The City of New Albany, Indiana is seeking an energetic applicant who enjoys serving the general public and delivering quality recreational programs. This part-time position is responsible for coordinating quality recreational and leisure programs and activities as well as special events and assisting in providing services to the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of overall parks and recreation programs, including but not limited to: • Practice and concessions camps • Sports leagues • Enrichment programs • Field trips • Special events
• Address public questions and concerns regarding recreation program offerings and related issues.
• Promote collaborative efforts with community organizations.
• Instruct and lead recreation programs and activities as required.
• Maintain a safe recreational environment for participants.
• Coordinate use of program area facilities in accordance with facility use agreements and/or regulations.
• File necessary permits, forms, and register public and schedule reservations as needed.
• Assist in taking calls and tactfully answer requests, screen calls, and answer questions and complaints as required.
• Provide general information.
• Attend City and industry-related meetings as required.
• Functions as a contributing member of the departments team and other teams as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Standards of Performance:
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to professionally and efficiently correspond with external and internal clients and vendors via phone, email, and written correspondence.
• Excellent attention to detail in an environment with rapidly changing data.
• Interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor, and trust both internally and outside of the Company.
• Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reports.
• Maintenance of City information in a confidential manner.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles, theories, and techniques of recreation programs in assigned program area.
• Ability to use independent judgment and take initiative.
Mental and Physical Requirements:
• Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Working Environment and Conditions:
• This position involves working within an indoor office environment around general office equipment, including computers and workstations, as well as outdoor venues such as ballparks.
• This position may require working non-traditional hours, including predominantly evenings and weekends, and doing so in inclement weather.
Education, Experience, and Training:
• High school graduation or equivalency.
• 2-year college degree preferred and/or 2 years of recreation experience.
• Skilled in the use of computers, including word processing and social media marketing.
• Must have a valid Indiana Drivers License.
• Current certification in CPR/AED and First Aid is preferred.
Equipment and Tools:
• Computer and peripherals.
• Recreational equipment.