Recreation Programs Specialist

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

The purpose of the Recreation Programs Specialist position is to provide a wide variety of recreational and educational programs for youth and teens, adults and/or 50+/seniors and working with diverse populations and communities, including public speaking and interacting with individuals of diverse social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

1. Develops, schedules, conducts and coordinates citywide activities and events. Coaches and officiates sporting activities.
2. Ensures all events and activities conform to appropriate safety rules.
3. Promotes and implements programs and/or special events.
4. Modifies classes and workshops to accommodate individuals with a variety of disabilities.
5. Handles and accounts for money received
6. Coordinates with other organizations. Solicits donations.
7. Transports and/or accompanies program and event participants.
8. Provides participants and the general public with information.
9. Completes and maintains forms, records, and reports.
10. Ensures proper facility and equipment set up and maintenance
11. Maintains inventory of supplies, tools, equipment, trophies, prizes and mementos.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Provide general supervision of temporary employees, contract workers, and volunteers.

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of recreational programs and activities.
• Knowledge of City practice, policy and local laws and procedures.
• Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and ordinances.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Ability to plan, market and promote programs.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with the City and the public.