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Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $68,975.47 - $103,463.21
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Job Description
The City of Avondale is a vibrant and growing municipality dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its residents through a variety of community services, including parks, recreation, and libraries. The Parks, Recreation & Libraries Department plays a pivotal role in delivering high-quality recreational opportunities and events that foster community engagement, promote healthy lifestyles, and support social connectivity among all age groups. The city is committed to creating safe, accessible public spaces and enriching programs that reflect the diverse interests and needs of its citizens. Known for its proactive approach to community programming, Avondale continually seeks innovative ways to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration, public administration, or related field preferred
- Minimum of two years of experience in recreation program coordination or event management
- Experience supervising staff and volunteers
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
- Valid driver’s license
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and program management software
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
- Commitment to providing excellent customer service
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in recreation administration, public administration, or a related field preferred
- Experience in planning and coordinating community recreation programs and events
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills
- Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with diverse community groups and stakeholders
- Knowledge of marketing and outreach strategies
- Proficiency with computer software applications relevant to program management
- Ability to develop and maintain sponsor relationships
- Understanding of safety protocols and regulatory compliance
- Experience in vendor coordination and logistics
Job Duties
- Develops, plans, coordinates, and monitors programs, classes, and events
- Determines program location, transportation, equipment and supplies, appropriate paperwork and releases
- Hires, trains, and supervises staff and volunteers
- Monitors allocated budget
- Researches and incorporates nationally recognized trends, ideas, and standards
- Develops policies and procedures to monitor the effectiveness of the programming
- Ensures safety protocol is followed
- Collaborates with other cities and agencies
- Assists in facility management
- Purchases and cares for program equipment
- Supervises staff and event contractors to coordinate and plan city-wide special events
- Attracts sponsors
- Locates and procures equipment and entertainment
- Schedules proper staffing
- Complies with policy requirements
- Provides administrative support by answering phones, interacting with the public, inputting purchase orders and petty cash amounts, ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment
- Oversees all activity at designated locations such as parks, school facilities, ball fields, and other public facilities
- Sets up facilities and areas for special events, sports leagues, classes, and related tasks
- Recruits, trains, motivates, evaluates, and promotes teamwork with all staff
- Coordinates positive customer service experiences for program participants
- Answers customer inquiries
- Collaborates with school districts, non-profit groups, citizens, and other departments
- Markets and promotes citywide programs, classes, and events
- Creates and disseminates marketing materials
- Utilizes software to maintain class information
- Updates information on the website and social media outlets
- Collaborates with other agencies to coordinate marketing efforts
- Produces content for a quarterly brochure
- Plans the annual program budget
- Forecasts revenues and expenses
- Authorizes payments
- Monitors expenditures
- Recommends adjustments
- Evaluates program performance
- Develops and implements procedures for improved efficiencies
- Seeks grant opportunities
- Prepares program evaluation reports
- Performs on-site program inspections and evaluations
- Monitors program compliance with laws, policies, and regulations
- Supports recruitment and management of sponsorships and sponsor relationships
- Maintains professional partnerships with sponsors
- Coordinates sponsor recognition and deliverables
- Works to support mutually beneficial relationships
- Performs other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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