Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,476.07 - $73,439.91
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
long term disability
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional Development
Job Description
Spokane County Parks and Recreation Department is a prominent public agency dedicated to enhancing community health and quality of life through comprehensive recreational services. Serving a diverse population, the department offers a wide array of year-round programs and facilities designed to meet the recreational needs and interests of residents across all age groups. These include aquatic centers, athletic leagues, youth and adult swim lessons, special events, and seasonal outdoor recreational amenities such as campgrounds and swimming beaches. With a commitment to fostering community engagement and promoting wellness, Spokane County Parks and Recreation Department ensures its facilities and programs maintain high... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in recreation management, physical education, or related field
- minimum of three years of experience in aquatic and athletic program management or equivalent
- proficiency with recreation management and registration software
- strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- excellent oral and written communication skills
- ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- knowledge of state and federal regulations related to aquatic and athletic programs
- ability to lift moderate weights and perform duties requiring physical activity
- valid driver's license
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Recreation Management, Physical Education, or related field
- experience in aquatic and athletic program administration
- knowledge of public recreation principles and practices
- familiarity with budget preparation and fiscal management
- experience in marketing and community outreach
- strong communication and interpersonal skills
- proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Office suite and recreation management systems
- ability to supervise, train and evaluate staff
- knowledge of federal and state aquatic regulations
- experience in event planning and coordination
- ability to maintain effective records and reporting systems
- demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
Job Duties
- Administers assigned recreation programs and facilities to achieve goals within available resources
- assists in the preparation of the annual budget for various recreation programs and facilities
- monitors revenues and expenditures to assure sound fiscal control and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel and other resources
- provides recommendations for program and facility fee revisions
- develops partnerships and marketing strategies to enhance programs, facilities and services
- prepares and distributes marketing tools including brochures, posters, flyers, and media releases
- makes presentations to business groups, community organizations and the general public
- administers aquatic and athletic recreational programs including registrations, scheduling swim lessons and swim team practices and meets
- coordinates public swim programs including facility maintenance, aquatic personnel, cash handling and concession operations
- determines staffing needs
- receives and resolves customer feedback
- creates schedules and adjusts leagues to enhance parity
- purchases awards, equipment and supplies
- administers tournaments and resolves disciplinary issues
- coordinates concession stands including training staff and inventory management
- assists with hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating seasonal staff
- coordinates registration, schedules, rules, policies and procedures
- ensures compliance with regulations and guidelines
- assists in developing and standardizing policies and procedures
- coordinates program trainings on various topics
- orders and maintains inventories
- administers contracts and schedules for facilities and officials
- assists with grant research and administration
- coordinates fundraising and sponsorship activities
- responds to public inquiries and makes public presentations
- assists with planning and development of long-range department goals
- attends professional development workshops
- serves on committees
- assists community groups with special event permits
- prepares permit and reservation paperwork
- performs other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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