Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, the Coordinator performs various tasks as

necessary to provide recreation services to the St. George Community. Specifically responsible for providing

leadership and oversight of summer programs for youth ages 5-17and management duties assigned to

Thunder Junction and Carousel. Serves as the lead staff in charge of setting the highest standard for safety

and supervision of part time staff workers. Provides teaching and instruction for the following Safety Town,

various Nature Camps, Attraction Park Management and Special Events. Adheres to and enforces a strong

practice of risk management to ensure the safety of both students and staff.

Essential Functions (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the

following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing

of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.)

1. Provides safety and supervision for students during programs and activities, generally taking place in and

around the Nature Center & Thunder Junction.

2. Provides coaching and instruction for the Safety Town, Curiosity Club, Nature Camp, and Special

Events.

3. Adheres to and enforces a strong practice of risk management to ensure the safety of both students and

staff.

4. Oversees the work of other part time employees and volunteers during assigned shifts or tasks.

5. Assists in staff training, assignments, recruiting and interviews.

    

6. Provides customer service in person and over the phone; answering questions and/or referring customers

to appropriate staff members.

7. Responds to public inquiries providing accurate information regarding recreation programs and services.

8. Responsible for program supplies, organization, and inventory.

9. Aids in the promotion and advertising of programs and special events.

10. Distributes brochures, flyers, schedules, rosters, etc.

11. Organizes, cleans, prepares and maintains recreation facilities and equipment.

12. Works at other City programs and special events as needed.

13. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing other related duties as needed.

14. Performs money-handling duties according to City and division policies and procedures.

15. Runs job related errands.

16. Follows all city policies and procedures.

17. Performs other related duties as required.

Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions

Conditions and temperatures may vary depending on the assignment. Primarily working outdoors sometimes

in extreme hot/cold temperatures. Requires the use of vision and/or hearing to identify and evaluate

emergencies. Must be able to respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies. Requires moderately heavy

physical activity exerting 25-50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently.

Mental demands of intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

Note: Must be available to work weekends, mornings, evenings, holidays, and other schedules to help

prepare for recreation offerings. This is a full-time position with variable hours averaging 40 hour per week

over twelve months.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or College degree preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of personal experience participating/leading camps and recreation activities

required.

Minimum of 1 year professional experience coordinating, programming and leading outdoor

recreation activities required.

Minimum of 1 year Personal/Professional experience working with youth is required.

Customer service experience requir ed.

Licenses and/or Certifications:

• CPR, First Aid, AED certification required. (Must be obtained within 60 days of hire and maintained

throughout employment.)

• Food Handlers Permit Certificatio required. (Must be obtained within 60 days of hire and

maintained throughout employment.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

 

Knowledge of:

• General knowledge and practices of recreation activities such as Nature Camp & Special Events.

• General knowledge managing employees (Preferable with special needs)

• Risk Management practices and procedures.

Skills:

• Highly motivated

• Dependable

• Customer service oriented

• Relationship building

• Decision making

• Conflict Resolution

Ability to:

• Follow Directions

• Perform Physical Labor

• Be Flexible

• Work with a team

• Provide structure and leadership during program activities