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Parks & Recreation Department!
The Village of Wellington is a "Great Hometown" that strives to provide high-quality services that create economic, environmental, and social sustainability. Our Wellington vision balances a unique hometown, family atmosphere with an attractive natural environment and recreational, cultural, and educational activities and facilities for all ages. The Village of Wellington is a family-oriented community located in Western Palm Beach County and is a great place to live, work, and play.
WORK OBJECTIVE:
Performs senior-level specialized work in the coordination of recreational programs and community events. The position is responsible for arranging the involvement of volunteers and program participants while maintaining the overall safe and efficient delivery of assigned programs. Work is performed under general supervision with moderate latitude. Position relies on experience and exercises independent judgment to determine the best approach by using and interpreting policies and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this position. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Opens and closes the recreational facility according to established events and program schedules.
Assists in supporting appropriate staffing initiatives; assists where needed to ensure programs are conducted in accordance with established time frames.
Assists in developing a budget for assigned programming.
Completes and monitors contractual commitments for independent contracts.
Performs activity maintenance in advertising and in the RecTrac system including activity set up, code assignments, facility reservations, and changes along with various day-to-day procedures such as activity and facility registrations, reservations, transfers, cancellations, and changes.
Monitors participants’ actions and activities to ensure adherence to standard and established safety policies, procedures, guidelines, and operating requirements.
Responds to inquiries regarding program specifics from various entities, e.g., parents, program participants, children, program staff, and the general public.
Performs various tasks within the department as directed, including processing invoices for payment, preparation of purchase order requisitions, review of department financial reports, and reconciliation of credit card statements.
Assists in scheduling and delivery of programs for shared facilities, including recurring seasonal programs and the efficient transition between programs ending and beginning simultaneously.
Maintains the inventory of equipment and supplies.
Creates schedules for staff, volunteers, and programs to ensure the efficiency of the athletic programs.
Trains and assists various individuals within the department on understanding and usage of specific computer applications and systems used in managing recreation programs and facilities rental.
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
HS diploma or GED required, Associate’s Degree desired; Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Community Affairs, or related field preferred; supplemented by three (3) or more years of professional customer service experience and at least one (1) year of professional experience in recreational program coordination involving youth and adult activities; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.
Employees assigned to Aquatics must have High School Diploma/GED required; supplemented by three (3) years of professional experience performing lifeguard duties; proof of valid American Red Cross Lifeguarding certificate or recognized equivalent; proof of valid American Red Cross or Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or recognized equivalent; proof of valid American Red Cross First Aid certification or recognized equivalent; proof of valid American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification or recognized equivalent; or an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and/or experience.
All Program Coordinators must show demonstrated computer literacy with standard software packages (e.g., word processors, basic spreadsheet applications, email, Internet usage) required. Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Depending on the functional area of the assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds). Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or the use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and/or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery and/or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and/or disease, or pathogenic substances.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Wellington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, Wellington provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The Village of Wellington provides a comprehensive compensation package for full-time employees, such as: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long & Short Term disability, and Health Reimbursement AccountsFlorida Retirement SystemPaid HolidaysPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid Bereavement LeavePaid Major Illness LeavePaid Military LeaveDeferred Compensation PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramFamily Medical LeaveFor a complete list of benefits for each position type please contact a member of Human Resources at 561-791-4000Position may be filled at a different level depending on experience and qualifications.