Community Center Specialist - Dr. John Bryant

***City residents will earn a 4% differential on top of the hourly pay range. Learn more and apply today!*** **INTRODUCTION:** The Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department mission: to preserve our parks and open spaces and provide essential recreational programs and cultural services in a safe, professional, and friendly manner. The department manages parks totaling over 1,100 acres, 5 community centers, and many other facilities to provide a wide variety of recreational opportunities. **POSITION PURPOSE** **:** Under the direction of the Community Center Recreation Supervisor/Director, this individual will assist in providing and overseeing recreational activities for citizens of all ages, as well as day-to-day building operations. This includes engaging participants in a wide range of programs and managing activities across multiple spaces such as gymnasiums, game rooms, art rooms, ceramics studios, and music rooms.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES** **:** - Supervise and monitor assigned areas within the community center, including gyms, art rooms, ceramics studios, music rooms, game rooms, and other activity spaces. - Plan, organize, and implement center activities for diverse age groups. - Assist with the development and coordination of youth, adult, and senior programming in various program areas. - Supervise and engage participants in activities, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable environment. - Supervise and counsel youth – limited to scope of training. - Provide support during special events and field trips as assigned. - Use of computers and office technology to complete routine administrative and operational tasks. - Any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values. **ASSOCIATED DUTIES** **:** - Maintain and organize equipment and supplies for multiple program areas, reporting needed repairs promptly. - Open, close, and secure the community center as scheduled. - Maintain accurate attendance and program participation records. - Promote and maintain safety within the facility, responding appropriately to incidents and emergencies. - Performs related duties as assigned. **ENVIRONMENTAL** **/WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE POSITION:** - Air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned work areas. - Exposure to heat and cold elements while working with the public indoors and outdoors. - Exposure to odors from cleaning products, floor strippers and waxes. - Exposure to moving objects such as recreation equipment may occur. **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:** - High school diploma or equivalent. - Reliable transportation to travel between community center locations. **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:** - Previous experience working with youth, teens, adults, and seniors in a recreation or community-based setting. **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED** **:** - Ability to facilitate a variety of programs, including arts, sports, music, games, and educational activities. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to resolve conflict in a professional, polite, and equitable manner. - Flexibility to work at any of the five community centers located throughout the City of Racine, as assigned. - A demonstrated history of excellent work attendance. - Ability to operate a computer and use basic software applications, including email and word processing programs, with a willingness to learn new technology and systems as needed. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION** **:** - Some extended day, evening, and weekend hours are required. - Possible exposure to extreme elements of heat and cold. - Ability to manage stressful situations when working with the public. - Walking, sitting, standing, talking, hearing, reaching, carrying, lifting, pushing/pulling, writing, driving, grasping, bending, twisting. **EQUIPMENT USED** **:** - Copy machine, telephone, postage meter, computer, fax machine, van and automobile, scissors and miscellaneous office equipment, cell phones, walkie-talkie, sc…