Recreation Coordinator
City of Port Huron
Port Huron
RECREATION COORDINATOR
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To plan and supervise municipal recreation programming, supervise and train part-time personnel, coordinate activities and to perform any related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is performed under the direction of the Recreation Department Supervisor and the Director of Parks & Recreation.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Supervision is exercised over, seasonal and part-time personnel.
TYPICAL EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)
- Plan and coordinate municipal recreation programming.
- Train and supervise the work of recreation programmers, leaders and others engaged in recreation program activities.
- Demonstrate techniques and lead a variety of recreation activities.
- Supervise and coordinate activities at recreation centers, playgrounds, athletic fields, parks, and pools.
- Provide information and answer, in a timely manner, any correspondence to promote the use of recreation facilities and programs.
- Provide needed information to Marketing for promotion of summer, fall and winter programs.
- Coordinate municipal program activities with civic groups and organizations.
- Prepare staff and program schedules.
- Actively seek out funding for programs through grants, sponsorships, collaborations and donations.
- Represent the organization by joining focus groups, committees, and community organizations.
- Assist in forecasting future recreation program needs.
- Recruit and train professional and volunteer workers.
- Oversee and assist in the coordination of large and small events, including state licensing needs and staff training.
- Perform related work as required.
