All candidates conditionally offered transfer, promotion or initial hiring into a DOT/safety-sensitive position shall submit to testing for drugs and alcohol and test negative before performing any job functions that are safety-sensitive or require a CDL. External job applicants with a confirmed positive drug or alcohol test result shall be denied employment and shall be required to wait one year before applying for another position within Tulsa County.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION
• Responsible for planning, implementing and coordinating the operation of a community recreation center.
• Coordinate with community leaders, schools, etc. to meet the needs of the community.
• Analyze and evaluate programs and activities such as arts and crafts, sports, wellness/fitness, special events, drama and music.
• Responsible for hiring and training staff and volunteers.
• Supervise and evaluate staff performance; motivate staff and program participants.
• Promote and stimulate good relations with surrounding neighborhoods, community groups and local organizations and encourages their participation in the center's activities and special events.
• Oversee the operation of aquatic activities of the swimming pool located at or near the center or park.
• Hire and train pool staff.
• Supervise the pool staff during operation.
• Coordinate with maintenance section for seasonal preparation of the pool facility prior to opening and the ongoing maintenance of the pool.
• Write proposals, presentations and promotional material and approves printing and mailing request.
• Assist Director in determining park and recreation activities and needs.
• Responsible for keeping required records and statistics; preparing reports and other required information. Request supplies, equipment and special maintenance needs.
• Maintain employee discipline.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Teach a variety of classes.
• Prepare and deliver deposits.
• Assist with the routine janitorial maintenance needs of the facilities.
• Secure facilities and equipment from other agencies and organizations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Skill in recordkeeping; in supervising staff; in preparing reports; in leading recreation and maintenance activities; in organizing events and programs; and in interpersonal relationships. Knowledge of the principles, practices and methods of public recreation activities, i.e. sports, wellness/fitness, games, arts and crafts, dramatics and music, and aquatics; of public recreation facilities and equipment; of first aid methods and practices of safety techniques in recreation programs; of required records and reports; of aquatic programs and the operation of swimming pools; of pool chemicals, pool filtration systems and water treatment; of personnel policies and procedures; and of community needs.
Ability to plan, schedule, implement public recreation programs; to prepare proposed public recreation programs; to supervise and train staff; to establish harmonious working relationships with others; to meet and communicate with the public in a cordial and tactful manner; to organize and present facts and opinions clearly and concisely; to organize and control the work of others; to maintain discipline; to reason analytically; and to prepare statistical reports.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May supervise up to 2 full-time employees and up to 10 part-time staff and/or volunteers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university in recreation or related field and over three years paid experience in recreation field with one year of supervisory experience in an organized recreation program or an equivalent combination of training and experience substituting one year of employment for one year of education with a maximum substitution of two years.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License
Certified Pool/Spa Operators Certificate
First Aid and CPR preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Tulsa County does not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, or political affiliation (except when such person advocates or belongs to an organization which advocates the overthrow of our constituted government by force or violence) with regard to all terms, conditions, eligibilities, and privileges of employment for all positions in the County.
NOTE: Job descriptions are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.