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Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $80,316.00 - $94,293.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities
Community involvement
flexible scheduling
Job Description
The Town of Fairfield is a municipal government entity committed to providing high-quality recreational and leisure services to its diverse community. The town values inclusivity, healthy living, and community engagement, striving to create programs that cater to all age groups including children, adults, and seniors. Fairfield's Parks and Recreation Department plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by offering a broad array of activities and special events that encourage social interaction, physical fitness, and lifelong learning. This department works collaboratively with other town departments and community organizations to deliver well-rounded recreational services that meet the... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college
- Minimum three years parks and recreation program experience
- Minimum three years experience programming adaptive recreation and special events
- Minimum three years supervisory experience
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification
- CPR and First Aid certified
- Valid State of Connecticut driver’s license
- Availability to work evenings and weekends
- Ability to attend special events as needed
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation administration, public administration, business administration, special education, or a related field
- Minimum of three years of experience in parks and recreation program management
- Experience with adaptive recreation programming and special events
- Supervisory experience managing staff and projects
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Valid State of Connecticut driver’s license
- Strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
- Ability to develop and implement recreational programs
- Experience working with diverse populations including children, adults, and seniors
Job Duties
- Assists in planning, organizing, and implementing recreational activities and special events
- Advertises programs through flyers, social media, and community outreach
- Arranges transportation services for trips and activities
- Assists Director with budgeting and grant preparation
- Hires, trains, evaluates, and schedules part-time and temporary staff
- Collaborates with town departments and community organizations
- Collects fees and manages payments to vendors
- Coordinates facility reservations, equipment usage, and participant registration
- Develops recreational programs for various age groups and skill levels
- Enforces safety regulations and manages emergency procedures
- Evaluates program effectiveness and recommends improvements
- Files incident reports and communicates with Risk Manager
- Supports daily operations of the Adaptive Recreation Center
- Serves as liaison to groups, boards, and commissions
- Performs additional duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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