SALARY: $3,681 - $4,520/monthly

FINAL FILING DEADLINE: 5:00 p.m., Friday, May 30, 2008

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

To plan, organize and coordinate recreation programs, activities and special events. This position requires knowledge of recreation principles and methods as well as organization and planning skills.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do all the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of the class.

Ensures childcare programs are in compliance with State of California Community Care Licensing regulations, monitors changes in law, regulation or technology that may affect programs;  Oversees Counselor in Training program; Creates and implements behavior modification plans for children as needed. Plans, organizes, and coordinates recreation programs, childcare programs and summer camp ; Assists in recruiting, training, and coordinating the work of part-time staff and volunteers; responsible for staffing schedules.  Assists in providing applicable staff training programs to ensure staff are motivated and program goals are met; Participates in the development, implementation and maintenance of program goals and objectives;  Follows and upholds City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department policies and philosophies;  Designs and implements curriculum and programmatic enhancements for the on-going development of recreation programs;  Actively participates and engages in local, State and National initiatives and trends affecting recreation programs;  Assists with the child abuse/neglect reporting process; Reviews all program paperwork (injury report forms, week in review forms, timecards, supply requests) and maintains accurate records and files;   Assists with program billing and payments; Oversees all events and activities (ensures staff ratios, plans and implements field trips, including transportation, and on site events); Prepares, updates and maintains reports, correspondence, and staff manuals;  Serves as emergency substitute of program(s); Responds to inquiries and requests for information;  Represents the department within the City, other agencies, civic groups and the public, as directed.;  Assesses equipment and supply needs and approves purchases;  Coordinates preparation and use of facilities for programs; Establishes and maintains relationships with school staff and administration;  Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required; 

Education and Experience:  

1. Associates degree in recreation or a related field; and

2. Two years progressively responsible experience in recreational programming;

                plus 

1. Twelve college level units in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Recreation Administration;  and

2. Three college level units in Childcare Administration; and

3. Twelve months of supervisory experience in a licensed childcare program.

Licenses and Certifications:

        A valid class “C” California Drivers license.

        Current First Aid and CPR certifications

        Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice allowing work
        with children.   

Knowledge of:

        Principles and techniques of organizing and implementing a variety of
        recreational activities.

        Principles and practices of employee supervision, including work
        planning, assignment, and feedback.

        Safety precautions and procedures required for recreation and
        childcare programs.

        Techniques for effective communication, for providing a high level of
        customer services and for effectively representing the City.

        Financing of public recreation programs.

        Age-appropriate curriculum development, including developmental
        stages and asset development.

Skill in:

        Properly schedule and promote programs, activities, and staff.

        Maintain accurate records and prepare related reports

        Coordinate and monitor the work of others.

        Provide detailed and timely feedback to staff.

        Effectively and tactfully communicate in both oral and written form.

        Establish and maintain effective work relationships.

        Make effective presentations to groups.

        Work in a team atmosphere and participate on a variety of
        department and City-wide committees