Activity Coordinator - City of Savannah, GA : Job Details

Salary: $42,861.00 Annually Location : Various Locations in Savannah, GA Job Type: Full-Time Permanent Job Number: 2502204 Department: Parks & Recreation Department Division: Recreation Services Division Opening Date: 01/10/2025 Closing Date: 3/3/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Purpose Plan, organize and execute a variety of indoor and outdoor recreational activities at a heavily utilized recreation centers. This position, under minimal supervision, is responsible for leading various activities within a recreation center or park facility, monitoring equipment buildings, and supplies. May require nights and weekend shifts Essential Job Functions • Develop, lead and evaluate programs and activities in a recreation center or park facility. • Provide customer service, registration, and handling of funds in a recreation center or park facility through telephone, emails, web site, social media and walk in patrons and customers for information, program registration, center daily use and rentals. • Ensure safety of participants/spectators involved in after-school, summer, or other recreational programs. • Enforce rules and regulations. • Collect fees and take registrations for recreational programs and facility rentals. • Assist in light maintenance of facilities and recreational areas. • Handle inquiries and complaints from public. • Some programs may require driving a city vehicle to transport participants or commute to a different location. • Assist with department events and field trips. • May serve as the manager on duty if the Center Supervisor is not available. • Schedules activities and facility space for various groups and organizations. • Creates recruiting strategies for program participation. • Creates partnerships with other like agencies to maximize participation levels. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by two (2) years of experience working in leisure services, education or the recreation field; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. First Aid/CPR certification required or must obtain within six (6) months of employment. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history. Additional Information Please Note: Schedule will be flexible and may change periodically to accommodate City programs, events, and facility rentals**Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. Additional Information Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures. Knowledge of training techniques. Knowledge of accounting and record keeping techniques. Knowledge of department policies and procedures. Knowledge of city regulations. Skill in interpersonal relations. Skill in the use of computers and other standard office equipment. Skill in organization and record keeping. Skill in oral and written communication. CITY OF SAVANNAH EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Overview of Benefits Paid Holiday Paid Vacation Paid Sick Leave Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions) Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan Retirement Seminars PPO Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Health & Wellness Incentives Long Term Disability Excellence and Service Recognition Employee Development and In-Service Training Educational Assistance Program Uniform Allowance (select positions) Employee Assistance Program Discounts and Memberships Employee Relations Direct Deposit Credit Union Pretax Parking Deductions Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program Domestic Partnership Benefits Healthcare PPO Medical Plus Plan PPO Medical Basic Plan Dental Plus Plan Dental Basic Plan Vision Service Plan Life Insurance Basic Life and ADD Supplemental Life Employee Supplemental Life Spouse Supplemental Life Child Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.