Recreation Specialist

Performs physical and administrative work in assisting the Recreation Director in the activities of the Recreation Department. Desirable Minimum Qualifications Graduation from a community college or two (2) years of college with major coursework in recreation, golf and sports turf management or a related field. OR Graduation from a standard high school and two (2) years experience in preparation and maintenance of athletic fields or general maintenance. 40 hours a week. Responsibilities Assists in supervising summer playgrounds, fall soccer, football, and basketball leagues and other seasonal activities. In receipt, inspection, and issuance of materials, supplies, and equipment. Assists in physical inventory of materials, equipment, and supplies: maintains inventory records of supplies and equipment: prepares inventory reports and maintenance schedules. Serves as Department Safety Officer and assists in training of other workers to safely operate and maintain equipment. Assist in preparation and maintenance of all athletic, park and playground areas. Operates backhoe digging ditches and trenches, back lifts, and tamps. Operates Front-end loader in loading gravel, sand, and similar materials on trucks. Preforms maintenance on equipment operated and other department equipment. Support summer playgrounds, fall soccer, football, basketball, and other seasonal recreation activities. Maintain athletic fields, parks, and playground areas across the city. Operate equipment including backhoes, front-end loaders, mowers, weed eaters, and tractors. Perform preventive maintenance on department equipment. Oversee part-time maintenance staff at Sports Park and City Park. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mississippi Department of Employment Security