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Application Information

For an application, you may download the application form (pdf) or pick one up at the City of Decatur Human Resources Department at 610 4th Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601. A completed employment application along with a current resume must be submitted by the posted deadline for the position of interest.

Mail to:
Human Resources Department
City of Decatur
P.O. Box 1984
Decatur, AL 35602

Email to:
employment@decatur-al.gov

Recreation Coordinator – Therapeutics

Job ID#: 2024-250
Job Type: Full Time
Department: Parks & Recreation
Position Type: Open Position
Salary Range Number: $47,209.00
Salary Range: A starting salary above the minimum point of the assigned range may be considered commensurate with education, training and experience in alignment with the City’s pay administration policies
Application Deadline: Apr 30, 2024

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
& RESPONSIBILITIES: 

This position is responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of assigned therapeutic programs, activities, and events to ensure appropriate and inclusive recreational activities

• Knowledge of -therapeutic program management principles.
• Knowledge of -therapeutic activities.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of personnel management and supervisory principles.
• Skill in planning.
• Skill in administering and delivering recreation and educational programming.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation, education, or related field and two years of experience in therapeutic recreation is highly desired; OR sufficient education and experience to demonstrate competency sufficient to meet the requirements of this position.
• Eligibility and availability to pursue additional training and certification programs in therapeutic recreation programming.
• Current driver’s license.

HOW TO APPLY:

The City of Decatur is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability or any other protected status.
Employment Applications are available on the City’s website at www.cityofdecatural.com, or from the Human Resources Department at 610 4th Ave SE, Decatur, AL 35601.Completed employment application, with current resume (if available), must be returned to the City of Decatur Human Resources Department by the posting closing date.
May be delivered in person or:
Mailed to: P. O. Box 1984, Decatur, AL 35602 Emailed to: employment@decatur-al.gov Faxed to: (256) 341-4895
The Human Resources Department may be contacted at (256) 341-4890

**Due to the volume of responses received, we will not be able to provide a status of consideration. Candidates who have been selected for the next step in the review process will be notified.

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