Salary: $52,056.57 – $83,290.51 Annually
Location : Plantation, FL
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 7502-04
Department: RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Opening Date: 09/12/2023
Closing Date: 9/20/2023 8:00 AM Eastern
Description
This is a non-exempt position, which is professional recreation work assisting in the planning, organizing and implementing recreation activities and special events within the Parks and Recreation Department. An employee in this position also assists with seeking sponsorships for events and assists outside groups with events held at City facilities. The employee works within departmental policies and procedures, however exercises independent judgment in the application of specialized knowledge of community recreation programming. Assist with the direction of the maintenance, office staff, facility attendants and instructors assigned to the facility/event. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Superintendent of Events who reviews work through observation and personal conferences for attainment of desired program results.
Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.
Examples of Duties
Assists in the planning, developing and implementing recreational activities and special events.
Assists in the direction of maintenance, office staff, facility attendants and instructors assigned to the facility/event.
Collects fees and charges for on-going recreation programs, classes and special events.
Executes purchase orders authorized by the department director.
Assists with the publicity of all City-wide special events.
Oversee coordinating prizes and sponsorship of events.
Assists with the inventory, check out, upkeep and repair of facility and event equipment.
Performs any assigned duty before, during and after a declared emergency.
Works with various City organizations and outside vendors with events held on City property.
Ensures compliance with City Code and procurement policies and procedures by reviewing and monitoring purchases conducted by any designee, department, or official.
This position does not have final procurement authority.
Performs other related duties as required and as directed.
Typical Qualifications
Thorough knowledge of principles, practices, procedures and techniques of recreational activities and special events.
Knowledge of multi-disciplined recreation activities, including individual and group activities.
Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette and procedures with the ability to provide information to the public via telephone and in person.
Ability to effectively supervise and direct the activities of subordinates in a manner conducive to full performance and high moral.
Ability to demonstrate good public relation skills with visitors and participants.
Ability to work a flexible work schedule including nights, weekends and holidays to accommodate the facility’s needs and assist in special events during the year.
Ability to supervise and interact with children in various programs offered by the City in a safe and professional manner.
Ability to maintain complex records and prepare accurate reports.
Ability to maintain facility and events for safety hazards and knowledge of proper use of safety practices.
Ability to meet and deal courteously with the general public and establish and maintain an effective working relationship with civic groups, City officials and other municipal employees.
Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.
Ability to learn basic computer skills as well as Vermont Systems Rec Trac Registration System and other necessary certifications and training
Ability to perform manual labor.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Associates degree in recreation/physical education or two (2) years experience in conducting organized recreational programs and recreation center operations. Any equivalent combination of education, experience and training may be considered.
LiveScan Fingerprint Process
Incumbents in this job class are required to undergo a Level 2 Background Screening as required by the State of Florida. The screening includes a photograph, fingerprint-based searches of criminal records nationally, and is performed using the electronic LiveScan process.
Supplemental Information
This is a designated “Response” classification in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies. Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.
Probationary Period
All new employees serve a one (1) year probationary period from date of hire.
Working Hours
Most full-time employees work 40 hours per week unless otherwise indicated.
Hours of Operation Monday through Friday (except City Holidays) 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM unless otherwise noted.
Pay Check
Pay checks are issued bi-weekly every other Friday; direct deposit of paycheck required to any banking institution is mandatory.
Insurance Coverage
Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Closest thousand to amount of Annual Salary (policy paid for by the City) up to $50,000.
Hospitalization, Major Medical, Dental and Vision
The Employee pays a portion of the cost for themselves and for dependent coverage at a rate established by Administration.
Dependent Coverage: spouses are eligible only if they do not have entitlement to participate in another employer’s group medical plan or Medicare.
General Employees Pension
Retirement – Mandatory contribution is 4% of base pay.
Normal Retirement Date: Age 59 and completion of 10 years of credited service.
Holidays
The City of Plantation observes eleven (12) paid holidays per year as declared by the City Council each year.
Personal Day
All full-time employees will be given the benefit of one (1) personal day per calendar year. Cannot be used until employed six (6) months; can not be carried over from one year to the next.
Sick Leave
13 days per year. Accrues 4 hours at end of each bi-weekly pay period. Maximum accrual is 480 hours.
Annual Leave
General Employees
1 – 5 years – 13 days per year
5 – 15 years – 19 ½ days per year
15 years or more – 26 days per year
Maximum Accrual is 240 hours. An employee is not entitled to use annual leave until employed 6 months.
Funeral Leave
3 days (8 hours each)
Jury Duty
Paid full salary – all fees received, excluding mileage must be turned into the City.
Educational Reimbursement
Employees will be entitled to a refund of their tuition and lab fees upon the successful completion of each approved course based on the following scale: (After one (1) year of employment)
Grade A…………………100 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
Grade B…………………75 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
Grade C…………………50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
“Pass” in lieu of grade…..50 percent refund equal to the state fees charged
01
Do you currently posses an Associates degree in recreation/physical education or two (2) years experience in conducting organized recreational programs and recreation center operations. If yes, please explain below.
02
Please indicate any other work experience you have had you believe is relevant for this position?
03
Do you have a Certified Parks and Recreation Professional (CPRP) designation?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you claim Veteran’s Preference? (Check “no” if this does not apply.)
- Yes
- No
05
If you answered “Yes” to Veterans Preference above, did you attach your DD-214 – MEMBER 4 form, the Veterans’ Preference Certification, FDVA form VP-1 and, if applicable, other certification forms. Please see Veterans Preference link on the Employment page for additional information. Failure to attach these documents will result in no Veterans Preference being given. (Check “NA” if this does not apply.)
- Yes
- No
- Not Applicable
Required Question