City Of Pelham: Recreation Coordinator - Athletics

Press release from the City of Pelham:

April 1, 2021

The City of Pelham Parks and Recreation is currently accepting applications for a full time position of Recreation Coordinator over Athletics.  

Summary:  Creates, plans, schedules, organizes, implements, and evaluates all recreation activities, events, and programs primarily in the youth sports area.  

Representative List of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  The list is not intended to be all-inclusive nor exclusive, but is intended to provide examples of typical duties performed.  

• Studies and analyzes recreational needs, athletic interests, and resources for youth, teens, adults, and Senior Citizens.
• Assists Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation in conducting market research and developing short and long range community recreation goals and objectives.
• Schedules all recreation activities, events, and programs.
• Determines material, equipment, facility, supervision or instruction needs for each activity or program and coordinates with other staff members.  
• Communicates with citizens and participants via e-mails, monthly calendars, newsletters, and program schedules.
• Purchases equipment and services from outside vendors.
• Works with staff as well as contract program providers.  
• Complies with all applicable government regulations.
• Develops and maintains relations with other recreation providers in community.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with others.
• Implements and manages 10 youth sports programs over the course of a year.   
• Recruits and managers over 200 volunteers during the year. 
• Coordinates and lead drafts for each sports division.
• Communicates and coordinates coaches, games, practices and event schedules.
• Coordinates with league officials and umpires at games.
• Ensures all coaches are certified according to State Requirements and are up to date on all rules for the season.
• Supervises staff by assigning and distributing work, directing staff in their job duties, monitoring progress of work, providing feedback and/or training. 
• Assist with community special events. 

Education/Experience:  Bachelor's degree in Parks and Recreation or a related field plus two years related experience and/or training with managing personnel and recreation programs; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates and Licenses:  Certification in Coach Safely through the State of Alabama, Certified Parks and Recreation Professional certification, and Commercial Driver's License preferred or obtained within the first year.  

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $33,229.87 to $45,288.90. Pay rate offered will be determined based on applicant’s qualifications including education, certification, licensure and years of applicable experience. The City of Pelham also offers an excellent benefits package and is a member of the Retirement Systems of Alabama.

Applications are available on the City’s website and can be downloaded. A completed application is required and emailed to HR@pelhamalabama.gov or mailed to City of Pelham, Human Resources, at P.O. Box 1419, Pelham, AL 35124. The final date to submit an application is Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 5:00PM.  

This press release was produced by the City of Pelham. The views expressed here are the author’s own.