SPORTS AND SENIOR PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
DEFINITION
To oversee, coordinate and direct the City of Gonzales sports, activities and senior programs.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the mid-level classification in the Recreation series.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Must have the capacity to work independently or under general supervision. Supervises Recreation Aides, Interns, ROP Students or Volunteers.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Supervise program activities and ensure safety of all participants. • Develop, coordinate, and implement programing for adult sports, youth sports and senior activities.
• Participate in evaluation of program leader job performance and effectiveness. • Monitor use of equipment, materials and supplies; request additional materials as needed.
• Communicate and collaborate with site administrators, teachers, parents, community partners, and other staff to run effective programming. • Promote a positive and respectful atmosphere.
• Maintain registration forms, time sheets, accident reports, schedules and surveys as needed.
• Act as a substitute coach and referee as required.
• Staff a Senior Program Advisory Committee.
• Recruit and train volunteers and help establish a volunteer appreciation program. • Maintain punctual and consistent attendance.
• Consistently evaluate program needs and activities to ensure programs are effective, reflective, and responsive to community needs and desires.
SPORTS AND SENIOR PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
Knowledge of:
• Sports Rules, Regulations and policies, as well as sports trends. • Techniques to manage volunteers, participants, and staff. • General Supervision Techniques.
• Behavior Modification Techniques.
• Conflict Resolution Skills.
Skill to:
• Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable best practices for rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. • Word process accurately at a speed necessary for successful job performance. • Compose general correspondence, letters and reports in a clear, concise and timely manner. • Make sound decisions independently in accordance with established policies and to use initiative and judgment in carrying out tasks and responsibilities with only general instructions and guidance.
• Conduct research, compile and summarize a variety of information from multiple sources to prepare clear and accurate reports.
• Communicate effectively, tactfully, and positively in both oral and written forms. • Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform assigned duties in a safe and effective manner for self and others.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, school staff, community partners, and co-workers.
• Collaborate with others on projects and activities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
• Possession of a valid and appropriate California State Driver’s License and safe driving record per the City’s driving standards.
• California Mandated Reporter Certification.
• CDC Concussion Training.
• CPR/First Aid & AED Certification.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain these knowledge and abilities would be:
An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities, required to perform the duties would be any combination equivalent to completion of High School/GED.
SPORTS AND SENIOR PROGRAMS COORDINATOR
TYPICAL PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; sitting for extended periods of time daily as well as standing and walking short distances for extended periods of time daily; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversation; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversation distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, climb ladder, and to walk on uneven surfaces; physical strength to up to 50lbs; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgements and decisions; good memory and recall is necessary for the accurate and timely transfer of information.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
A combination of outdoor work, a business office environment and an educational/recreation environment. In the office, subject to sitting at a desk completing reports, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files, pushing/pulling of file drawers and supplies, reaching in all directions and prolonged periods of time working at a computer terminal. On the job site, walking and standing for long periods of time, work in all types of weather environments. Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person or on the telephone; seeing to read a variety of documents; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate office equipment; sitting for extended periods of time, standing, bending or crouching; reaching overhead, above the shoulders, to reach and store supplies and equipment. Continuous contact and collaboration with other City staff, parents, volunteers and community members will be required.