RECREATION DIRECTOR I (SR-16) [multiple vacancies]
RECREATION DIRECTOR I (SR-16) [multiple vacancies]
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- Live life to the fullest! Make a lasting impact on the quality of life for all ages.
The Department of Parks and Recreation(DPR) Park Maintenance and Recreation Services Division is looking to hire friendly and adaptable individuals for Recreation Director I positions in District I (East Honolulu - Aina Haina to Hawaii Kai) & District II (West Honolulu - Makiki to Aiea)! This is an entry-level (trainee) position where you will learn the basics of professional recreation work.
What Youll Do
Under close supervision you will:- Learn the principles and techniques of planning organizing instructing and directing recreational activities such as music dance creative drama arts and crafts sports and fitness games and other selected activities.
- Assist in maintaining discipline and order at playgrounds and during recreational programs.
- Learn and apply methods to plan organize and supervise special activities such as picnics camps hikes parties and finale programs.
- Learn and apply methods to recruit and maintain the support of volunteers from the community to assist with recreation programs and special events.
- Assist in organizing and advising special interest clubs (i.e. teen senior citizens etc.)
- Attend meetings conferences training courses and workshops as assigned.
- Enforce department rules and regulations and assists public in interpreting them.
- Inspect facilities and equipment and requests repairs as needed.
- Perform other assignments related to the position.
Special Work Requirements:- May be required to work evenings weekends and holidays.
- Will serve as a Disaster Response worker during declared emergencies.
- The expectation for any Recreation Director in this department is to learn and progress upward to higher levels.
- Opportunity to progress up the career ladder and/or qualify for other higher level positions will depend onsatisfactory work experience and demonstration of applicable knowledge and skills.
Class Title Salary Range Current Pay Recreation Director I SR-16 $4243 Recreation Director II SR-18 $4590 Recreation Director III SR-20 $4961 Recreation Director IV SR-22 $5369 Recreation Director V SR-24 $6043
Apply today! If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job openings as well as future job openings with this job title. Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online. The recruitment will close onAugust92025 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) or once 60 applications are receivedwhichever is sooner.
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Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major work in recreation physical education education or a related field.Substitution: Work experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge skills and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelors degree.For example:1. Four (4) years of professional work experience in any occupation may substitute for a general bachelors degree.2. Four (4) years of subprofessional work experience in recreation may substitute for a general bachelors degree.The education requirement must be met at the time of application. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United order to receive credit for the education proper documentation e.g. a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program evidence of comparability or an original transcript.Verification Requirement: In order to be given credit for your education clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this education qualification requirement. If available please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address: Department of Human Resources 650 South King Street 10th Floor Honolulu HI 96813. Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.
If you do not have your documentation to verify your education at this time please note that if selected for the job you will need to furnish verification documents in order to move forward in the hiring process.LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:
Prior to appointmentpossession of a valid:- Appropriate drivers license (Type 3/automobile).
Prior to completion of probationpossession of a valid:- American Red Cross First Aid Certificate or equivalent.
- American Red Cross or American Heart Association Adult Child and Infant CPR and AED Certificate to include care for choking and obstructed airway or equivalent.
- DPR van certificate as required.
NOTE: The above licenses/certificates must be obtained by the time indicated and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100%
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
