This is a working level class in the Recreation and Parks Department. Under direction, a Recreation Program Specialist performs technical work related to the development and implementation of recreation programs. Recreation Program Specialists are expected to exercise judgment and initiative in the performance of their duties. This position is distinguished from Recreation Coordinator in that the Recreation Coordinator oversees a number of recreation programs, while the Recreation Program Specialist has direct responsibility for one specific program area.
Work is reviewed through field visits, staff conferences, and review of activity reports.
Responsibilities include providing lead direction to temporary and seasonal recreation staff and volunteers. In addition to the duties listed in the Essential Duties section, each employee in this classification may perform the following duties. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed below, nor do the examples cover all duties which may be assigned. For positions in Aquatics, this must include lifeguard and swim instructor experience. Education - Equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college with coursework in recreation, public administration, physical education, special education or a related field.