Carbondale (CO) Recreation Department Internship

Summer Recreation Intern POSTED: Feb 19
Hourly Rate: Starting at 10.00 Location: Carbondale, Colorado
Employer: Carbondale Recreation Department Type: Full Time - Internships/Seasonal
Categories: Activity Instructors/Programmers, Administration/Public Agencies Required Education: Some College



Carbondale Recreation Department

The Town of Carbondale Recreation Department offers year-round activities, special events, programs, concerts, bus trips, educational courses, and sports for residents of all ages. The Recreation Department strives to maintain and enhance the quality of life for all residents of Carbondale by providing recreation and leisure opportunities through organized programs.


Job Description
The Town of Carbondale Recreation Department’s Internship program is directly targeted towards college students interested in a multi-faceted internship. Students will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in the following areas: Sports, Special Events, Youth Programs, Aquatics, Facility Management & Operations, and Outdoor Recreation.

The intern's duties and responsibilities will include:

•Planning, organizing, conducting and coordinating a wide variety of recreational and community service programs at a park, center and/or other recreation facility, including meeting with public groups and communities to explain and promote programs; scheduling activities and programs; coordinating programs with those of other departments and agencies. •Monitoring program activities, including ensuring activities are running smoothly and responds to questions and complaints. •Preparing a variety of reports and other documents such as operating, activity and statistical reports, promotional materials and agenda items; presents materials to interested groups. •Providing input into the development of budgets, including determining staffing and materials; developing fundraising campaigns and solicits sponsors and sponsorship packages. •Maintaining contacts with neighborhood groups, schools, businesses, law enforcement agencies, volunteer and other community groups and provides necessary coordination of services. •Performing other duties of a similar nature or level.


Requirements
•Current enrollment in a four-year accredited university or college studying parks and recreation management, kinesiology, exercise science, sports management, leisure studies, business (marketing, etc.), or related curriculum •Current Certification in CPR/AED/First Aid •Possession of a valid driver’s license