supervise part-time and volunteer staff.
Minimum Requirements, Qualifications and Experience:
· Must be out-going, energetic, creative, and demonstrate a high level of customer service and detail orientation.
· Must be able to work a flexible schedule which will include days, evenings, and weekends.
· Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation management, business, hospitality management, or related field supplemented by (9) nine to (12) twelve months of administrative experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
· Must be able to lift 50 pounds occasionally, work outside in the elements, operate various sporting equipment, as well as, general office equipment. All applicants must possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license