Cobb County Government

Police Athletic League Coordinator- PD Headquarters


Pay$50786.58 - $81258.52 / year
LocationMarietta/Georgia
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 4651794
      This position provides enriching civic, athletic, recreational and educational opportunities and resources as well as individual programming and will be responsible for managing grants and donation funds.

      "The National Association of Police Athletic/Activities League and its chapters work nationwide promoting the prevention of juvenile crime and violence by building relationships among kids, National PAL is an organization based on the conviction that young people if reached early enough, are more likely to become productive adults and agents of change. The PAL program brings youth under the supervision and positive influence of a law enforcement agency and expands public awareness about the role of law enforcement and the reinforcement of the responsible values and attitudes instilled in young people by their parents."

      Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.

      Coordinates daily work activities: organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; creates and distributes staff schedules; ensures adequate staffing for programs and events; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff; assists with complex/problem situations; provides technical expertise; and trains staff in operational policies and procedures.

      Plans, implements, and coordinates diversified recreation and sports programs for assigned facilities: develops program services and activities; schedules classes, leagues, events and programs; reserves facilities and schedules grounds use; coordinates and supervises instructors, staff, and volunteers; provides information and direction as needed; processes participant registrations; and manages programs in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines.

      Coordinates facility and grounds use: maintains master calendar; schedules facility rentals; prepares for scheduled events; sets-up meeting rooms; decorates for special events; and maintains related documentation.

      Assists in developing and implementing budget for assigned facility or program: monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; assists in obtaining and monitoring use of granted funds; maintains inventories of supplies and forms; ensures availability of adequate supplies to complete work activities; prepares and submits purchase orders; and receives/distributes incoming supply shipments.

      Coordinates and performs public relations for assigned facility or program: provides information and answers questions; develops brochures, flyers, newsletters, calendars, and news releases; promotes the activities and programs to civic groups, community organization, schools, the public or other individuals and groups; and prepares and makes presentations regarding services and activities offered.

      Communicates with department administration, County employees, sports associations, the public, and other individuals and organizations as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems; participates in various committees; attends meetings; and provides information and input regarding facility and program activities, services, and needs.

      Plans, implements, and coordinates programs for Cobb County Police Athletic League; develops program services and activities; reserves facilities and schedules grounds use; solicits and coordinates volunteers; provides information and direction as needed; processes participant registrations; and manages programs in accordance with local, state and federal guidelines. Provides support for the programs; establishes relationships with mentors and volunteers for the program; and assist with fund-raising events and activities to provide funding for PAL programs. Performs duties assigned by the PAL Board; helps to ensure the Board of Directors meets in accordance with their governance responsibilities.

      Minimum Qualifications

      Bachelor's Degree in Parks & Recreation, or related field required; supplemented by two years of experience in area of assignment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

      Preferred Qualifications

      • Grant managing experience
      • Degree in Criminal Justice, Business Administration, Recreation Administration
      • Experience working with the youth population
      • Experience working in underserved communities
      Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

      Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

      Sensory Requirements

      Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

      Environmental Factors

      Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

      EEO Statement

      Cobb County is an equal opportunity employer. Cobb County Government does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

  • About the company

      Cobb County is a county in the US state of Georgia, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area in the north central portion of the state.