Recreation Technician II – SR-11 Government Job Dept-Parks and Recreation Full Time

Independently plans and conducts a variety of recreational activities in support of a planned recreation program and/or assists higher level staff in implementing a planned recreational program; and performs other related duties as required.

There is one (1) immediate temporary part-time vacancy not-to-exceed April 26, 2023 with the Department of Parks and Recreation – Recreation Division in Hilo.

The eligible list may be used for other permanent and temporary vacancies as they arise during the list of the list.  Salary will be pro-rated for part-time positions.  Temporary appointment may lead to conversion to permanent appointment.

• Plans and conducts instruction for a variety of recreational activities in support of a planned recreation program.
• Develops plans in consultation with supervisors.
• Teaches, officiates, and/or instructs a variety of recreational specialties such as the performing arts, creative arts, or sports.
• Prepares fields and facilities for recreational activities.
• Prepares groups for competitive activities.
• Recruits participants and volunteers.
• Assists in planning county-wide specialty programs such as festivals and parades, etc.
• Acts as liaison with public to coordinate use and scheduling of facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Attends training sessions, clinics, and workshops.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Prepares and submits reports.
• Maintains records.
• May supervise others.

Training and Experience: 
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to:

• graduation from high school, and
• two (2) years of experience in organizing, conducting, and/or instructing recreational or group activities, and
• possession of a valid State of Hawai’i driver license (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver’s license at the time of filing, as applicable to the position.  You will be required to submit your valid driver’s license at the time of hire, if the position requires a driver license.  (Immediate vacancy requires a valid driver’s license). 

Substitution of education for required experience:  an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Education, Health, Kinesiology, Physical Education, Recreation, Sports Exercise, or a related field, may be substituted for lack of the required experience on a year for year basis (examples:  30 college credits equals one (1) year of experience and an associate or baccalaureate degree can be substituted for all two (2) years of the required experience).  Attach a copy of your official college transcript to your application to be credited for substitution.

Volunteer experience:  Volunteer experience will be considered provided that it includes organizing, conducting, and/or instructing recreation or group activities.  Provide detailed information in Supplemental Question #7 including your total number of volunteer hours.

Note:  A current American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate is required prior to the completion of probation. 

Examination:  All applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements will be assigned a score of 70 points.  An education and experience evaluation will be conducted based on the applicant’s training, education and experience as presented in the application.

Please read the minimum qualification requirements carefully.  Be certain to list all pertinent training and experience, as this may be important in determining your examination score.  It is essential that the applicant describe fully the duties and responsibilities of each position held, specify the date of each position held (from and to, month and year), and indicate the number of hours worked per week.  

Attach all required documentation (e.g. official transcript, professional license(s)/certification(s), DD-214, etc.) at the time of submitting your application. 
 
Note:  In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawai’i County may be required at the discretion of the hiring department/agency.  If in-person interviews and/or further testing are required, applicants who are referred to the hiring department/agency must be available to participate in person and at their own expense at that phase of the selection process.

 Knowledge of:  application of principles, practices, and techniques of recreational activities; proper care and maintenance of equipment and facilities; principles of group leadership and/or instruction; public relations; safety practices and procedures.

Ability to:  stimulate participant interest; instruct and conduct recreational activities; understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain good working relationships with the staff and public; prepare and maintain records.

Physical Requirements:  Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Physical Effort Grouping:  Light

Please scan and attach these supporting documents to your on-line application, if required:

• an official college transcript,
• a valid driver’s license,
• a temporary assignment verification, 
• professional licenses, and/or
• certificates.

Veterans applying for veteran’s preference points shall also scan and attach their DD-214 form and as needed, their VA claim letter to the on-line application.

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