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SERVICE AREA COORDINATOR (RECREATION PROGRAMMING SPECIAL EVENTS)

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SERVICE AREA COORDINATOR (RECREATION PROGRAMMING SPECIAL EVENTS)

Salary

$67,019.43 - $90,068.51 Annually

Location

Ohio 45202, OH

Job Type

Full-time Classified

Job Number

25-01928

Department

Recreation Commission

Opening Date

07/14/2025

Closing Date

10/20/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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General Statement of Duties

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under general direction, this employee is responsible for the management of community recreational center(s) and for the supervision of assigned recreation personnel and their Service Area consisting of one or more communities. This employee has administrative responsibility for recreational programs and services provided at other locations within the Service Area (schools, parks, churches, etc.) through collaboration and outreach and may also require non-community based responsibilities. This employee assesses Service Area needs and develops, organizes and implements programs designed to meet these identified needs in accordance with the policies of Recreation Commission. Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)

Knowledge of:

Operating policies and procedures of the department

Emergency and general safety procedures and practices

Program goals and objectives of the department

Basic management techniques (goals setting, motivation, etc.)

Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation

Basic accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals

Basic principles of marketing and public relations

Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations

Principles of budget preparation and financial forecasting

Community resources and existing support agencies related to park, recreation, and leisure activities

Contract, grant, and specification writing

Operation of computers and use of associated software applications

Standard English grammar, usage and spelling; standard business correspondence formats

Safety policies and procedures, e.g., Employee Safety Instruction Manual and applicable agency requirements

Considerable knowledge of the principles and techniques of planning, promoting, organizing and conducting recreational activities

Considerable knowledge of fundamentals, rules, skills, techniques, equipment and materials involved in a variety of recreational activities

Considerable knowledge of objectives of a recreation program

Basic understanding of the CRC business plan

Skill to:

Operate appropriate computer equipment; properly use all related hardware and software

Operate assigned vehicle in the course of duty

Speak publicly

Problem solve

Ability to:

Prepare cost projections and monitor/control budgetary compliance

Establish work priorities

Determine area staff and equipment requirements

Monitor a budget and analyze and interpret accounting/financial information

Determine work schedules for staff

Organize and facilitate meetings involving a variety of participants

Provide training to staff and volunteers

Maintain a professional manner in stressful situations

Work as a team member with area staff, peers, outside agencies, and volunteers

Perform basic statistical functions

Plan appropriate programs for targeted audiences

Mobilize human resources

Interview and assess abilities of job applicants

Facilitate problem-solving at the service area level

Evaluate service area activities and programs related to quantity, quality, and meeting goals and objectives

Instruct others in a variety of recreational activities

Plan, direct, and coordinate a varied recreation program and win the support of staff and the general public for these programs

Schedule recreational activities and personnel

Make recommendations regarding personnel, equipment, maintenance, safety and supply functions

Supervise, correct and train subordinate staff

Develop and maintain harmonious organizational and public relationships

Maintain records and to prepare manuals, correspondence and reports

Operate a computer and utilize related software

Effectively communicate orally and in writing

Develop and present business plans

Required Education and Experience

Each applicant must have five years of experience as a Community Center Director with the City of Cincinnati Recreation Department or an organization with similar operations (i.e. YMCA, YWCA, Boys & Girls Club, etc.)

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Two years of experience as a Community Center Director or Therapeutic Recreation Program Coordinator, with the Cincinnati Recreation Commission or with an organization that offers similar programming and services with a Bachelor's degree. (i.e. YMCA, YWCA, Boys & Girls Club etc.)

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One year experience as a Community Center Director or Therapeutic Recreation Program Coordinator, with the Cincinnati Recreation Commission, and a Master's degree in Recreation Administration or related field. (Business Administration/Organizational Leadership/Education/ Public Administration etc.)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must have a valid Driver's License.

Must furnish own vehicle; may be required to drive to various work sites.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including irregular hours, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, if necessary.

MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Military education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.

Working and Physical Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Office/outdoor environment; travel to various locations; exposure to varying conditions; exposure to moving vehicles.

Physical Conditions:

Duties may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for extended periods of time; general manual dexterity required; audio- visual and linguistic acuity required; work closely with others.

The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.

The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.

The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.

Holidays

The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving

Christmas

Health Insurance

The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.

Eligible dependents include:

Legal Spouse or Equal Partner

Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")

Step-child

Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian

Basic Life Insurance

A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.

Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.

Flexible Benefits Plans

Healthcare Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.

Dependent Care Flex Spending Account

City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.

Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account

City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.

Healthy Lifestyles Program

City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.

Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.

Retirement Plan

The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-timeemployees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.

Deferred Compensation

As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.

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Employer

City of Cincinnati

Address

805 Central Avenue Suite 200

Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202

Phone

513-352-2400

Website

http://agency.governmentjobs.com/cincinnati/default.cfm