Recreation Specialist - Institutional (Recreation Specialist)
Works under the general direction of the Recreation Supervisor and/or Assistant Supervisor of Recreation. The requirements of the position include knowledge of the goals, principles, methods, and techniques. Supervises the operation of the recreation and leisure time program. Will solicit suggestions from the inmate population, plan and create recreational activities based upon research, purchase the equipment and supplies needed for such programs, draw up necessary tournament rosters, etc., and assure that appropriate recreational activities take place in a timely fashion. Responsible for planning, developing, and implementing special recreation programs, i.e., yoga, varsity softball, aerobics, etc. Assist the Recreation Supervisor and the other recreation/sports specialists in planning, organizing, advising on and administering recreation activities and programs which promote the physical, creative and social development. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staffs correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis. To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements:
Education:
GL-7:
1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement. GL-9:
A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related. Undergraduate and Graduate Education:
Major study-general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation, such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wild land recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education. OR
Experience:
GL-07:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GL-05 grade level. Experience at this level demonstrates the ability to apply principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
Experience in developing team sports and activities or tournaments. Experience that demonstrates skill in a wide range of participant interest, experience in developing and overseeing a recreation program's daily operation and primarily organize and direct participants. Experience in developing and implementing activities and arrange for community resources, experience in developing indoor and outdoor activities to meet the needs of an inmate population. GL-09:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GL-07 grade level. Experience at this level have the ability to adapt and develop program activities to meet the divergent needs of an inmate population and the ability to conduct classes and training to coaches, participants, and/or officials for various sports. Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
Experience in planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs. Experience in planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels. Experience in instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management. Experience in serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations. Experience in organizing athletic leagues, tournaments, and other recreational activities, as well as all types of passive, social, and cultural leisure activities. OR Combination of Education and
Experience:
You may have a combination of successfully completed higher education and experience. This experience must have equipped you with the particular qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities. Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Education:
GL-7:
1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement. GL-9:
A Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D., if related. Undergraduate and Graduate Education:
Major study-general recreation, or one of the appropriate fields of recreation, such as outdoor recreation; recreation and parks leadership; wild land recreation management; natural resources recreation; youth recreation; public, urban, or community recreation; special populations recreation (e.g., senior citizens, institutional, etc.); or physical education. OR
Experience:
GL-07:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GL-05 grade level. Experience at this level demonstrates the ability to apply principles of one or more specialty areas of recreation. Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
Experience in developing team sports and activities or tournaments. Experience that demonstrates skill in a wide range of participant interest, experience in developing and overseeing a recreation program's daily operation and primarily organize and direct participants. Experience in developing and implementing activities and arrange for community resources, experience in developing indoor and outdoor activities to meet the needs of an inmate population. GL-09:
You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the GL-07 grade level. Experience at this level have the ability to adapt and develop program activities to meet the divergent needs of an inmate population and the ability to conduct classes and training to coaches, participants, and/or officials for various sports. Some examples of this qualifying experience are:
Experience in planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising, or evaluating community, industrial, outdoor, institutional, or other recreational programs. Experience in planning, establishing, or evaluating a recreational curriculum for junior college or higher academic levels. Experience in instructing in the principles and techniques of recreational program planning and management. Experience in serving in a leadership role in the programs and activities of local, regional, and/or national recreational organizations. Experience in organizing athletic leagues, tournaments, and other recreational activities, as well as all types of passive, social, and cultural leisure activities. OR Combination of Education and
Experience:
You may have a combination of successfully completed higher education and experience. This experience must have equipped you with the particular qualifications to perform the major duties of this position as described above. If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities. Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.
- Department:
0188 Recreation Specialist - Salary Range:
$49,016 to $70,541 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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