Job Description

Posting number: PR-2026-08

Department: Parks and Recreation Department

Division: The Centre at University Park (Adult Center)

Job classification: Recreation Programmer I (Senior Affairs)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Recreation, Parks and Recreation

Summary

JOB OBJECTIVE: To plan, organize and coordinate various aquatic, recreational, and leisure activities and programs for adult and senior participants at the Senior Centre’ at University Park in the Department of Parks and Recreation.

SAFETY/SECURITY SENSITIVE DESIGNATION: Under Review by the Office of the City Attorney

Examples of duties

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Qualifications

These knowledge, skills, and abilities are usually, although not always, acquired through the completion of two (2) years of college coursework in Parks and Recreation Management, Recreation Administration, Parks Administration, Leisure Sciences, Physical Education, or a related area, one (1) year of experience assisting with the coordination of recreational and leisure activities for adults, or a related area and one (1) year of leadership or supervisory experience. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid Arkansas Class D (Non-Commercial Vehicle) Driver’s License before employment and maintain licensure for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must possess Standard First Aid and Community CPR certifications, or other certifications which incorporate Standard First Aid and Infant, Child and Adult CPR, within six (6) months of employment, and maintain certifications for the duration of employment in this position.
• Must be available to work outside normal working hours including shift assignments, nights, and weekends.

DISCLAIMER:

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Supplemental information

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• Applicant’s answers to supplemental questions will be used to screen for minimum qualifications electronically.
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