Want to work for an organization where you are truly valued? Want to be part of a team who serves our community AND each other—looking for opportunities to make a positive difference wherever you can? Through our employees, we make the ordinary, extraordinary! If you are the “extra” we are looking for with experience in coordinating recreation classes and activities for all age groups, interests, and abilities, apply for our Recreation Coordinator position at the Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center! This position will focus on aquatics programming.
Qualified candidates will have:
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A Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or a related field,
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At least one (1) year of experience in developing and implementing recreation programs,
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A Texas, Class C driver’s license, American Red Cross Issued CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications
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Current Water Safety Instructor Certification
In addition to the above, the ideal candidate would:
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Live & reflect Plano’s SERVE values: Stewardship, Engaged, Respect, Visionary, Excellence
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Be kind
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Care about helping people grow
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Value collaboration
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Have knowledge in or about recreational swim teams.
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Provide excellent customer service to City of Plano patrons.
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Have the ability to work with diverse populations.
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Be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Have knowledge or history of American Red Cross swimming lessons.
As a valued Team Plano member, you will receive numerous benefits:
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Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans
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Membership in the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), in which the City matches contributions 2:1 upon retirement
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Up to three weeks each of paid vacation
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Up to three weeks sick leave per year
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Nine paid holidays
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Tuition Assistance
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Free recreation center membership
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And so much more! Learn about our benefits here.
Every person matters. Every job has purpose. Together we make a difference. Join Team Plano!
Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, the Recreation Coordinator is responsible for coordinating recreation classes and activities for all age groups, interests, and abilities for assigned recreational area.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Management reserves the rights to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.
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Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates recreation classes for all age groups, interests and abilities; monitors the day-to-day operations and events to include class and membership registration and monetary transactions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Contacts local businesses, individuals, and community organizations for program support and participation.
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May promote recreation center through newspaper releases, user guides, and leisure brochure.
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Investigates and resolves citizen complaints concerning classes, instructors, or the facility.
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Monitors the use of recreation equipment and facilities; participates in cleaning and maintaining equipment; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
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Creates and formulates class ideas for swim lessons.
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Puts together classes and programs 3 times a year for the recreation catalog.
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Coaches and organizes summer TAAF swim team.
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Attends Winter swim meet and Summer swim meets for TAAF swim team.
Typical Decisions: The incumbent must establish performance measures for contract instructors, part-time employees and volunteers, and evaluate using those standards of measure.
Minimum Qualifications:
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: Communicating clearly both verbally and in writing; applying first aid and CPR methods; operating a personal computer and peripheral equipment; creating marketing and promotional materials; preparing and maintaining records of various documents and reports.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Administration or related field.
Experience: One (1) year of experience in developing and implementing recreation programs. Also prefers some background in Aquatics and swim teams.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements
Licenses and Certifications: Texas Class C driver’s license at hire. American Red Cross issued CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications at hire. Current Water Safety Instructor Certification is required at hire. Must obtain ARC Lifeguard Certification within 6 months of hire. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) are required within 6 months of hire. Water Safety Instructor Trainer certification is required within one year of entry into the position. Water aerobic certifications are preferred.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Work is performed throughout the Recreation Complex, standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull. Employees may be required to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Employees work in an environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and may be exposed to hazardous chemicals and fumes when working in the pool area. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
