Program Assistant (Parks Department)

The Starting Rate for this position is $15.68.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Program Assistant is a PT year-round position which provides support and assistance in the program development and implementation of outdoor recreation programs and special events for the Parks Department.

This position is required to handle a multitude of tasks which include the necessary planning, research, coordination, and supervision of outdoor educational programs, workshops, and tours.  Working under the direction of the Superintendent of recreation, this position also plays in an important role in assisting in the planning, coordination, and supervision of County Park special events such as concerts, festivals and other community-based activities.   

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions: 


* Assists in the planning, implementation, and supervision of existing Parks-sponsored events such as concerts, festivals, and special events. 


* Assists in the planning, implementation, and supervision of existing Park outdoor recreation programs such as nature hikes, fishing, geocaching, orienteering, boating safety and educational workshops.


* Support the development of new outdoor recreation programs through research and comparative analysis. 


* Manage the implementation and supervision of a variety of outdoor experiences, such as hikes, birding, paddling, scouting programs, cycling, kayaking, water safety and winter sports.


* Support the scheduling and coordination of programs, including sending out information and scheduling of staff and volunteers.


* Conduct research and work with the Superintendent of Recreation and Director to identify and develop opportunities for partnerships to promote outdoor recreation. 


* Help manage outsourced athletic programs such as tennis lessons and volleyball tournaments which take place in the Park system.

Coordinate with other staff to avoid scheduling conflicts. 


* Assist with the training, recruitment, scheduling, and recognition of volunteers for the Parks Department who may serve as recreation instructors, guides, and special event attendants.


* Help orient and train seasonal staff and interns in relation to operation of the Parks Recreation and Special Events Programs. 


* Periodically prepare press releases for related activities.


* Assist with researching and preparing grant proposals.


* Responsible for working with other staff to implement and plan special events and recreation programs.


* Other duties as assigned. 

Non-essential Functions


* Maintenance duties as needed.


* Office administrative duties.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:


* Bachelor’s degree from a college or university with major course work in parks and recreation, landscape architecture, environmental studies, or related fields. 


* One (1) years of demonstrated outdoor recreation-related and customer service experience in a public program setting working wit...