Overview

Recreation Leader – Special Events Jobs in Pine Island, Florida, USA at Town of Davie, FL

Location: Pine Island

Under general supervision, performs recreational work in coordinating, supervising and administering programs for the Town Parks and Recreation Department. Is responsible for administering programs or special events, as assigned. Reports to a Parks Recreation Coordinator or designee.
Essential Job Functions

Performs administrative duties associated with the division provided through the Parks and Recreation Department; creates and updates mailing lists, letters, forms, spreadsheets, reports, and contracts for the division, prepares materials and corresponds with vendors, contractors, and the public concerning various programs and events; responsible for spelling, punctuation, grammar, and proper formatting.

Supervises daily financial procedures and maintenance as required by operations; maintains accurate records pertaining to revenue, inventory, program evaluations, and attendance; collects and accounts for all fees for various program and event registration and division programs; oversees and manages contract services and vendors.

Takes physical inventory of equipment and supplies; makes recommendations concerning type, amount, and vendor for the purchase of new equipment which may be needed; makes authorized purchases with Recreation Coordinator approval.

Performs a variety of miscellaneous duties such as answering phones, typing correspondence, running errands, picking up supplies needed for operations, and helping set up facilities for operations. Assists the public at a counter by providing information regarding departmental operations, programs, and events.

Positively troubleshoots issues and problems as they arise for tasks associated with position and division responsibilities using the best professional knowledge and applying the policies, procedures, and philosophies of the division and department.

Represents the Town at various events and meetings.

Directs, coordinates, and supervises Town-sponsored and community-wide special events. Provides support to the division as needed, including programming, planning, securing equipment, and set-up and tear down of events.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

Graduation from an accredited High School or GED;

Two (2) or more years of experience in recreational programs in either governmental, non-profit, or voluntary programs; or one (1) year of experience in recreational programs in either governmental, non-profit, or voluntary programs supplemented by college-level coursework in recreational programming or a related field.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

A valid Class “E” State of Florida driver’s license and a good driving record.

Employee must be able to work a flexible schedule which will consist of nights and weekends.

If selected to move forward in the hiring process, you will be required to obtain and submit your lifetime driving history record.

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Title: Recreation Leader – Special Events

Company: Town of Davie, FL

Location: Pine Island, Florida, USA

Category: Administrative/Clerical

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