Assistant Recreation Specialist - Arts & Adult Enrichment

CITY EQUITY STATEMENT
The City of Westminster welcomes diverse candidates from the broadest base possible. Our goal is to find the best candidate for the job-someone who belongs, not just fits. We value life and professional experiences, recognizing equivalent combinations of knowledge skills and education.

Aligned with our city SPIRIT values, the successful candidate will have a passion and commitment to serving a diverse population of residents and must respect and uphold the principles of justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging.

We encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for this role, even if you believe you have a less traditional background than described we invite you to apply.

POSITION PURPOSE / IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION

The Assistant Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting the Recreation Specialist in all aspects of administration, management, coordination, and planning of Art and Adult Enrichment recreational programs. Assists in the oversight of recreation programs involving coordination, planning, and supervising staff, volunteers, and participants in multi-functional recreation programs. The work schedule varies based on program and the schedule is subject to change throughout the year. Position requires the ability to travel and work at various facilities as needed.

The full salary range for this position is stated above. The starting range of pay is dependent on qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster has a Multilingual Stipend Program to encourage and reward benefited employees who are conversationally fluent in languages other than English. Benefited employees have the opportunity to test their language proficiency skills and qualify for a bi-weekly stipend that will vary based on the employee’s level of proficiency and usage.

ORGANIZATIONAL COMPETENCIES AND CULTURAL VALUES/GENERAL COMPETENCIES

The City's work culture encourages passionate, positive and enthusiastic employees who, along with our City Council and City Manager, are strong supporters of our mission: The City of Westminster provides high-quality core services and fosters resilience in order to promote a safe and thriving community. Westminster is a city of beautiful, safe, well-maintained neighborhoods and destinations with a vibrant, diverse economy, rich and resilient environment and a strong sense of community belonging. Our core values are embodied in our SPIRIT (Service - People - Integrity - Respect - Innovation - Teamwork).

This position supports the goals of the Parks, Recreation, and Libraries Department, which enhances the quality of life for all Westminster citizens by providing diverse leisure, recreational, and informational services and resources, as well as acquiring, developing, and maintaining first-class parks, facilities, open spaces, and recreational trails. This position works towards the accomplishment of the Department's mission: “Together we create exceptional opportunities for a vibrant community with a commitment to nature, wellness, and literacy.”

Every employee is accountable to:

• Demonstrate a high level of customer service; encourage others to focus on the customer; foster an environment where customer service is a priority
• Communicate with customers to ensure that, where possible, they are satisfied and that their needs are being addressed; solicit and evaluate customer feedback
• Act as an ambassador by understanding and fostering the organization's mission and vision
• Exhibit pride in self, the department, the city, and the community; conduct self in a professional manner
• Demonstrate integrity and build trust through credibility, reliability, commitment, loyalty, and ethical behavior
• Address difficult or contentious issues in a constructive manner
• Support/promote change; demonstrate flexibility and take calculated risks when appropriate
• Participate in personal growth opportunities and attend trainings designed to enhance capacity to bring new skills and ideas to the job and the organization
• Work to continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered
• Demonstrate support for team efforts by accepting new roles and responsibilities and helping others achieve objectives
• Value diversity; demonstrate an awareness of differences; demonstrate sensitivity and adapt behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences

GENERAL COMPETENCIES
Citywide - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Establish effective interpersonal relationships through honest, open communication and follow-through on commitments
• Recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and target areas for personal self-development
• Demonstrate initiative in performing job tasks
• Exhibit problem-solving skills leading to sound judgment and quality decisions
• Achieve goals, handle assigned workload and new assignments effectively; demonstrate an ability to work independently
• Communicate effectively with individuals and groups using clear and concise verbal and written communications
• Demonstrate accountability for work and take ownership of job performance
• Demonstrate concern for the accuracy and quality of work; take steps to correct mistakes and improve the overall product

Job Specific - Every employee in this position must be able to:

• Coordinate, develop, and implement recreational programs under the supervision of the Recreation Specialist
• Follow safety protocols and proper use of PPE when cleaning or coming into contact with bloodborne pathogens
• Follow written and verbal instructions

• Work with the public effectively and establish effective working relationships with other employees

• Operate standard office equipment such as copy and fax machines, personal computers, and telephone
• Respond calmly and effectively to and handle emergencies, making proper judgments as to the correct course of action
• Perform multiple tasks
• Work efficiently in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and RecTrac
• Type a minimum of 25 words per minute
• Demonstrate knowledge of proper telephone and email etiquette
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Demonstrate creativity, self-motivation, and knowledge in the recreation program area

Leadership/Supervisory - Every employee in this position is accountable to:

• Foster a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, reinforcing, and supportive
• Encourage employees to be accountable for their work and take ownership of what they do
• Demonstrate leadership and courage by making or supporting decisions that reflect the organizational mission and goals, even when the decision may be unpopular to some
• Demonstrate collaboration and conflict resolution skills with other departments and employees
• Help employees to see the value of developing their skills, and assist them in eliminating barriers to their development; encourage employees to step outside their comfort zone to develop their skills
• Assist Recreation Specialist in providing meaningful, timely employee feedback and appraisals, and effectively address employee performance problems
• Effectively supervise, mentor, and motivate in a team environment

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS

Essential Job Functions, Duties, Responsibilities, and Tasks
Assists with the daily operations of recreation programs, equipment, and facilitiesAssists with RecTrac maintenance, class management, and contacting guests as neededInventories, orders, and tracks program equipment and suppliesAcquires supplies as needed from local vendors and storesAssists with organizing invoices, creating purchase orders, and tracking budget accounts when requestedCarries a City purchasing card (P-Card) for program purchases and follows all P-Card policies and proceduresMaintains the safety of staff and program participantsMaintains regular and punctual attendanceAbility to travel between recreation facilities to assist in program supervision and guest service Other Duties and Responsibilities
May cover the duties of the Recreation Specialist position as needed Incumbent is accountable for all duties of this job and other projects and responsibilities may be added at the City’s discretion.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS/PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses, and Certifications
Required :

• A minimum of 21 years of age
• Experience with program administration and guest service
• Must possess or be able to obtain a CPR and Standard First Aid Certificate within ninety (90) days of employment

Preferred :

• One year of experience working in recreation/leisure services, or the art industry
• College-level courses in recreation, education, or a closely related subject field
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, RecTrac, and Adobe or similar computer software programs

Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills may be considered.

Physical Requirements
Work is physical in nature and involves:

• Constant near acuity and hearing are needed to perform daily functions and communicate with patrons and staff
• Constant standing, walking on uneven terrain and climbing stairs in a multi-level facility to observe recreation center activity and events for safety and hazards
• Constant near and far acuity to observe program participants for possible safety hazards
• Frequently lifting of fifty (50) pounds from floor to waist, thirty-five (35) pounds from floor overhead; frequent carry, push, pull fifty (50) pounds of supplies, equipment, and material up to 100 feet for event set up; occasional carrying of up to 100 pounds of equipment, supplies and materials up to ten (10) feet
• Due to the occasional use of hand tools, fine motor skills, along with a firm grasp and frequent reaching below the shoulder and overhead, are needed
• Occasional lifting of ten (10) pounds from the floor to overhead to move equipment and supplies; occasional lifting of up to seventy-five (75) pounds from the floor to chest to assist in moving furniture, equipment, and patrons on backboards

WORKING CONDITIONS
Work in this position is performed primarily indoors in an office and at recreation centers, with occasional work outdoors for seasonal programs.

Required Materials and Equipment
Equipment used may include computers, keyboards, copy and fax machines, telephones, calculators, televisions, audiovisual equipment (such as DVD and CD players), public service announcement equipment, small hand tools (like hammers, screwdrivers, and tape measures), and a variety of recreational and maintenance tools.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Background checks will include employment references and criminal history, and when applicable, credit check, driver's license record, and education verification
• Pre-employment drug screen and physical
• Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

The City of Westminster, Colorado, is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and aims to have its workforce reflect the community.

The City of Westminster offers a comprehensive benefit package including:

• Health and Dental
• Flexible Spending
• Pension/Retirement Plans
• Term Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Survivor Benefits
• Wellness Program
• Career Development Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Leave program that provides for vacation, holidays, sick leave, major illness, and on the job injury

For a more detailed overview of our General Non Exempt employee benefit package:
Benefit Package

The City of Westminster does not participate in the Social Security system. In lieu of Social Security contributions, the city contributes to a 401(a) defined contribution plan on your behalf.

401(a) Contribution Rates:
Employee Mandatory Contribution: 11.5% of your base pay. Contributions are pre-tax and fully vested.
Employer Contribution: 12% of your base pay.

Employer Contribution Vesting Schedule

• Less than 3 years - 0%
• 3 to 4 years - 60%
• 4 to 5 years - 80%
• Over 5 years - 100%
• For employees age 55 and older, the employer contributions are 100% vested

The City of Westminster provides employees with innovative and practical ways to improve their commute through two key features, EcoPass and Commute Benefits powered by Commutrics. EcoPass provides unlimited trips on RTD's core transit services and Commute Rewards allows you to record your trips and get rewards based on your commute mode.

Closing Date/Time: 6/9/2025 8:30 AM Mountain

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• City of Westminster, Colorado

• 303-658-2150

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