RECREATION SPECIALIST 2 - 04072026-76443
Tennessee Department of Correction, Mountain City, TN, United States
Location
Department of Correction, Northeast Correctional Complex, Johnson County
Prerequisites A pre-employment drug screening is required. This position requires a criminal background check. Applicants are required to provide information about themselves to be considered for this position.
Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation or a related field and experience equivalent to two years of full-time responsible professional recreation work.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in recreation or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of two years.
Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional or paraprofessional experience in recreation work, or full-time work as a Recreation Assistant in a State Institution or Facility may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years.
Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.
Overview Under general supervision, an incumbent is responsible for professional recreation work of considerable difficulty and performs related work as required. The employee plans and develops recreational and special event programs for the parks within a region or acts as chief recreator for a correctional facility. This class differs from Recreational Specialist 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for more routine work.
Responsibilities
Develop recreation unit objectives and plans for staff development and performance improvement. Supports mission-critical decisions made by upper management.
Recommend changes and improvements in processes and procedures for recreational work activities to improve operational performance. May be asked for recommendations related to recreation unit staffing and organization.
Effectively communicate with other staff and supervisors concerning events, activities, and policies to promote effective completion of work tasks. May coordinate with outside organizations related to recreational programs and activities as required.
Interpret policies and processes for subordinate staff and explain requirements for recreational activities. Provide guidance and coaching to assigned staff.
Promote team building and cooperation with team members to promote an effective and productive work environment.
Schedule daily and weekly unit activities and staff work schedules for recreation programs. Coordinate the workloads and activities of staff under their supervision.
Monitor the procurement, security, and use of recreational materials and supplies including checking for serviceability and safety as required. Process user surveys for future program planning and development.
Attend annual and special training to improve job proficiency and performance.
Competencies
Plans and Aligns
Directs Work
Resourcefulness
Instills Trust
Manages Complexity
Knowledge
Administration and Management
Public Safety and Security
Clerical
Education and Training
Skills
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Instructing
Judgment and Decision Making
Abilities
Problem Sensitivity
Written Comprehension
Speech Clarity
Tools & Equipment
Personal Computer
Telephone
First Aid Kits
Recreational Art Supplies
Sports Equipment
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Prerequisites A pre-employment drug screening is required. This position requires a criminal background check. Applicants are required to provide information about themselves to be considered for this position.
Qualifications Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation or a related field and experience equivalent to two years of full-time responsible professional recreation work.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in recreation or a closely related field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of two years.
Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional or paraprofessional experience in recreation work, or full-time work as a Recreation Assistant in a State Institution or Facility may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years.
Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.
Overview Under general supervision, an incumbent is responsible for professional recreation work of considerable difficulty and performs related work as required. The employee plans and develops recreational and special event programs for the parks within a region or acts as chief recreator for a correctional facility. This class differs from Recreational Specialist 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for more routine work.
Responsibilities
Develop recreation unit objectives and plans for staff development and performance improvement. Supports mission-critical decisions made by upper management.
Recommend changes and improvements in processes and procedures for recreational work activities to improve operational performance. May be asked for recommendations related to recreation unit staffing and organization.
Effectively communicate with other staff and supervisors concerning events, activities, and policies to promote effective completion of work tasks. May coordinate with outside organizations related to recreational programs and activities as required.
Interpret policies and processes for subordinate staff and explain requirements for recreational activities. Provide guidance and coaching to assigned staff.
Promote team building and cooperation with team members to promote an effective and productive work environment.
Schedule daily and weekly unit activities and staff work schedules for recreation programs. Coordinate the workloads and activities of staff under their supervision.
Monitor the procurement, security, and use of recreational materials and supplies including checking for serviceability and safety as required. Process user surveys for future program planning and development.
Attend annual and special training to improve job proficiency and performance.
Competencies
Plans and Aligns
Directs Work
Resourcefulness
Instills Trust
Manages Complexity
Knowledge
Administration and Management
Public Safety and Security
Clerical
Education and Training
Skills
Coordination
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Instructing
Judgment and Decision Making
Abilities
Problem Sensitivity
Written Comprehension
Speech Clarity
Tools & Equipment
Personal Computer
Telephone
First Aid Kits
Recreational Art Supplies
Sports Equipment
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