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NEOGOV · 4 days ago

PARK CENTER SPECIALIST P/T- ART CENTER

Columbia, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$17.02/hr - $21.28/hr

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Park Center Specialist to assist in coordinating and implementing recreational and social programs for various age groups at the Park Center. The role involves planning activities, ensuring safety compliance, and collaborating with other city divisions to enhance community engagement.

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Responsibilities

Assists in coordinating and implementing Park Center and/or recreational facility programs and events for youth, adults and senior citizens with varying interests, recreational needs, and abilities, including but not limited to after-school programs, summer camps, field trips, cultural arts programs, club activities, leisure activities, sports activities, tournaments, etc

Ensures participant compliance with established rules and regulations, and standards of safety

Instructs groups and individuals in recreational activities as appropriate

Plans, schedules and presents cultural arts classes, workshops, performances and other events at parks and recreational sites throughout the City

Evaluates programs for effectiveness; makes recommendations for changes to improve programs, services and participation as appropriate

Assists in maintaining activity schedules and calendars

Monitors attendance and maintains related records; assists in evaluating programs for effectiveness, and recommends changes as appropriate to improve services and programs

Operates and maintains studio equipment

Collaborates with other City divisions, departments and outside organizations as appropriate to maximize the success of the cultural arts program

Maintains assigned vehicles and equipment

Collects and accounts for program fee payments

Accepts and processes reservations for facility / court use

Inspects grounds and facilities for security and safety, and takes appropriate steps to ensure the safety of all staff and citizens and the protection of City property

Performs basic building and grounds maintenance work as necessary

Prepares records and reports concerning assigned activities and operations

Participates in department marketing and public relations efforts

Assists in coordinating activities and functions with those of other divisions, departments and outside agencies as appropriate

Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns, complaints and requests for assistance regarding areas of responsibility

Performs general clerical work as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, copying and filing documents, attending meetings, answering the telephone, etc

Attends meetings, workshops, conferences, training, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Recreation AdministrationCPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationProgram CoordinationData EntryCommunication SkillsProblem Solving

Required

High School Diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of related work experience in recreation or Associate's degree in recreation administration, performing or visual arts or closely related field and one (1) years of relevant prior experience

Valid South Carolina Class “D” Driver's License

CPR and First Aid certifications or be able to obtain within six (6) months from date of hire