City Of Pelham: Recreation Coordinator Over Senior Programming

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 Senior Programming.  

Summary:  Creates, plans, schedules, organizes, implements, and evaluates all recreation activities, events, and programs primarily with senior adults from the Pelham Senior Center.    

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.
• Plans, implements and evaluations all recreation programs for senior adults. 
• Plan, implements and evaluation all off site outings and trips for senior adults.
• Research new trends and develops innovative programs.
• Creates, communicates and markets monthly program calendar.
• Markets and monitors city social media page.
• Assist clients with registration processes for access to Senior Center services.
• 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:  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.