RECREATION SPECIALIST 2 - 03272024-56716

Job Information

Location of (2) Position(s) to be filled: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, NORTHWEST CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX, LAKE COUNTY

Qualifications

Summary

Responsibilities

1. May be asked for recommendations related to recreation unit staffing and organization.

1. Promote team building, staff development, and cooperation with other team members in order to promote a more effective and productive work environment.

1. Monitor the procurement, security, and use of recreational materials and supplies as required by policy and procedures.

1. Attend required annual and special training to improve job proficiency and performance as required by policy and procedures.

1. Supports mission-critical decisions made by supervisors, managers, and directors.
2. Interacts in a positive manner with other staff members, fellow employees, other agencies, and the public to foster and maintain a harmonious working environment in the facilities' recreational programs.

1. Process annual and special user surveys for future program planning and development as required by policy and procedures.
2. As required delegates to subordinate staff the gathering of information and the conduct of surveys required for planning recreational activities and programs.

1. Maintain records and documentation on inmate recreational labor for attendance and pay as required by code, policy, and procedures.
2. Provide payroll information on time and attendance for staff under their supervision as required by code, policy, and procedures.

1. Monitors the numbers of inmates involved in all daily activities to insure adequate equipment, supplies, and staff coverage are available for the planned activities as required by policy and procedures.
2. Monitor recreation equipment issue, use, and inventory as required by policy and procedures.

1. Check all recreation supplies, equipment, and facilities for serviceability and safety as required by policy and procedures.

1. Develop recreation unit objectives and plans for staff development and performance improvement.

1. Follows due process procedures to report and effectively resolve unresolved conflicts.
2. Communicate effectively with others to resolve conflicts quickly and efficiently.

1. Mentors and/or assists in training of new staff and current staff in order to promote staff development and to improve work performance within the facility's recreation unit.

1. Maintain files, reports, and records for daily operations, personnel, and administration as required by code, policy, and procedures.

1. Participate in the staffing, hiring, and promoting processes for the recreational unit staffing.

1. Attend meetings as required to gather information for recreation planning and coordination in accordance with policy and procedures.
2. Conducts staff meetings to gather information and plan recreational activities for the facility.

1. Provide job performance guidance, analysis, and performance evaluations to employees under their supervision as required by code, policy and procedures.
2. Follow departmental policy and procedure guidelines when giving information and guidance to all staff.
3. Consistently sets a professional example for fellow employees by demonstrating positive work habits.
4. Provides coaching, performance expectations, and performance evaluation reviews for those assigned as required by code, policy, and procedures.

1. Interpret as required for subordinate staff the policies, procedures, and administrative processes of the recreation unit.
2. Explain the requirements and standards required for recreational activities to staff under their supervision as required by code, policy, and procedures.
3. Translate the meaning of data/reports on recreation programs to end users/superiors in a clear concise manner.

1. Schedules daily and weekly unit activities and staff work schedules for recreation programs and staff as required by policy and procedures.

1. Establishes work priorities and plans for inmates and staff under their supervision in recreational activities.

1. May coordinate with outside individuals/organizations related to recreational programs and activities as required by policy and procedures.

1. Coordinate the work loads and activities of the staff under their supervision.

1. Effectively communicates with other staff and supervisors concerning events, activities, and policies related to offenders and the agency to promote effective completion of work tasks and a harmonious working environment as required by code, policy, and procedures.
2. Coordinate with other staff to insure that the resources and facilities are available in order to schedule daily recreational activities in the facility in accordance with policy and procedures.

1. Respond appropriately when personal assistance is needed.

1. Recommend changes and improvements in the processes and procedures for recreational work activities to improve unit operational performance.
2. Answer questions for offenders, staff, and others as required by code, policy, and procedures.

1. May be required to operate a vehicle or equipment in their daily work activities.

1. Use a personal computer in their daily work activities.

Competencies

1. Priority Setting
2. Command Skills
3. Directing Others
4. Organizing
5. Time Management
6. Decision Quality
7. Problem Solving
8. Integrity and Trust
9. Written Communications
10. Delegation

1. Administration and Management
2. Public Safety and Security
3. Clerical
4. Education and Training
5. Mechanical

1. Active Listening
2. Critical Thinking
3. Speaking
4. Reading Comprehension
5. Coordination
6. Instructing
7. Writing
8. Time Management
9. Judgment and Decision Making
10. Active Learning
11. Monitoring

1. Problem Sensitivity
2. Written Comprehension
3. Speech Clarity

Tools & Equipment

1. Personal Computer
2. Sports Equipment
3. Calculator
4. Telephone
5. Printer
6. First Aid Kits
7. Photocopy Machines
8. Recreational Art Supplies
9. Scoreboards