Parks Program Specialist at CITY OF MEMPHIS in Memphis, Tennessee

Job Description:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the general supervision of the Assistant Community Engagement Director to plan, organize, and supervise youth age 5- 15 in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities. Consults with administrative staff to plan year-round park activities. Observes necessary precautions to secure the safety of recreation participants. Issues and collects equipment. Maintains activity and attendance records and occasionally prepares reports. Monitors seasonal and other part-time personnel work performance for management. Provides proper emergency care (first aid/ CPR/AED) when necessary. Prepares activity schedule. Works with neighborhood groups to determine interests and needs of targeted groups. Abides by all Parks and Neighborhood rules and regulations. Works with community partners, faith-based, and outside agencies to promote Play Your Park. Inspects city parks for condition of equipment and reports maintenance needs to supervisor. Monitors and forecasts budget expenditures. Monitors weekend and night park events.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to communicate with management, staff and the general public. Must be able to lift and carry athletic equipment (approx. 30 lbs.) Requires ability to demonstrate body movement and skills used in sporting activity and in officiating event which will involve running, bending and reaching.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed mainly in an outdoor environment with some office work required to evaluate and monitor activities, and to inspect playing facilities. Work schedule includes working weekends and nights when necessary to monitor events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation, Physical Education or closely related field and two (2) years of experience in planning programs; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions. Working experience utilizing computer skills in Microsoft Office preferred.

The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. 
 
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov