Leisure Services Coordinator

Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, and participates in leisure services programs; performs related duties as required. 1. Plans, organizes and participates in recreational activities associated with the recreation center, youth and adult sports programs, and special events; exercises technical and functional supervision over seasonal and volunteer staff. 2. Coordinates and leads youth sports programs; sets up league structure and tournaments; prepares program schedules; procures and issues equipment and supplies; accepts registration and makes deposits; prepares monthly program evaluation reports. 3. Coordinates recreation activities with outside community agencies and organizations for special events and programs; prepares promotional materials, correspondence, reports and informational bulletins. 4. Provides information about the various recreation programs to the public; communicates with parents, participants, volunteers, school district representatives and staff. 5. Selects, trains, and supervises part-time and volunteer staff; maintains records related to assigned programs; develops and maintains logs and other information tracking systems. 6. Assists in the preparation of the assigned recreation budget in specified areas; monitors recreation expenses. 7. Attends and participates in meetings related to the various department programs and special events; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of recreational services and developments. 8. Enforces rules and regulations to assure the safety and welfare of participants. 9. Provides office coverage and assistance to the Leisure Services Division; and performs related duties as assigned. Education/Experience: Upper division college coursework in recreation administration or a related field and one year of experience in the organization of youth and adult recreational activities, including experience with youth sports and special interest classes or any combination of training and experience that provides the desired knowledge and abilities. Knowledge of: Public relations methods and techniques; marketing strategies; methods and techniques of planned recreation; sports and recreational activities suitable for children, youth and adults; principles and practices of supervision; budget monitoring; mathematics, grammar and spelling. Ability to: Supervise others in conducting recreational activities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, peers, subordinates and the general public; communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; prepare reports and correspondence; understand and follow verbal and written directions; understand and apply policy and procedures; exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs; deal constructively with conflict and develop effective resolutions; operate a computer. Special Requirement: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.