DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience:
(A) Graduation from a two-year college or university with a degree in recreation, leisure services, or
a closely related field;
(B) Three years of supervisory experience in the parks and recreation field; or
(C) An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Revised: May, 202
Revised: September, 202

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

(A) Considerable knowledge of recreation philosophy, planning and administration;
(B) Considerable knowledge of the equipment, facilities, operations and techniques used in a
comprehensive community recreation department;
(C) Experience and functional knowledge of Word, Excel, Google/Google Docs, and the ability to
learn design and recreation-based software programs;
(D) Functional knowledge of social media;
(E) Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment;
(F) Skill and current certification in First Aid and CPR;
(G) Ability to develop, coordinate and direct varied activities involved in a community recreation
program;
(H) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors,
other agencies, participants, instructors, community leaders, and the general public;
(I) Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
(J) Ability to plan, and supervise the work of paid staff and volunteers;
(K) Ability to attain either NYSCA or a similar certification.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid state driver’s license in good standing, or ability to attain.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work within a traditional office setting, while
also frequently working in outside weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet
and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals.
The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal while in the office, and moderately loud
when in the field.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the
work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and
employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of
the job change.

THE TOWN OF YARMOUTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE).

I have reviewed and understand the Recreation Coordinator job description and believe it to be
accurate and complete. I understand that the Town of Yarmouth Community Services Director and/or
the Town Manager retain the right to change the job description as deemed necessary. I will follow and
adhere to my job description to the best of my ability.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

• Schedules and runs various tournaments throughout the year.
• Serves as a member of or liaison to various town committees and work teams, as assigned.
• Participates as member of professional association(s) and affiliated sub-groups.

purchases, and other office administration duties.

• Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development through participation i