City of Oklahoma City Hiring for RECREATION PROGRAM COORDINATOR (ATHLETICS) at Oklahoma City, OK Full Time

NOTE: The normal starting salary for this position is $45,560.16/annually. A higher salary may be considered, dependent on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant and/or the City’s step placement policy.

This job classification has been designated as a safety sensitive job classification in accordance with the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, 63 O.S., § 427.1 et seq., (OSCN 2019), effective August 29, 2019. This means employees in this job classification can be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination if they test positive for marijuana components or metabolites, even if they possess a medical marijuana license.

This job is located in the Athletics Section of the Recreation Division in the Parks and Recreation Department within the City of Oklahoma City. The Recreation Program Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing recreational and life skills programming in response to community needs at various community centers and program sites located throughout the City of Oklahoma City. The Recreation Program Coordinator works closely with program participants, citizens, government agencies, civic organizations, etc., in support of individual facilities and overall operations functions. Essential job functions include: traveling locally recruiting volunteers or contract instructors; conducting follow-up orientation and training sessions; supervising staff involved in offering program activities; preparing and developing the assigned activities’ budget; evaluating and assessing current program effectiveness or planned program feasibility following assessing community needs; developing program content; and promoting local community participation and support. Additionally, the Recreation Program Coordinator assumes administrative and supervisory responsibilities in the absence of facility supervisors and plans or coordinates events or field trips. The Recreation Program Coordinator may work in conjunction with or provide support to administrative staff, program participants and citizens.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Job Requirements

Knowledge of recreation or related field.

Knowledge of and skill in developing a variety of recreational or related programs such as youth and adult athletics, life skills, social and wellness programs for seniors, afterschool programs, and fitness and health programs for all ages.

Skill in communicating with individuals and groups of various socioeconomic backgrounds.

Skill in researching, analyzing, and assessing program needs and accomplishments.

Ability to apply knowledge of program methods and techniques.

Ability to organize, promote and implement recreational programs.

Ability to instruct center participants in recreational activities.

Ability to supervise and develop effective working relationships.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to work independently and with others.

Possession of a valid driver license (Operator).

DEPARTMENTAL PREFERENCES

Bachelor’s degree in Parks and Recreation, Sports Management, Health Promotion, Physical Education, or a similar related degree. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a like position with similar duties and responsibilities may be substituted for all or part of the education requirement.

Experience in sports programming or athletic league management.

Experience operating indoor and/or outdoor athletic facilities.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

WORKING CONDITIONS

Primarily inside; outside occasionally; exposed to heat and humidity, and/or wind and dust. (Outside work is curtailed during inclement weather.)

Occasionally exposed to stress when working with or around individuals or groups who may be uncooperative, verbally abusive, and/or physically aggressive.

Occasional exposure to various types of dust or particles that may cause respiratory irritations or allergic reactions, such as dust from ceramics, plaster of Paris, wood, and macramé fibers.

Occasional exposure to products that may cause eye and skin irritations.

Occasional exposure to light and glare from a computer monitor.

Possible exposure to work activities, materials and equipment that may result in burns, cuts, bruises and/or muscle strains.

Frequently exposed to steady and moderate to loud noises generated by participants involved in activities or classes.

Occasional exposure to grasses, poison oak, poison ivy, trees, mosquito and spider bites, and bee and wasp stings, which may cause allergic reactions.

Subject to intermittent exposure to wet or slippery floors in center work areas adjoined to or adjacent to pools.

Subject to working a varied schedule to include evenings and weekends.

Frequent local travel required.

NOTE: Typical City employee working hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, working hours vary (may require work to begin before 8:00 a.m. and/or end beyond 5:00 p.m., and/or may require work on weekends and holidays), and are subject to change, based on the duties and location of the position and the business needs of the assigned work unit/department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Speech and hearing enough to communicate clearly and distinctly in person or by telephone, in an environment that may be noisy.

Near vision enough to read and to generate various written documents.

Far vision enough to observe staff and participants involved in activities.

Flexibility enough to bend, twist, reach out and stretch while performing a variety of tasks.

Manual dexterity enough to demonstrate the use of materials and equipment.

Finger dexterity enough to grasp, place, and move small objects and/or to use or to demonstrate the use of a computer terminal.

Strength enough to lift, pull, push, or carry objects or containers weighing up to 50 pounds.

NOTE: The Working Conditions and Physical Requirements are generic to all Recreation Program Coordinators since physical location and program activities are subject to change.

Other Notes

NOTE: City employees are required to receive pay electronically, either via direct deposit or pay card.

NOTE TO FORMER EMPLOYEES: To participate in any selection process, former employees must be eligible for rehire. If you are unsure of your rehire status, please contact the Human Resources Department at (405) 297-2530. If your rehire status has been coded “Not Eligible,” “Eligible 3,” or “Conditional,” you will need to request a review of your rehire status through the Human Resources Department’s Employee and Labor Relations Division.

NOTE: Upon a conditional offer and acceptance of employment, the City of Oklahoma City will conduct a background investigation/verification. Applicants will be provided contact information for any third-party reporting agencies used to collect background information in connection with conditional offers of employment.

NOTE: Upon a conditional offer and acceptance of the position, applicants will be directed for a physical examination.

NOTE: Applicants will be provided a copy of the City of Oklahoma City’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy upon conditional offer and acceptance of the position and prior to being directed for a drug test.

NOTE: Completion of the supplemental questions is required. Applicant responses to supplemental questions must specifically answer the questions asked. Responses to supplemental questions must be supported by work history/information listed on the application/resume. Applications may not be reviewed if specific responses to supplemental questions have not been provided.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

If you require reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process, please notify one of the Human Resources Department Representatives by calling 405-297-2530.

The City of Oklahoma City is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion.

The City of Oklahoma City will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, creed, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (to include sexual orientation and gender identity and/or expression), age, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.