Job Description

Position Summary
Do you have an interest in serving the public and working for a great city? Join Brooklyn Center and be a part of an amazing group of city employees who are proud of the work they do every day. The Recreation Department is currently recruiting a full-time, benefit-eligible, Recreation Coordinator. Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Manager, as a member of the Recreation Department staff, this position is expected to provide communication, leadership and assistance for supervisors, participants and employees for recreation programs Recreation focus areas will include: variety of different areas, included but not limited to art classes, seniors and grants more.
Examples of Duties
Coordination
Assist Recreation Managers/Supervisors to provide leadership, work direction, schedules, communication and on site supervision for part-time/seasonal staff, contractual staff and volunteers.
Organize the planning of programs, trainings, meetings, ongoing coaching and evaluations. Supervise, lead, and set a positive example for participants.
Technical Assist with program and event management including registration, marketing, staff supervision, schedules, public outreach, communications and coordination of employees and programs.
Responsible for communication with program partners, participants and employees regarding program updates, facility conditions and weather related issues.
Keep accurate records of daily attendance, accident reports and discipline reports. Document and inform supervisor of on-site program concerns including scheduling conflicts, maintenance needs, and all other pertinent program related issues. Inventory supplies and equipment for programs, communicate with supervisor and purchase additional supplies as directed.

General
1. Enhance participant experience and community engagement.
2. Complete assigned program reports, surveys and evaluations.
3. Demonstrate creativity and initiative to develop and implement new programs.
4. Communicate and problem solve with supervisor, coordinator, co-workers, community partners, parents and participants.
5. Ability to successfully collaborate with various departments, vendors, community partners and organizations.
6. Administer basic first aid as needed.
7. Follow the City of Brooklyn Center policies and procedures.
8. Other duties as assigned. Working Conditions
1. Hours are primarily Monday-Friday, including evening and weekends as programs and events dictate.
2. Program participants may range in ages from 4 to older adults, with group sizes ranging from 4 to 1500 or more.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Communications:
Must have the ability to actively listen to others for understanding of their needs and situations; ability to speak and write English clearly.
Must have the ability to communicate effectively with persons who do not speak English and are from a variety of different cultures.
Must be able to assertively control conversations in order to quickly and accurately gather pertinent information and be able to communicate this information professional and precisely to the proper recipient.
Be able to read and understand correspondence, memoranda and directives.
Must have strong customer service skills.

Decision Making:
Must act in a decisive manner, using good judgment. Must be able to assess problems and situations, able to anticipate needs and evaluate alternatives. Must have knowledge of utilization of appropriate resources and the willingness to initiate use of available resources.

Interpersonal Relationships:
Provides excellent customer service. Must be able to work in cooperation with other staff members. Must be consistent in dealing with people; must have the ability to accept and provide constructive criticism and/or discipline; must have tact and diplomacy; must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department; must have a positive attitude.

Professional Attitude:
Must have commitment to the organization; willingness to take initiative; dependability; maturity in relationships with others; and self-confidence. Must represent the organization to other agencies, staff, and citizens with a courteous, helpful, and accurate business-like attitude in all telephone and personal contact. Must have the ability to work as a team member.

Quality of Work:
Must be able to produce quality, accurate work. Must be able to detect and correct errors. Must be able to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Must be able to utilize work time properly and productively. Must be able to coordinate and follow through on projects to completion. Must be able to work independently on a wide variety of projects and assignments.

Technical Knowledge:
Must have working knowledge of computer software, publishing software, and office equipment including phones. Must have ability to quickly learn new information and initiate improvements as needed.

Physical Abilities:
Must have the ability to read and discern visual images on a variety of media. Must have the ability to remain seated or standing at the same work-station for up to eight hours at a time with appropriate breaks within that time frame. Must have the ability to record names and numbers accurately. Must have ability to hear while answering telephone and receiving visitors at counter. Must have ability to bend to file items frequently. Must be able to stand, talk, write, hear, balance, run, sit, kick, kneel, throw, and lift up to 25 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must meet one of the following criteria:
1. Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in recreation, education, or closely related field OR,
2. Two years of post-secondary education and three years of year round job experience in recreation OR
3. Two years of post-secondary education and five years of seasonal job experience in recreation.
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel.
Experience working in recreation.
Demonstrates competent communication and customer service skills. Demonstrates strong problem solving abilities and techniques.
Ability to apply the knowledge and skills required to provide work direction and leadership for part-time and contractual staff and volunteers.
Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Ability to work well with others and independently as responsibilities may require.
Applicant must be able to stand, talk, write, hear, balance, run, sit, kick, kneel, throw, and lift up to 25 lbs.
Supplemental Information
Desired Qualifications
First Aid/CPR Certification.
Experience working with persons with special needs and/or disabilities.
Experience working with recreation software programs and social media platforms.

The City of Brooklyn Center will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, ability, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, veteran status, or membership on a local human rights commission, genetic information, gender identity or gender expression, and lawful participation in the Minnesota Medical Cannabis Patient Registry. The City of Brooklyn Center will take all necessary steps to ensure that all employment practices are free of such discrimination.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Therefore, it is also not, nor can it be implied to be, a contract of employment. The contents of this position description may be changed without notice, and employment may be terminated by either party, at will. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. All employees are responsible for following applicable policies and procedures as defined by their manager or as described in the personnel handbook.

Completion of an on-line application is required. Do not refer to your resume \xe2\x80\x93 the staff member reviewing the application will not have access to your resume during the review process. The City does not allow attachments to the on-line application. If you would like to submit a cover letter, resume or other documentation, please e-mail it to HR@ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us \xe2\x80\x93 please reference the job title in the subject line.



Regular full-time employees are eligible for City benefits. The City offers a benefit package that includes health, dental, long and short term disability, life insurance, and deferred compensation.