Sports and Facilities Coordinator

Under the direct supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, this position is expected to provide communication, leadership, and assistance for supervisors, participants, employees, and the public.

General Position Hours:

This position will be primarily in office, with hours during Spring/Summer/Fall being 12pm-4:30pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday and 3-10pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, but will occasionally have additional evening and weekend duties. Winter hours will be 11am-4:30pm Monday through Friday. This position’s schedule will consist of 29 hours per week year round.

 

Essential Functions of the Position:

Staff Coordination

• Provide leadership, direction, and onsite supervision for Facility Attendants and League Officials.
• Assist in scheduling staff
• Ensure programs and facilities are successful and held to city service delivery standards
• Serve as line of communication between attendants and supervisors for major on-site issues.

Program Implementation:

• Inform supervisors and document on-site program concerns including scheduling conflicts, maintenance needs, and all other pertinent program related issues.
• Schedule, monitor, and implement a variety of sports programming throughout the city.
• Track sports trends locally, statewide, and nationwide for possible implementation or changes to existing programming.
• Verify locations that require lighting and coordinate the delivery of lights for those locations.
• Monitor parks to provide communication and supervision for park users, as well as resolving facility use conflicts when necessary.
• Ensure successful outdoor ice rinks and warming house services
• Responsible for monitoring weather and rink/field conditions, and making calls related to weather.
• Educate facility users on facility policies and regulations.
• Inventory, organize, and coordinate supplies/equipment delivery for programming.

 

Program Evaluation:

• Complete assigned program reports, nightly park logs, surveys, and evaluations.
• Gather and relay documented feedback from participants regarding programs and facilities.
• Work as a team member to ensure the program’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

Other

• Serve as a substitute Facility Attendant or Evening and Weekend Coordinator when necessary.
• Schedule and coordinate facility usage in person and through recreation software.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with staff, participants and supervisors.
• Represent the city at special events.
• Help with front desk coverage when needed.
• Complete all other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Examples of Performance Criteria:

• The employee completes the essential functions of the position and other assigned duties in an effective, professional and timely manner.
• The employee has positive relationships with program participants, staff, and co-workers.
• The employee is able to demonstrate strong problem solving and customer service skills.
• The employee attended and participated in all staff training sessions and meetings.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in participating, planning and evaluating recreational sports programs
• Experience working in community recreation or athletic programs
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License
• Problem solving techniques and abilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently as needed

Desired Qualifications:

• BA or BS in recreation programming or related field preferred
• Knowledge of maintenance requirements and procedures
• Experience with recreation software
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skill of staff supervision

Physical Requirements and Work Environment 
The physical demands described represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee will frequently walk, sit, stand, and talk or hear.  
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• The employee is required to use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; as well as reach with hands and arms.
• The employee works both indoors and outdoors on a regular basis; when working outdoors the employee is subject to heat, cold, rain, wind, and other weather-related elements.  

Supervision of Others:
On duty Facility Attendants

Temporary; Non-Exempt; Non-Union; Benefits Ineligible (except for PTO)

The City of Bloomington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applicants who are black, indigenous or persons of color are encouraged to apply. We also encourage women, veterans, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities to apply.