Parks & Recreation Specialist

Under general supervision of the Parks and Recreation Director, performs responsible supervisory and recreational work to ascertain the programming needs of the community in coordinating, supervisory, and administering recreational activities and programs.  Work involves performing supervisory work, evaluating participation level in County program; coordinating with the Parks and Recreation Director County sponsored recreational programs, classes, and events; handling individual programs; performing supervisory functions for employees and volunteers in the absence of the Parks and Recreation Director for program; and performing related work as directed.  Reports to the Parks and Recreation Director.

• Coordinates and instructs department employees which involves such duties as assigning and reviewing work, maintaining standards, acting on employee problems, and selecting new employees.
• Coordinates and implements County sponsored recreational programs, classes, and events for senior citizen groups, special interests, and individuals; arranges, schedules, and secures necessary facilities and instructional and supervisory personnel to carry out such programs; recruits program/class instructors and participants.
• Assist with the supervision of part-time employees and instructors; instructs and supervises employees and volunteers who teach a variety of social and educational activities and classes; observes and evaluates instructors through on-site visits and student evaluations; 
• Conducts evaluations of classes; determines participation level in County programs; solicits evaluation data for class participants, plans, and schedules future classes according to evaluations; prepares and submits written and oral reports; prepares and submits forms required for use of facilities.
• Maintains inventory supplies and equipment necessary for operation of recreational programs.
• Types material from typed or handwritten copy, which requires use of a variety of formats for preparing correspondence, forms, reports, etc.; assumes responsibility for correctness of spelling, punctuation, format, and grammar.
• Assists department personnel as needed.
• Performs front line office duties such as customer service via office visits, e-mail, telephone, etc.
• Receives and/or reviews various records and reports including participant program registration, personal checks, supervisor and instructor time sheets, billing invoices, program evaluation forms, and program proposal forms.
• Prepares and/or processes various records and reports including program rosters/attendance/schedules, program budget and reports, new program forms, and payroll/Accounts Payable request payment forms.
• Refers to department/County policies manual; department brochures; surrounding localities brochures; various catalogs, websites, etc.; previous program files and brochures; etc.
• Operates a variety of office and specialized equipment such as personal computer, printer, copier, fax machine, P/A system, postage meter, music light system timer, etc.
• Uses office supplies, and computer software such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, KWC software “PAAT”, myrecdept.com, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Parks and Recreation Director, employees/instructors, Utilities Director, Finance Department, school system, surrounding Parks and Recreation Departments, various community groups, and the general public.
• Develop and coordinate marketing and promotional efforts for Parks and Recreation programs, events, activities, and services.
• Create promotional materials, manage social media content, update digital platforms, and assist with community outreach to increase public awareness and participation.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of community recreation programs.
• Knowledge of planning and implementing recreation programs and events.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use computer and software programs effectively.
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors.
• Ability to establish rapport with co-workers and citizens.
• Adhere to and enforce strict safety policies and procedures.

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation, leisure studies, or related field supplemented by two years of responsible experience in recreation programming and/or general administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
 
 
EMPLOYEE UTILIZATION IN ADVERSE WEATHER AND EMERGENCY CONDITIONS
 
All King William County employees are subject to being assigned to specific positions and tasks during a “Declared Emergency” as support personnel, by the County Administrator. Once assigned, this would be the same as a regular work assignment and all policies and procedures for duty assignments apply.
  
**Potential candidates will be required to complete drug testing, driving, and criminal background checks.  A valid driver's license is required. 
 
The foregoing is intended as a general description of job responsibilities and performance expectations and does not constitute a contract for employment between the employee and the County of King William, Virginia.