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City of Kalispell · 14 hours ago

Recreation Programmer-Youth Programs

Kalispell, MT

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$23.71/hr - $23.71/hr

2+ years exp

The City of Kalispell is seeking a Recreation Programmer for Youth Programs to organize, coordinate, and supervise recreational programming. The role involves overseeing youth summer camps, after-school programs, and various sports activities while ensuring high-quality service and community engagement.

GovernmentPublic SafetySocial Assistance

Responsibilities

Plan and schedule special events, recreational activities and youth and adult sports

Supervises classes, workshops and activities for people engaged in recreation programs and co-sponsored programs

Supervises seasonal recreation employees and volunteers. Recruits, hires, trains, evaluates and disciplines, as necessary

Receives and acts upon inquiries, complaints; following incident protocols and responds to emergency calls at any time including outside of regular scheduled hours

Responsible for frequent contacts with the public and fellow employees; requiring considerable tactfulness and communication skills of complex information

Completes site visits to evaluate programs, counselors, and participants to determine public needs and how to increase efficiency and value

Assists or conducts preparation of budget estimates and activity reports

Develops social media posts for promoting programs and community awareness

Develops and utilizes database for tracking participation

Schedule and assist in supervision of out of school camps, afterschool programs, summer youth and adult camps, and or pool schedules

Supervises seasonal employees and volunteers. Recruits, hires, trains, evaluates and disciplines, as necessary

Assist in developing curriculum, programs, outings, and special events to enhance participant experience

Receives and acts upon inquiries, complaints; following incident protocols and responds to emergency calls at any time

Completes site visits to evaluate facilities, staff, and participants to determine public needs and how to increase efficiency and value

Responsible for frequent contacts with the public and fellow employees; requiring considerable tactfulness, diplomacy, and communication skills of complex information

Assists or conducts preparation of budget estimates and activity reports

Develops social media posts for promoting programs and community awareness

Develops and utilizes a database for tracking participation

Serves as a member of various employee and community committees, as assigned

Assists with procurement of services and supplies as needed along with administrative duties pertaining to programs

Works with the Recreation Superintendent to review, develop and implement program policies and procedures related to recreation programing for consideration of approval

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Recreation programmingYouth program developmentFirst Aid/CPR certifiedMicrosoft OfficeBudget preparationDatabase utilizationEvent planningTeam leadershipRisk managementCommunication skills

Required

Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent, and five years of progressively responsible recreation programming and leisure services, education, or childcare services

A degree in Recreation Administration, Sports Management, Leisure Studies, Physical Education, Elementary Education or closely related field and two years of progressively responsible recreation programming and leisure services

Any combination of education and equivalent experience

Knowledge in planning, organizing, and implementing programing for youth camps, after school programs, adult rec/sports programs, wellness programs, and aquatic programs

Skilled in computers and related software such as; Microsoft office and other computer programs necessary or as assigned. (Publisher, Photoshop, Access)

Skilled in team leadership and management

Skilled in researching programs and program development

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with supervisors, department heads, city employees, employee teams and members of the public

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with all city employees, and the public toward the common goal of providing high quality services

Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments/projects and priorities simultaneously to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities

Ability to suggest and carry out procedures to assure highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance

Must possess a valid Montana Driver's license upon date of hire

History of a satisfactory driving record

First Aid/CPR certified