Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $24.01
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Benefits
competitive pay
Highly respected employer
Fun team environment
comprehensive medical
Dental
and vision plans
Texas municipal retirement system
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Tuition Assistance
Job Description
The City of Plano is a vibrant and dynamic municipality committed to providing exceptional services and fostering a high quality of life for its residents. Known for its outstanding parks and recreation programs, Plano emphasizes stewardship, engagement, respect, vision, and excellence—values that guide the work of Team Plano as they serve the community. The city prides itself on being a highly respected employer offering competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, and benefits like membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System, with a generous city match on contributions. Employees also enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and tuition... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or related field
- one year of experience in developing and implementing recreation programs
- Texas Class C driver’s license
- American Red Cross issued CPR AED and First Aid certifications
- ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing
- capability to operate a personal computer and peripheral equipment
- physical ability to lift carry push and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds
- willingness to work varied shifts including opening midday closing and some Saturdays
- effective interpersonal skills for conflict resolution and customer service
- flexibility to perform duties in a moderate noise environment with controlled temperature
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or related field
- one year of experience in developing and implementing recreation programs
- knowledge of recreation programming and facilities planning
- supervisory principles and practices
- conflict resolution methods
- safety policies procedures and practices
- various recreational activities leagues and programs
- teaching and instruction methods for various learning styles
- skill in clear verbal and written communication
- applying first aid and CPR methods
- operating personal computer and peripheral equipment
- creating marketing and promotional materials
- preparing and maintaining records of documents and reports
Job Duties
- Develops implements monitors and evaluates recreation classes for adults 50 plus interests and abilities
- monitors the day-to-day operations and events to include class and membership registration and monetary transactions
- creates and formulates class ideas
- recruits and hires class instructors
- determines class schedules and fees
- prepares program information for brochure publication and registration
- registers and enrolls participants
- informs participants of class changes cancellations and refunds
- evaluates class instructors and class programs
- prepares and maintains attendance reports on a daily weekly and monthly basis for classes
- prepares and maintains enrollment and class program evaluations on a quarterly basis
- may lead work activities of designated personnel and volunteers
- oversees work activities of part-time staff
- recruits and participates in hiring new instructors coaches and assistants
- contacts local businesses individuals and community organizations for program support and participation
- promotes classes through various entities
- investigates and resolves citizen complaints concerning classes instructors or the facility
- monitors the use of recreation equipment and facilities
- participates in cleaning and maintaining equipment
- orders supplies and equipment as needed
- performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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