Recreation Coordinator

Adults 50+ Coordinator Position Type : Part-Time – 25 Hours per week Hiring Wage Range : $18.91 – $23.64 per hour (DOE) Full Wage Range : $18.91 – $28.37 Benefits : IMRF Pension Plan, Paid Vacation, Personal, Sick, Emotional Well Being and Holiday days, Complimentary/Discounted Facility usage Summary The Adults 50+ Coordinator is responsible for coordinating programs and services for adults with an emphasis on the 50+ years old population. The position supervises day‑to‑day operations of the Regent Center facility, schedules daily programs and activities, creates, supervises, and executes a wide range of adult and senior programs, supervises program contractors, instructors, and/or volunteers, coordinates special events and trips for active adults, promotes Regent Center memberships, and provides resource referrals. This part‑time position works 25 hours per week, Monday–Friday 9:00 am–3:00 pm, with some nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Training B.A. or B.S. in Recreation Administration, Education, Gerontology, or related field preferred. High School Diploma required. Minimum of one year of experience in the field required; three years preferred. Certification as a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) preferred. CPR, First Aid and AED certification required; must become certified within 90 days if not already. Valid Illinois class "D" driver's license required. Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions Supervise the work of Adults 50+ Group Fitness Instructors, Adults 50+ Program Instructors, program contractors, and volunteers. Assist with Regent Center front desk operations and organization, including the daily duties and tasks of the Regent Center Customer Service Attendant position. Assist with supervision of Regent Center Customer Service Attendants and Regent Center Facility Rental Attendants. Coordinate the daily activity schedule for the adults 50+ population consisting of social, recreational, educational, cultural, wellness, and service programs. Instruct adults 50+ programs as needed and appropriate. Develop, coordinate, promote, evaluate and supervise a comprehensive offering of special events, trips, and workshops for the adults 50+ population. Prepare seasonal brochure information and create publicity materials in cooperation with the marketing department. Work with marketing staff to create annual marketing plans for areas of responsibility. Ensure the timely marketing of programs and events from a strategic perspective, including production of flyers, brochures, press releases, social media posts and other promotional materials. Create and distribute the Regent Center newsletter for facility members. Work with staff to create a yearly calendar of programs and events. Plan and execute special events and projects, as requested. Promote and process payments for Regent Center memberships and programs. Complete assigned reports, projects and research studies. Prepare monthly board report. Work with supervisor to review and evaluate all senior programs, trips, and events, making recommendations for change and improvements as required to meet opportunity and demand. Define personnel and staffing requirements, develop a plan to recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate part time staff to include program instructors, contract employment, and volunteers for assigned programs. Remain informed of current trends and issues in related areas of responsibility. Prepare reports, statistics, and evaluations on programs and personnel, as assigned. Purchase and coordinate program supplies and equipment, as needed. Assist with proper set up and clean‑up of Regent Center rentals. Improve and deliver quality services to all customers continually. Make recommendations for changes and improvements to programs, events, and facilities as required to meet community and district needs. Deliver quality customer service both internally and externally. Quickly and diplomatically attend to questions, suggestions, and/or complaints received by staff. Provide accurate information to all patrons and community members and be available to troubleshoot issues, as needed. Adapt recreation programs to meet the needs of individuals in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Monitor records of monies received, participation figures, and expenditures within assigned responsibility areas. Participate in professional committees, conferences, workshops and classes to improve job knowledge and management skills. Work with community organizations, businesses, and other governmental bodies to promote, implement, and improve programs and services. Develop, schedule and implement an annual calendar of in‑service training. Ensure staff attendance. Produce and/or update training manuals for staff. Train and practice with staff medical emergency, evacuation and disaster plans to be prepared for all emergencies. Ensure staff schedules are prepared for areas of responsibility. Process payroll for Adults 50+ Group Fitness Instructors and Adults 50+ Program Instructors. Perform other related duties, as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr