Recreation Specialist

SUMMARY

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for providing a comprehensive recreation program that includes sports and arts that can be tailored to all ages, genders, and abilities. The position requires the individual to easily engage with community members in a way that promotes continued usage of facilities and services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan, develop, and implement sport and recreation programs to ensure that activities and events are made available for all tribal and community members
• Oversee community usage of the fitness center
• Explain principles, techniques, and safety procedures of the facility and activities to participants and demonstrate use of materials and equipment.
• Ascertain and interpret group interests, evaluate equipment and facilities, and adapt activities to meet participant needs.
• Assist management in resolving complaints.
• Communicate to the Community Coordinator regarding incidents, decisions, and issues about activities, events, or programs.
• Responsible for the completion and filing of accident and statistical reports regarding incidents and issues about programs, as required.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Ensure Tribal community policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are strictly enforced; respond to and resolve complaints; advise and assist individuals and groups on related recreational problems.
• Maintain awareness of new program developments and offer suggestions to the Community Coordinator
• Attend meetings as assigned.
• Assist with other recreation programs and community events, as requested.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of recreation, sport, and leisure program administration, management, and delivery.
• Knowledge of coaching theory and practice.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, First Aid, and CPR
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills.
• Effective written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Demonstrate a dedication to the position and the Tribal community
• Ability to work occasional weekends and an irregular schedule as needed
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QUALIFICATIONS

• The ideal candidate must be energetic, organized, apply good judgment, and have a genuine interest in the community we serve.
• First Aid /CPR Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Food Handler’s Card or willingness to obtain.
• Must have an Arizona Driver’s license
• Must pass DPS/FBI fingerprint background investigation; must not have 2 misdemeanors or a felony.
• Applicant must be age 18 or older at the time of hire;
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EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma, or equivalent, is required. Associate's degree in a related field is preferred; completion of trade school, professional or technical certification, specialized training
• 2 years of work experience in a related field.

NATIVE AMERICAN AND CURRENT EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE POLICIES ARE APPLICABLE TO ALL POSITIONS. MUST BE ABLE TO PASS PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING, AND ALL POSITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO ONGOING RANDOM DRUG/ALCOHOL TESTING.