Nature of Work

This is responsible work assisting with the coordination and supervision of a variety of

recreational programs and activities. Activities associated with the job include assisting

with the supervision of participants utilizing the recreation center, assisting with special

events and programs, preparing centers for workshops, classes and special events and

coordinating league play, summer camp programs and playground activities. Additional

activities include assisting with the following: contacting community groups and

organizations, performing public relations activities, preparing reports of scheduled and

completed activities and preparing and maintaining program information, schedules,

rosters, files, and records. Job responsibilities require experience in recreation planning,

programming and operations, organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills

and knowledge of the health and safety regulations governing public recreation facilities.

Job performance is evaluated by the Recreation Center Manager through review of the

quality of work in recreational programming, organizational, interpersonal, and decisionmaking

skills, knowledge of sports and recreation programming and participants’

adherence to recreation center policies and procedures.

Illustrative Examples of Work

-Assist with planning, coordinating, and supervising recreational activities and programs

occurring in the recreation center and surrounding recreational fields.

-Assists with planning and coordinating special events and activities including the senior

games, dance competitions, day camps, etc.

-Assists with supervising participants utilizing recreation center facilities; enforces center

policies and always maintains order.

-Assists with preparing centers for workshops, classes and special events and ensures the

proper coordination of staff and space to accommodate all activities.

-Assists with supervising aquatic classes and swimming activities for various age groups

when necessary.

-Assists with inspection of equipment to ensure it is in proper working order, issues

equipment to individuals and groups and assists with maintaining an accurate and up to

date inventory of all supplies and equipment.

-Assists with developing and coordinating programs, assists participants in proper athletic

training and assists with the recruitment of temporary workers and volunteers.

-Assists with the preparation of press releases, calendars, and newsletters to advertise and

promote recreation center events and activities.

-Assists with interacting with local and regional community groups and organizations to

effectively coordinate recreational programs and activities.

-Assists with preparing and maintaining recreation center files and records.

-Performs related duties as required.

Necessary Requirements of Work

Knowledge of aquatics, bowling, table games and indoor and outdoor athletics including

related rules and regulations; strong organizational, interpersonal and decision-making

skills; knowledge of health and safety regulations governing recreational facilities; or any

equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the following knowledge,

abilities and skills:

-Knowledge of recreational programming techniques and practices including field sports,

aquatics, bowling, table games, etc.

-Knowledge of exercise physiology including aerobics, strength training, cardiovascular

exercises, etc.

-Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing a wide variety of athletic games and

activities, league play, field dimensions, etc.

-Knowledge of Tennessee Parks and Recreation Department guidelines.

-Thorough knowledge of the use of universal precautions required for dealing with blood

borne pathogens.

-Knowledge of health regulations, building and fire codes and occupancy standards for a

municipal recreation center.

-Ability to maintain recreation center files, records, and related documentation in an

organized and accessible manner.

-Ability to uphold policies and procedures to ensure the safety and security of individuals

participating in recreational activities.

-Ability to interact with local officials, co-workers, vendors, constituents, and the public

in a professional and courteous manner.

-Ability to effectively plan and organize a variety of recreational activities, programs, and

special events.

-Ability to prepare creative and attractive calendars, press releases and other promotional

materials to advertise and promote recreation center programs and activities.

-Ability to assist program participants in various athletic, training, and recreational

activities.

-Skill in the use of athletic equipment, exercise machines, etc.

Physical Requirements

This is light work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to

10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move

objects and some medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally,

up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move

objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, standing,

walking, pulling, pushing, lifting, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is

required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word;

hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required

for peripheral vision, preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operation of

machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and

thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is

subject to inside environmental conditions, extreme heat, noise, hazards and atmospheric

conditions. The worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and may be required

to wear specialized protective equipment.

Necessary Special Requirements

- Ability to attain professional certification within the Tennessee Parks and Recreation

Department as set forth by the NPRA certification guidelines.

-Professional certification in Lifeguard, CPR, First Aid and AED for the professional

rescuer required.

-Ability to obtain a class B CDL, with passenger endorsement.

Gatlinburg Tennessee

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