Career Details

PARKS AND RECREATION

ATHLETICS COORDINATOR (AYNOR AREA)
posted : 04/22/2025
Status :
Open
Close Date :
05/23/2025
Salary :
31,503.88
Type :
FULL TIME
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General Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: Under minimal supervision, is responsible for organizing, planning, coordinating, administering and evaluating diversified and comprehensive athletic programs for the Parks and Recreation Department at the designated Recreation District location. The Athletic Coordinator must be capable organizing, planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating diversified and comprehensive athletic programming in a designated district to best meet the needs of citizens of Horry County. The Athletic Coordinator develops professional relationships with community groups and individuals to foster strong partnerships. This individual is a self-starter who is active and who enjoys coaching, refereeing, scorekeeping, creating rosters, and interacting with children, families and seniors. Ensures all work is conducted within budgetary constraints and according to County Policy, codes and standards of quality under the supervision. Assists as needed with additional duties and responsibilities. Work involves the exercise of initiative, sound judgment, and discretion in the performance of duties. Assignments are in the form of general outline or desired results, with methods and routines expected to be developed and implemented as appropriate. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Duties for this Position
  • Develops and facilitates programs for all athletics within the designated district.
  • Plans special events.
  • Develops programs with emphasis on physical activity, nutrition education and character development
  • Hires and trains staff and supervises site supervisors and coordinates with other program coordinators.
  • Assists and coordinates with recruitment of instructors, officials, and volunteers for programs.
  • Manages and directs staff on implementing athletic programs in his/her control and coordinates with other recreation staff with programs not under their direct supervision.
  • Oversees participant discipline and conducts parent meetings.
  • Supervises the implementation of programs and activities countywide.
  • Monitors financial and activity reports and submits reports, including set-up, fees, timely payment, follow-up of non-payment, breakdown, clean-up, etc.
  • Assesses and evaluates community recreation needs and programs.
  • Obtain quotes, enter requisitions and perform ordering of supplies, materials or services as directed by their supervisor within county policy.
  • Inspects facilities and submits reports or work order requests to Director of Parks and Recreation.
  • Perform work safely in accordance with department safety procedures and the County Safety Program.
  • Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work conditions or practices to Supervisor.
  • Designs and prepares communications such as flyers, banners, advertising, etc. to the public.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with organizations /groups, government agencies, and the public.
  • Represents the department in County, State or National organizations as directed by the Director of Parks and Recreation.
  • May be required to work after normal hours as necessary.
  • Must be able to work nights and weekends for scheduled programs.
  • May be asked to perform light custodial activity including trash, sweeping floor, and wiping counters as it relates to programming.
  • All other duties assigned related to the job.
  • Keeps informed of changes in operation philosophies and policies of the County and continually reviews department policies to ensure that any changes in County philosophy or practice are appropriately incorporated.
  • Provide friendly, timely and responsive customer service.
Position Minimum Requirements
  • Practices continuous learning through individual study, classroom training, seminars and conferences.
  • High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent required. 2-or-4 year degree in Education or Recreation related field required OR has combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
  • A South Carolina or North Carolina Driver’s license. First Aid, AED and CPR certification or required within 6 months of employment. .
  • Knowledgeable of the required records, charts, documents, and related information required by the County and is able to maintain proper data and information as required.
  • Has the ability to make sound, educated decisions. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has skill in the use of computers, email, office programs, and learn new programs as needed.
  • Is able to develop, interpret, and apply policies and procedures. Has the ability to communicate and interact with people from a very wide variety of backgrounds as well as education levels.
  • Bachelors degree in Recreation Administration or related field preferred.
  • 3 years of supervisory experience and scheduling and budgeting recreation activities preferred.
  • Must be able to pass the required pre-employment physical and background check.
  • 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 frequently works in an outdoor environment. The noise level in this environment can at times be loud, requiring proper hearing protection. The employee must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions including extreme cold, heat, rain, windy, wet, and humid. Should expect seasonal variations in work schedule and assignments. May work evenings and weekends and will be expected to work during days when children are off school.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform 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 is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, use hands, fingers, handle, feel or operate objects, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Required to regularly stand; use hands, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Frequently required to walk. Task required to sit: climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee must communicate clearly and effectively; must understand and be understood. On occasions, the employee may be required to climb and balance. The employee must frequently carry, pull, push or lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision. It is essential that the employee be physically able to operate a variety of vehicles and equipment successfully in order to fulfill the essential functions of this position.