Recreation Specialist - Recreation Centers

This job will be accepting job applications until the position is filled. **Hourly:** $31.36 - $22.37 **Department:** Culture & Recreation, Recreation **Division:** Recreation Facility Operations **FLSA:** Non-Exempt **Job Description:** This role will coordinate activities of paid and volunteer recreation service personnel in community centers, playgrounds, and other recreation facilities. ###  Examples of Duties: * Develops and promotes recreation programs, including music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural arts, nature study, swimming, social recreation and games, and camping.  * Adapts recreation programs to meet needs of the department and the community.  * Introduces new program activities, equipment, and materials to staff.  * Interprets recreation service to public and participates in community meetings and organizational planning.  * Works with other recreation personnel to ensure that recreation is well balanced, coordinated, and integrated.  * Performs other duties as assigned. ###  Basic Qualifications: * Two years of related experience and/or training  * High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of education and experience  * Valid state issued driver's license * CPR certification  * First Aid certification  preferred * Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word or similar software  ###  Preferred Qualifications: * Certified Park and Recreation (CPRP) Professional  The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation.  Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: [www.charleston-sc.gov \[charleston-sc.gov\]](https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.charleston-sc.gov__;!!EaFwQfVEJhAZolrQq2b3eQ!QBa-8W6QZlJrr9Kit6_8xWc8nrmWB7BFjgDF3yUlBFQvwO9FazyMlTItb88uuyMJGaSAyhd0G4DhSiZ-_35oQNXr3iOn1WqEJVU$)