Description

JOB EXPECTATIONS:

1. Demonstrates effective organizational, problem solving and

conflict resolution skills

2. Demonstrates punctuality and good attendance

3. Complies with all safety policies, practices and procedures, 

including proper use of equipment

4. Reports all unsafe conditions/activities to supervisor, Human Resources or 

Risk Management.

5. Demonstrates aptitude and interest for the work to be performed

6. Follows appropriate District policies and procedures

7. Meets deadlines

8. Demonstrates confidentiality as related to job

9. Develops and maintains professional working relations with other 

District employees

10. Demonstrates effective communication skills both verbally and in writing

11. Completes work independently without close supervision

12. Works flexible hours including evenings and weekends as assigned

13. Establishes and maintains positive rapport with students, parents, staff, and patron

14. Continual compliance with regulations, rules or statutes related to Colorado State Board of Education Rules and Regulations, Colorado Department of Education and Colorado State Law

JOB SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to plan, coordinate, and implement sports 

programs and special

2. Demonstrates the ability to develop, market and supervise successful 

program opportunities for the community

3. Demonstrates ability to work with other organizations for program development

4. Demonstrates knowledge of a wide range of youth and adult programs to meet the 

needs of participants and provides efficient use of

District facilities

5. Demonstrates skill and ability in developing program manuals and other 

documents related to programs

6. Demonstrates the ability to hire, train and supervise program staff and 

volunteers

7. Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks, with attention to detail 

and limited supervision

8. Demonstrates knowledge of inventory, ordering, maintenance, and 

accountability for all program related materials and supplies

9. Demonstrates knowledge of office procedures, methods, and equipment, 

including computers and applicable technology 

10. Demonstrates ability to evaluate effectiveness of programs and services, modifying 

as needed

11. Demonstrates ability to resolve interpersonal conflicts

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Develops, coordinates, and implements sports programs in accordance with 

community needs under the direction of the Director of Parks and Recreation

2. Schedules, organizes, and directs programs

3. Screens, interviews, and recommends hiring of program staff

4. Coordinates programs with outside groups and agencies on-site and in 

surrounding communities

5. Produces manuals, rules and regulations, program, and instructional guides, and 

other appropriate communications related to effective community recreation 

programs

6. Accounts for purchase and inventory of equipment and fee receipts

7. Enforces health and safety requirements related to programs and facilities

8. Develops and maintains positive public relations, advertising, and promotion of 

Parks and Recreation programs

9. Attends meetings, trainings, and other related events as assigned by the 

Director of Community Education and Recreation Services

10. Coordinates assigned programs and special events as assigned by the Director of 

Parks and Recreation Services

11. Assumes responsibility for timecards of assigned part-time employees

12. Works with other recreation specialists to meet community needs in all 

program areas

13. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with co-workers, and interact with colleagues in a professional manner

14. Provides continuous program evaluation to improve and enhance program quality

15. Establishes schedules and conducts program staff training

16. Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, collaborate with co-workers, and interact with colleagues in a professional manner

17. Models an effective understanding and respect for diversity and inclusion

18. Incorporates legal rights and due process for children with special needs

19. Demonstrates a positive attitude toward change

20. Performs such other tasks as may, from time to time, be assigned

Requirements

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

1. Bachelor’s degree in recreation or related field

Experience:

1. Management of youth and/or adult recreation experience preferred

Certificates/Licenses:

1. Current Colorado driver’s license

2. Certification in first aid and CPR