Recreation Specialist - Facilities

The Recreation Specialist - Facilities assists in the day-to-day operation of their assigned recreation center by being responsible for the care and maintenance of the center’s fitness and recreation equipment including free weights, cardio-vascular machines, and sectorized machines, in addition to building infrastructure, such as light fixtures, window coverings, etc. Each recreation center has specific tasks which are unique to that facility and change over time. Completion of these tasks, which may include updating bulletin boards, administering financial aid assistance programs and paperwork retention, are essential to the overall success of the center.

Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential duties of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Provide supervision of variable staff, coordinate the monthly front desk staff schedule, and ensure efficient operation of the recreation center during assigned shifts
• Assist and support the Recreation Coordinator - Facilities in ensuring that operational programs and customer service objectives are met and that the center is clean and attractive
• Assist with short- and long-term planning related to recreation facilities
• Monitor the use of the center and ensure that user policies and procedures are upheld and respond to situations that are unsafe or may cause user discomfort
• Monitor the center’s registration and cash collection procedures and prepare financial and user information for each shift
• Open and close center as required and set up and take down activity areas as needed
• Provide required maintenance on equipment and give direction and instruction on appropriate use of fitness equipment
• Maintain accurate records, initiate reports on center functions and issues, and provide information, updates, and announcements to staff and patrons
• Coordination of the center’s community service program
• Coordinates facility rentals and reservations which can include birthday parties.
• Other duties as assigned

Reporting Relationships
Supervision Received: Recreation Coordinator - Facilities
Supervision Exercised: Supervise regular and variable staff, interns, and volunteers

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Human Performance, Recreation Facility Management; OR

One or more years full-time progressive experience in club/recreation center facility management; OR

A combination of college training and satisfactory and verifiable full-time or equivalent part-time, paid or volunteer, experience in recreation

Certification/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Valid driver’s license and good driving record required.
• Must hold a current certification in Community CPR and First Aid (or obtain within 6 months of hire date)

• Knowledge of scheduling, staff training, and supervision.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication with a wide range of individuals, including school-age children, parents, older adults, and individuals with disabilities.
• Must possess strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple, shifting priorities. 
• Must be able to work independently and as a team member.
• Must possess basic accounting knowledge to prepare and monitor program budgets.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repairs on related facility equipment
• Knowledge and ability to instruct customers on the use of resistance, free weight and cardio-vascular equipment and programs
• Working knowledge of computers and various software programs such as RecTrac

Technology Skills

• Ability to use a personal computer, iPhone, and other technology as required.
• Copy/Fax Machine

All Lakewood employees are expected to work and complete all tasks in a safe manner consistent with training, standard operating procedures, City or Department policies, and common sense. Working in a safe manner includes the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all City and/or Department safety rules. Horseplay on-the-job is strictly forbidden. The failure to work in a safe manner, use PPE, follow standard operating procedure or comply with a safety rule will result adverse employment consequences ranging from verbal discipline to termination from employment, including any applicable reduction in benefits under the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act. Employees are also expected to encourage safe work practices by all co-employees, and to report any unsafe work practices immediately to a supervisor.

LIGHT WORK:  Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for Light Work

Must successfully complete and maintain required state or departmental physical standards and certifications.

The City of Lakewood is a drug-free workplace that provides employment opportunities in compliance with all pertinent federal, state, and local laws.  Accordingly, the City celebrates diversity in the workforce.   This position description is a valid statement of the job duties, responsibilities, requirements and performance expectations of this position.

Salary : $56,028 - $65,915