RECREATION SPECIALIST IV
City and County of Honolulu, Houston, TX, United States
Position Information
“Building Stronger Communities Through Recreation.”
Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking to fill a vacant
Recreation Specialist IV
position within their Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division in Kapolei. Under general supervision of the Parks Maintenance and Recreation Services Administrator and Assistant Administrator, this position is responsible for providing complex administrative support to the Division, program management and program development, serves the proponent for rules and regulations, recreation grant management, implementation of technological systems for recreation uses, and development of the division's internship program.
What You Will Do
Develop research studies, prepare reports and evaluate effectiveness of the city’s recreation programs.
Conduct research, review and comparative analyses of recreational programs.
Develop, review and revise applicable rules, regulations policies and procedures applicable to recreational activities.
Coordinate and develop grant proposals and seek funding sources for new or existing programs.
Develop and manage the division’s internship program for interested candidates seeking a career as a recreation professional.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Special Work Requirements
May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Will serve as a Civil Defense worker.
Enjoy
excellent employment benefits
including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Additional Job Information Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you: • use a valid e-mail account; • verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account; • are subscribed to email notices; • check your spam folders; and • add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Education Requirement Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in recreation, physical education, group work or a related field.
Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
For Example:
Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
Four (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) in recreation may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
Experience Requirement Five years of professional recreation experience, two of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity in program specialties such as aquatics, culture and arts, physical fitness and sports.
Applicable Skills Needed
Knowledge of public and recreation administration and recreation program principles
Understanding of organizational leadership, supervision, and group behavior
Awareness of community recreation needs and related social issues
Strong public relations and community engagement abilities
Ability to interpret and communicate recreation programs to the public
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prepare reports and deliver clear instructions
Substitution: A Master's degree in recreation, physical education, or education from an accredited four‑year college or university may be substituted for one year of general recreation experience. There is
NO
substitution for the required two years of supervisory recreation experience in program specialties.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
Non‑qualifying Experience Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must have been of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
License Requirement Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile).
Examination Process If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job‑related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
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Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) is seeking to fill a vacant
Recreation Specialist IV
position within their Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division in Kapolei. Under general supervision of the Parks Maintenance and Recreation Services Administrator and Assistant Administrator, this position is responsible for providing complex administrative support to the Division, program management and program development, serves the proponent for rules and regulations, recreation grant management, implementation of technological systems for recreation uses, and development of the division's internship program.
What You Will Do
Develop research studies, prepare reports and evaluate effectiveness of the city’s recreation programs.
Conduct research, review and comparative analyses of recreational programs.
Develop, review and revise applicable rules, regulations policies and procedures applicable to recreational activities.
Coordinate and develop grant proposals and seek funding sources for new or existing programs.
Develop and manage the division’s internship program for interested candidates seeking a career as a recreation professional.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Special Work Requirements
May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Will serve as a Civil Defense worker.
Enjoy
excellent employment benefits
including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the “Benefits” tab at the top of this posting or visiting https://www.honolulu.gov/dhr/benefits/.
Additional Job Information Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your email account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery, please make sure you: • use a valid e-mail account; • verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account; • are subscribed to email notices; • check your spam folders; and • add infoneogov@honolulu.gov and info@governmentjobs.com to your contact list.
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.
Minimum Qualification Requirements At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Education Requirement Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with specialization in recreation, physical education, group work or a related field.
Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
For Example:
Four (4) years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
Four (4) years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) in recreation may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
Experience Requirement Five years of professional recreation experience, two of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity in program specialties such as aquatics, culture and arts, physical fitness and sports.
Applicable Skills Needed
Knowledge of public and recreation administration and recreation program principles
Understanding of organizational leadership, supervision, and group behavior
Awareness of community recreation needs and related social issues
Strong public relations and community engagement abilities
Ability to interpret and communicate recreation programs to the public
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prepare reports and deliver clear instructions
Substitution: A Master's degree in recreation, physical education, or education from an accredited four‑year college or university may be substituted for one year of general recreation experience. There is
NO
substitution for the required two years of supervisory recreation experience in program specialties.
Education Verification: Education information must be listed clearly on your application. If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application. As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
Non‑qualifying Experience Having the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as qualifying for the position. Your overall experience must have been of such scope, level and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position.
License Requirement Possession of a valid driver's license (type 3/automobile).
Examination Process If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job‑related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
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