JOB PURPOSE:

This is professional work involving the coordination and supervision of a variety of recreational programs and activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Activities associated with the job include assisting with the supervision of participants utilizing the recreation center, scheduling recreation staff for 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 maintaining contacts with 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a B.A. (B.S.) Degree in recreation, health, physical education, sports management or related field; considerable experience with developing and coordinating recreational programs; thorough 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.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B.
• Professional certification within the Tennessee Parks and Recreation Department as set forth by the NPRA certification guidelines.
• Professional certification in CPR, First Aid and AED for the professional rescuer required.

Please see HR for the job description and for additional information.