Recreation Specialist - Parks & Recreation

Requirements

• Six (6) months of experience coordinating, leading, or assisting in recreational, educational, or community programs involving individuals or groups of varying ages.
• (Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
• Preferred Qualifications : (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
• Minimum six (6) months experience leading recreation activities for youth programs.
• Minimum six (6) months experience leading recreation activities for adults of all ages.
• Minimum six (6) months experience using basic computer applications/programs.
• Minimum three (3) months experience leading fitness or exercise activities.
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Job Description Summary Department - Parks & Recreation Job Description Job Type: Classified Job Classification: 5920 - Recreation Specialist Salary Grade: 2 Pay Range Hiring Range: $17.37 - $20.41 Per Hour Pay Range: $17.37 - $23.45 Per Hour Range Explanation: Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity. Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position. Looking for a fun and rewarding career? Start your recreation journey with Pima County Parks and Recreation! The Recreation Specialist leads recreational/leisure activities for groups of varying ages at recreation centers and selected sites. This classification may also coordinate the efforts of recreational staff and volunteer, seasonal and intermittent personnel. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor. Leads and coordinates recreational, special events and sports activities for participants of all ages; Maintains close liaison with the community and provides information about recreation activities; May coordinate recreation activities and special events with social activities of other agencies; Interprets and explains game rules and organizes teams in sports; Supervises the issuance, use and care of recreation supplies and equipment; Officiates informal sports and team activities; Coordinates work of assigned recreation personnel and volunteers; Ensures safety and cleanliness of recreation facilities; Guides participants and maintains discipline; Attends meetings and training sessions; May be required to collect money, prepare and make bank deposits or process payments utilizing registration software; May be required to obtain and maintain a National Fitness Certification and teach fitness classes; Uses technology for creating documents, preparing reports, maintaining records and communication.

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