Salary: $33,842.00 - $35,535.00 Annually Location : Jacksonville, FL Job Type: Civil Service Job Number: 2025-06220 Department: PARKS, RECREATION & COMM SVCS Opening Date: 10/02/2024 Closing Date: Continuous Job Description Are you looking for a position with a work/life balance? Do you want to earn four weeks off during your first year of employment? Do you want low and no cost health insurance options? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to complete your application now. Work for the city you love!!! The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department is actively seeking a Recreation Specialist. Did you know as a City of Jacksonville employee, you would also have 12 paid holidays and a personal leave day as well? In addition to health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and flexible spending plans are also available. City of Jacksonville employees are also eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of public service and on-time payments. This is technical work at the working supervisor level in developing, implementing, monitoring and overseeing recreational, leisure, social and athletic activities and programs. The work requires a knowledge of the methods, techniques, practices and procedures associated with developing and implementing recreational, leisure, social and athletic activities and programs which involves the use of specialized skills which is acquired through a combination of specialized training and considerable on the job experience. Assigns, schedules, trains, monitors, directs, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff and volunteers. Contacts require skills in understanding and/or influencing others and are important in providing services to participants and in guiding other employees, including skills of persuasiveness, assertiveness, and sensitivity to others point of view that are required to influence behavior, change an opinion or turn a situation around. The work is semi-routine in that tasks are covered by procedures or precedents, but some latitude is permitted to consider the most appropriate method, technique, or procedure to follow. The work is performed indoors and outdoors where there are some risks and hazards, but they are known, predictable and controllable. Physical activity is moderate with extended periods of standing or walking required. Operates vehicles, athletic equipment, and standard office equipment such as personal computer, using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, peripheral and electronic devices, copiers and calculators. The work is performed under general supervision where the work assignments are varied and, although subject to standardized practices and procedures, the worker is permitted some latitude to set own priorities subject to superior's approval. Examples of Work
- Develops, implements, monitors and oversees recreational, leisure, social, homework assistance, and athletic activities and programs.
- Prepares schedules of activities and collects applicable fees.
- Assigns, schedules, monitors, directs, reviews, and evaluates the work of assigned staff and volunteers.
- Maintains required records on activities and participants for preparation of reports.
- Explains and demonstrates the methods, techniques and procedures associated with recreational and athletic activities and provides on-site and classroom training to assigned staff and volunteers.
- Schedules transportation for participants to different sites for field trips, sports competitions and special events.
- Inspects facilities and equipment to ensure cleanliness, safety, adequacy and maintenance needs and arranges for repairs or maintenance as needed.
- Administers emergency first aid when required.
- Operates motor vehicles, athletic equipment and personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, peripheral and electronic devices, copiers and calculators.
- Communicates clear direction, manages for results and leads organizational change.
- Assigns responsibility, takes corrective action, demonstrates leadership in evaluating, developing and motivating employees.
- Demonstrates proficiency in the City of Jacksonville's competencies.
- Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of the methods, techniques, practices and procedures associated with developing, implementing, monitoring and overseeing recreational, leisure, social, homework assistance, and athletic activities and programs.
- Knowledge of departmental policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and rules to be followed during recreational activities.
- Ability to develop, implement, and monitor recreational, leisure, social, homework assistance, and athletic activities and programs.
- Ability to assign, schedule, monitor, direct, review, and evaluate the work of assigned staff and volunteers.
- Ability to read, understand and apply written materials pertaining to recreational activities.
- Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to provide instruction and training in methods, techniques and procedures associated with recreational, leisure, social and athletic activities and programs.
- Ability to administer emergency first aid.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
- Ability to assess recreational, leisure, social and athletic program needs and develop plans, programs and services.
- Ability to operate motor vehicles, athletic equipment and personal computer using word processing, spreadsheet, database, and other related software, peripheral and electronic devices, copiers and calculators.
- Ability to interact with the general public applying recognized customer service standards.
- Ability to demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills.
Open Requirements/Supplemental Information
- Four years of education and/or experience in developing or overseeing recreational, athletic or educational activities and programs.
- Must pass background screening on a local, state and federal level as required by the State of Florida Children and Family Services.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION:
- Must secure CPR and First Aid Certification within 6 months.
- A valid driver's license is required prior to appointment and must be maintained.
- Depending on assignment, a valid Class B with P Endorsement Commercial Driver's License (CDL), may be required within 90 days of employment, and must be maintained.
- Must qualify for prior to appointment, obtain and maintain during employment a City of Jacksonville Certification as a Public Driver.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- The probationary period for this class is twelve (12) months.
- This classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (Directive 0401).
A FULLY COMPLETED ONLINE APPLICATION IS REQUIRED. Apply at Work history is required for all employment/volunteer work in which qualifications are being based. When meeting/basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript, with your social blacked out, is required with your application. Transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the school's name, classes taken, grades received, type of degree, and date degree was conferred. The application system works best with Google Chrome or Edge with Chromium web browsers. Please try to apply using one of these browsers.To ensure you receive email notifications, be sure to make a trusted sender. You may also track the status of your application and see notifications by logging into your account. For further information regarding the application process please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions on the website. Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and the family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in employment and are encouraged to apply for positions being filled. If claiming veteran's preference, you must attach a DD-214 (Member Form-4 copy) or military discharge papers, or equivalent certification from the Department of Veterans Affairs listing military status, dates of service and character of discharge. You must also attach the Veterans Preference Certification Form and if applicable, the additional forms as noted here: If a candidate believes he or she was not afforded veteran's preference, he or she may file a written complaint, within 60 calendar days upon receipt of notification of the hiring decision, requesting an investigation to: Florida Department of Veterans Affairs Attention: Veterans' Preference Coordinator 11351 Ulmerton Road, Suite 311-K Largo, FL 33778-1630 Email: The City of Jacksonville provides a wide array of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Our comprehensive benefit programs include medical, dental and vision plans; life insurance coverage for you and your dependents; flexible spending plans for medical reimbursement, dependent care, parking, and transit expenses; an employee assistance program for you and your dependents; a 457(b) tax-deferred compensation plan to supplement your retirement, and a ROTH IRA plan. We also provide an extensive wellness program that includes a health intervention program if qualified, lunch and learns, health fairs, and discounted gym memberships. Please visit the Employee Benefits website for details on all the plans we offer. 01 Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Copying and pasting your resume or stating see resume does NOT fulfill the requirements of the question. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
02 Are you authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship from the City of Jacksonville either now or in the future?
03 The budgeted annual salary for this position is $33,842- $35,535. This is not negotiable. If selected, would you be willing to accept this position at this salary? (Civil Service positions have a 5% increase after successfully completing probation.)
04 Do you have four (4) years of education and/or experience in developing or overseeing recreational. athletic or education activities and programs?
05 Provide a detailed description (at least 3-4 complete sentences) of your experience. 06 Indicate the organization(s) you worked for where you gained this experience. 07 If you have a degree, indicate which degree you have and include any major/minor. If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. 08 Do you have a valid motor vehicle operator license that is not under suspension/revocation or restricted under any pending or current citations/court proceedings? Please indicate which license you possess.
- FL Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL)
- FL Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)
- FL Class C Commercial Driver License (CDL)
- FL Class E Driver License
- GA Standard Driver's License
- GA Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- GA Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- GA Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- License from another State.
- Learner Permit
- My license is currently invalid.
- I do not possess any type of Driver's License.
09 If you have a State of FL license, does your license currently have one or more of these restrictions?
- C or 1 - Business Purpose Only
- D or H - Employment Purposes
- P or 2 - Probation Interlock Device
- S or I - Other Restriction
- Two or more of these restrictions.
- I have an out of state license.
- None of the above.
10 Have you been cited for more than three (3) moving violations, or two (2) at fault accidents within the past 12 months from current date?
11 Have you been considered a Habitual Traffic Offender (HTO) within the past 12 months from current date?
12 Have you been convicted of Driving-Under-the-Influence (DUI) in any state during the last 36 months from current date?
13 I consent to the City of Jacksonville using the driver's license information I have provided to access a driver's license report from the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles. I understand if one was accessed with relation to this application, a copy will be provided to me upon request.
- Yes, the City of Jacksonville has my consent to check my driver's license.
- No, I do not wish to give consent to the City of Jacksonville to check my driver's license.
- I do not possess a valid driver's license.
14 Provide your full Driver's License or Identification number. For out of state license, please include the state. If a correct number is not provided, your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process. 15 Are you able to pass a background screening on a local, state and federal level as required by the State of Florida Children and Family Services?
16 Do you understand that you must secure CPR and First Aid Certification within 6 months?
17 Do you understand this classification performs safety-sensitive functions and is subject to pre-employment, random and other drug/alcohol testing programs as set forth in the City of Jacksonville's Drug Free Workplace Policy (0401)?
- Yes, I have read and understand the statement above.
- No
18 If you are requesting veterans preference, you MUST download the appropriate state of Florida form (even if you don't live in Florida) and attach it to your application. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL DELAY YOUR VETERANS PREFERENCE STATUS.Please download the forms at
- Yes, I am claiming veterans preference and I understand that I MUST download the appropriate form and attach it to my application.
- No, I am not claiming veterans preference and this does not apply to me.
19 If basing qualifications on education, a copy of your college transcript is required with your application. College transcripts do not need to be official, but must state your name, the name of the school, type of degree, classes taken, grades received and date degree was conferred. NOTE: A copy of your diploma does not meet this requirement. Transcripts from colleges outside of the U.S. must be converted to U.S. Standards. If required documents are not provided your application will be considered incomplete and may result in disqualification from the selection process.
- I have read the above statement and understand what is required.
20 This position is located in an office and is not a remote location.
- I have read and understand the above statement.
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