Recreation Leader

Duties and Responsibilities

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform one or more of the activities described below.

• Performs safety inspection, compliance monitoring, planning, organizing, implementing, supervising, and evaluation of specific recreation program; trains and supervises volunteer staff.
• Monitor the maintenance of equipment, supplies, and facilities; opens and closes facilities, as necessary.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of facilities, grounds, and equipment.
• Lead various activities; assist in preparing program evaluations and planning activities, prepare reports and work orders; serve as a source of information for the public about related recreation programs, including safety related policies and procedures.
• Assist with delivery, setup and removal of equipment and materials needed for special events sponsored by County at any location.
• Assist with programming and planning of adaptive recreational programs for special needs participants at a designated site.
• Assist clients of varied ages with personal care needs.
• Attend staff meetings, as assigned; provide face-to-face leadership for specific program areas; maintain records and files; promote teambuilding; utilize computer software programs competently.
• Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner; and perform related duties and responsibilities, as required.
• Administers CPR and First Aid as needed.

Job Specifications

• Knowledge of general office policies, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of planning and conducting recreational programs.
• Knowledge of proper English usage, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation and grammar; and occupational hazards and safety precautions required in the recreation field.
• Ability to answer questions and resolve problem situations or refer to appropriate office.
• Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to participate effectively in the formulation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to plan, organize and oversee the work of others.
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and multi-task.
• Ability to use a computer and related software.
• Skill in the use of various office equipment.
• Skill in operating vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

Physical Requirements

• This position is frequently very active and often requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  

Work Category

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Minimum Qualifications Required

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED certificate; AND
• One year of experience in recreation, sports, childcare, customer service, or special events; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience that would reasonably be expected to provide the job-related competencies noted above; AND

• Must obtain First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification with practical application within six (6) months of employment. *NOTE: Temporary summer camp positions must possess or obtain this certification within the first week of hire and must also complete summer development training during the first week of hire. AND

• May be required to possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License; AND
• Appointing authority may require a CDL B obtained within the probationary period.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR CHILDCARE PERSONNEL POSITIONS.  *NOTE: THIS REQUIREMENT EXCLUDES TEMPORARY SUMMER CAMP POSITIONS.

• Employees must complete the State mandated 40-hour Introductory Childcare Training. The training must begin within 90 days of employment and complete the training within 12 months from the date training begins. Childcare personnel must pass competency exams for the 40 hours of training to demonstrate their competency.
• Employees must also complete a minimum of 10 hours of Continuing Education Unit (CEU) of in-service training during the state’s fiscal year beginning July 1 and ending June 30