State Of Tennessee Crown Point , IN 46308
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Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date/Time07/02/2024 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time07/15/2024 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$2,825.00 - $3,525.00Salary (Annually)$33,900.00 - $42,300.00Job TypeFull-TimeCity, State LocationTiptonville, TNDepartmentCorrection
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, NORTHWEST CORRECTIONAL COMPLEX, LAKE COUNTY
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in recreation or related field and experience equivalent to two years of full-time responsible professional recreation work.
Substitution of Education for Experience: Additional graduate coursework in recreation or closely related field may be substituted for the required experience, on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of two years.
Substitution of Experience for Education: Qualifying full-time professional or paraprofessional experience in recreation work, or full-time work as a Recreation Assistant in a State Institution or Facility may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of four years.
Necessary Special Qualifications: A valid vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.
Examination Method: Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.
Summary
Summary: Under general supervision, is responsible for professional recreation work of considerable difficulty; and performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Features: An employee in this class plans and develops recreational and special event programs for the parks within a region or acts as chief recreator for a correctional facility. This class differs from Recreational Specialist 1 in that an incumbent of the latter is responsible for more routine work.
Responsibilities
Making Decisions and Solving Problems:
Developing and Building Teams:
Monitoring and Controlling Resources:
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge:
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships:
Supports mission-critical decisions made by supervisors, managers, and directors.
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.
Processing Information:
Process annual and special user surveys for future program planning and development as required by policy and procedures.
As required delegates to subordinate staff the gathering of information and the conduct of surveys required for planning recreational activities and programs.
Documenting/Recording Information:
Maintain records and documentation on inmate recreational labor for attendance and pay as required by code, policy, and procedures.
Provide payroll information on time and attendance for staff under their supervision as required by code, policy, and procedures.
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings:
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.
Monitor recreation equipment issue, use, and inventory as required by policy and procedures.
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material:
Developing Objectives and Strategies:
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others:
Follows due process procedures to report and effectively resolve unresolved conflicts.
Communicate effectively with others to resolve conflicts quickly and efficiently.
Training and Teaching Others:
Performing Administrative Activities:
Staffing Organizational Units:
Getting Information:
Attend meetings as required to gather information for recreation planning and coordination in accordance with policy and procedures.
Conducts staff meetings to gather information and plan recreational activities for the facility.
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates:
Provide job performance guidance, analysis, and performance evaluations to employees under their supervision as required by code, policy and procedures.
Follow departmental policy and procedure guidelines when giving information and guidance to all staff.
Consistently sets a professional example for fellow employees by demonstrating positive work habits.
Provides coaching, performance expectations, and performance evaluation reviews for those assigned as required by code, policy, and procedures.
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others:
Interpret as required for subordinate staff the policies, procedures, and administrative processes of the recreation unit.
Explain the requirements and standards required for recreational activities to staff under their supervision as required by code, policy, and procedures.
Translate the meaning of data/reports on recreation programs to end users/superiors in a clear concise manner.
Scheduling Work and Activities:
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work:
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization:
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others:
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates:
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.
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.
Assisting and Caring for Others:
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others:
Recommend changes and improvements in the processes and procedures for recreational work activities to improve unit operational performance.
Answer questions for offenders, staff, and others as required by code, policy, and procedures.
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment:
Interacting With Computers:
Competencies
Competencies:
Priority Setting
Command Skills
Directing Others
Organizing
Time Management
Decision Quality
Problem Solving
Integrity and Trust
Written Communications
Delegation
Knowledge:
Administration and Management
Public Safety and Security
Clerical
Education and Training
Mechanical
Skills:
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Coordination
Instructing
Writing
Time Management
Judgment and Decision Making
Active Learning
Monitoring
Abilities:
Problem Sensitivity
Written Comprehension
Speech Clarity
Tools & Equipment
Personal Computer
Sports Equipment
Calculator
Telephone
Printer
First Aid Kits
Photocopy Machines
Recreational Art Supplies
Scoreboards
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