• The first review of applications will be on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. Additional applications will be reviewed thereafter as needed.
• These are part-time, non-benefited positions; weekly hours range from 10-19 hours.
• The City is looking for individuals available to work Monday through Friday mornings, afternoons, evenings, and nights; this may include weekends and/or holidays.
• This Recruitment is for Fall 2022, but there is a possibility to extend the position depending on department needs.

• Organize and manage games, crafts, special events and other activities and classes at recreational facilities.
• Provide leadership in athletic activities and teach fundamentals of play and sportsmanship.
• Issue and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Ensure and maintain discipline and safety of participants in recreation areas.
• Register and inform participants of classes, programs and/or activities.
• Observe necessary precautions to ensure the safety of recreation participants and spectators.
• Render first aid in cases of minor injury.
• Assist in operations and maintenance of recreation facilities such as cleaning, maintain records, complete forms, and prepare reports.
• Maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, City employees and the public by providing good customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Assist in planning, organizing and conducting groups or classes in music, dance, arts and crafts, team and individual sports, and various other social and recreational programs.
• Provide information to the public.
• Enforce regulations, direct and maintain discipline in indoor and outdoor play areas.
• Distribute and maintain equipment
• Conduct, plan and provide support to City-wide special events.
• Open and close recreation centers and related facilities; including program and facility set-up/tear-down and basic maintenance projects.
• Observe necessary precautions to ensure the safety and security of recreation participants, spectators, and facilities.
• Render first aid in cases of minor injury.
• Chaperone and register participants in a variety of activities.
• Prepare reports, maintain records, and assist in reception and general administrative duties.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Organize, coordinate, and conduct classes and activities in a specialized capacity of the recreation program
• Assist in planning, organizing, and developing daily, weekly, and monthly activity schedules with other staff (i.e., announcements, homework, character development, life skills, sports, arts, games and special events)
• Prepare, promote and participate in programs and activities to the public
• Maintain necessary records of activities and equipment, including but not limited to collecting and accounting for program registration; completing and preparing forms, reports records, and statistical information; tracking the issuance of specialized equipment and materials
• Develop interest and participation that fits the abilities of all participants
• May train, assign work and oversee other part-time staff in recreation activities
• Advise patrons of regulations governing the use of recreational facilities and investigate special recreation problems as needed; monitor and ensure the safety of participants and staff
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees and the public
• Perform other duties as required

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain these would be:

Recreation Leader I:

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  Must be at least 17 years of age at time of application. If the applicant is under 18 years of age at time of appointment, we require a work permit from their school.
• Knowledge of the rules and skills involved in recreational activities and various sports.
• Knowledge of basic objectives and methods of recreation programs.
• Proficiency of basic computer equipment and software applications.
• Ability to enlist the support, interest and participation of children and adults.
• Ability to maintain discipline and safety practices.
• Ability to communicate clearly and follow written and oral instruction.

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Enrollment in an accredited junior college, college or university is preferred.
• Knowledge and Skills: Good physical condition; knowledge of the rules and skills involved in recreational activities; knowledge of the objectives and methods of recreation programs; knowledge of the methods of enlisting the support, interest, and participation of children and adults.
• Ability to: Present written and oral reports; work cooperatively with others; maintain discipline among children engaged in play.

• Graduation from high school or GED; and
• Two (2) years of experience in the leading of organized recreation activities.
• Enrollment in an accredited junior college, college, or university is preferred.
• Possession of a current AED/CPR/First Aid training certification is highly desirable.
• Knowledge and Skills: Good physical condition; knowledge of the principles and techniques of planning group recreational activities; knowledge of sports, crafts, games and group activities.
• Ability to: Maintain discipline among children engaged in play. Prepare and deliver talks and to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public; and the ability to work cooperatively with others.

The Community Services Department has an immediate need to fill these vacancies. Based upon review of applications received, those applicants who best meet the requirements indicated above will be referred to the department for consideration.