About the Department

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Recreation Coordinator, the Recreation Specialist will assist in planning, scheduling, coordinating, implementing, promoting, and overseeing recreational programs, the community center facilities, and special events. This position is in direct contact with Yurok Tribal members and plays a vital role in serving the community and creating a positive environment.

Position Duties

1. Provide Recreation program services to the community and assist in planning, organizing, scheduling,
2. and implementing activities.
3. Provide transportation for program participants.
4. Being an ambassador for sport programs in local school districts.
5. Process and distribute deliveries; arrange pick-up and deliveries as necessary.
6. Field and respond promptly to inquiries via telephone, e-mail, written correspondence, or in person requests; follow through on various requests and/or refer to Recreation Coordinator.
7. Process print jobs, scanning and faxing as general office support.
8. Assist in the set up and breakdown for any events at the community center as needed.
9. Assist with coordination, planning, scheduling, and promoting community events.
10. Maintains current recreation activities calendar.
11. Motivates community to participate in planned activities and events.
12. Perform effectively in situations requiring emergency action.
13. Assist with keeping community use policies and rules updated and available to community.
14. Communicates and posts the activities calendar for the community.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
1. G6: Highschool diploma or GED with four years specified experience.
2. Employee must be willing to acquire any special certifications or attend any training that is determined to be relevant or becomes required of the position in the future.
3. Candidates with equivalent combinations of education, training and experience will be considered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. One - two years of customer service experience.
2. Knowledge of and proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Publisher).
3. Computer skills that include the ability to operate an online calendar.
4. Proficient in operating general office equipment (copier, fax, phone, etc.).
5. Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written directions.
6. Knowledge of typical business correspondence, (grammar, structure, punctuation, spelling, etc.).
7. Ability to communicate effectively with the youth, parents, and recreation staff.
8. Professional communication skills, (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal, etc.).
9. Ability to maintain a positive, cordial relationship with Tribal members, co-workers and the general public.
10. Ability to perform administrative tasks, work without supervision, and work cooperatively with other staff members.
11. Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, to establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
12. Confidentiality and discretion in the performance of all duties and responsibilities.
13. Knowledge of emergency procedures, First Aid, and CPR preferred.
14. Recognition that in order to serve Yurok People one must know as much as possible about Yurok history, culture and values.

Other Qualifications

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
1. All applicants are subject to the Tribe’s Drug and Alcohol Policy including pre-employment screening.
2. All applicants will acknowledge and follow all Yurok Tribe personnel and other policies and procedures.
3. The Yurok Tribe is an equal opportunity employer who exercises Indian preference; Indian Reorganization Act of 1934 (Title 25, USC, Section 472).
4. Valid state issued driver’s license and/or the ability to obtain a California driver’s license. Must be insurable on the Tribe’s insurance policy.
5. Must pass a background investigation and fingerprint clearance.
6. This position requires compliance with the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act Public Law 101-630; 25 Code of Federal Regulations Part 63 - Indian child Protection and Family Violence Prevention; Crime Control Act of 1990, Employee Background Checks; and Executive Order 12968, Adjudicative Guidelines.
7. Position could require travel and occasional work outside of regular work schedule.