Sr Recreation Specialist- Winget Recreation Center

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Position Summary Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is seeking an innovative, forward‑thinking, and flexible Sr Recreation Specialist to embrace our organization’s mission to enhance community wellness through recreation, open space, and natural resources. This lead position will coordinate and implement recreation and leisure programs and activities for our community and ensuring our organization continues to be a strong presence within Mecklenburg County. The program areas will include, but are not limited to after‑school programs, summer camp, school day out programs, and athletics. The incumbent will also be responsible for training and overseeing temporary and part‑time staff and recruiting volunteers to assist with recreation programs. In addition, they will also be instrumental in promoting customer service standards within the facility, engaging in outreach activities with our community and external partners to identify areas for implementation of new and innovative activities, and increasing awareness of and participation in our program offerings. This full‑time position will be based at Winget Recreation Center and work a flexible schedule to include mornings/daytime, evenings, and weekends on a rotating basis. Preferred Qualifications At least 3 years of experience coordinating and leading recreation programs Experience leading after‑school, summer camp, and other special event programs Essential Functions Assist in supervision of activities in a recreation center or park facility Develop, evaluate, and lead programs and activities in a recreation center or park facility Provide customer service and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals Supervise part‑time and temporary employees, including scheduling, coaching and annual reviews Assist with monitoring the assigned center's budget, contracts, and compliance Develop and coordinate a wide range of recreation and leisure programs for a diverse audience Assist with development of, maintenance repair of equipment and inventory needs Partner with community leaders to ensure quality programs within the community Secure instructors and/or volunteers for programs Advertise programs via radio stations, flyers, Public Service Announcements, banner, and internet Assist with department events Approve program proposals Complete Monthly safety checklists Communicate effectively with school site administration if located at a satellite site. Ensure safety of participants/spectators and administer first aid when necessary Collect fees and taking registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals Handle inquiries and complaints from public Referee at various sports activities Provide services as timekeeper, scorekeeper or line‑person at games May serve as the manager on duty Minimum Qualifications Minimum of two (2) years of related experience Education Bachelor’s Degree in Park and Recreation Administration, Health and Physical Education, or a related field Licenses/Certifications Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver’s License and County Driving Privileges; CPR/First Aid Computer Skills Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge Recreational programming and instruction Skills Applying recreational knowledge through hands‑on activities Developing and enforcing general rules and safety procedure Managing multiple tasks concurrently Communicating effectively both orally and in writing Organizing and presenting demonstrations in area of specialization Abilities Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job‑related information in a timely manner Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided Customer Focus: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers’ and own organization’s needs Initiating Action: Taking prompt action to accomplish objectives; taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards Compensation and Benefits In addition to a competitive salary of $22.79/hr - $29.91/hr, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package that greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation and sick days; near‑site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement. Work Environment Moderate noise is typical in this work environment. Reasonable Accommodations Statement To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Disclaimer Statement This is not intended to be an all‑inclusive list of job‑related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mecklenburg County Government