Recreation Specialist - Programs

Performs intermediate paraprofessional work assisting customers with their fitness program. Work is performed under regular supervision. Respond to phone calls, emails, and assists walk-ins with department information
Provides information/details for park and facility use
Reserves facilities, processes facility use permits, and activity registrations
Processes reservations, enrollments and payments Follows standards in the collection, processing and depositing of payments
Assists in planning, developing, and/or implementing programs, activities or special events
Assists in providing direction and oversight to volunteers and daily operations of the parks Performs routine inspections and refers issues for follow up
Assists with seasonal and summer camp programs. Provides set up and general clean up
Builds relationships with customers
Serves on committees and teams
Organizes, implements, instructs, and supervises recreation programs, activities at recreational facilities.
Provides general supervision of the recreation center; enforce rules and regulations; prepare class schedules.
Plans and implements daily recreational activities for program participants of various ages.
Handles member problems and questions.
Prepares promotional material for advertising recreation activities or programs; contact community to create public awareness.
Registers participants and collect fees for class registration and facility rentals.
Cleans up all equipment and fitness center.
Wipes each machine off continually throughout each shift
Maintains and promotes a clean, uplifting environment for member to enjoy; ensure safety of facilities.
Reports any maintenance problems.
Performs related tasks as required

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise subordinates as needed. General knowledge of the principles, rules, materials, and equipment required for a fitness program.
Knowledge of first aid practices and techniques.
Ability to understand written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships
Knowledge of all publications in related subject areas
Knowledge of related reference materials
Ability to work independently.
Ability to instruct participants and adhere to program standards and objectives.
Ability to meet and deal tactfully with the public.
Ability to follow written and oral directions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university preferred; two years of customer service experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities and other competencies necessary for the position

Licenses, Certifications, Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate drivers license valid in the State of Florida.
Possession of Fitness Instructor certificate.
Preferred Possession of CPR and First Aid certificates

Physical and Mental Demands:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, as established in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Essential Physical Skills:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Mental Demands:
Required to use written and oral communication skills
Read and interpret data, information, and documents
Work under deadlines with constant interruptions Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job.
This job involves inside and outside work and is exposed to all weather conditions.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Performs other related duties as assigned.

All City of Bartow employees are considered EOC essential in times of emergency. An e-role will be provided to each employee when an emergency is declared.

As a City of Bartow employee, you are a public servant of a local entity and are responsible to adhere to the Florida State Statute governing the Code of Ethics for Public Officers and Employees Florida State Statute Chapter 112. Additionally, all Bartow employees are subject to Chapter 119 of the Florida State Statutes which governs public records.