Recreation Series; Recreation Leader , II, III & Recreation Program Specialist

Overview

The Position

THESE POSITIONS ARE UNCLASSIFIED, NON-CIVIL SERVICE, HOURLY POSITIONS. INDIVIDUALS IN THESE POSITIONS MUST BE ABLE TO WORK FLEXIBLE HOURS

These classifications are primarily responsible for implementing the department’s seasonal child-care in the form of day camps, and other recreation programs at City parks, playgrounds, elementary schools and other facilities on a part-time hourly basis. Bilingual ability in a language or languages commonly spoken in the Glendale community, such as Armenian, Spanish, Korean, etc., is desirable at all levels.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.
• Leads, organizes, coaches, referees and stimulates interest in a variety of competitive and noncompetitive youth sports, youth fitness, games, contests, and cultural activities.
• Assists in various recreational programs including playgrounds, day camps, aquatics, and Civic Auditorium operations.
• May open buildings and facilities for programs or be responsible for proper closing procedures of those buildings and facilities.
• Checks out playground equipment at the various facilities, dispenses towels, checks clothing, and cares for and cleans buildings and equipment.
• Supervises children in the use of a wading pool.
• Oversees recreational reservations, and supervises the use of facilities as to their proper care.
• Performs cashier duties at some City functions.
• Keeps routine records of program participants' progress and drafts written reports.
• Sets up tables, chairs and audio visual equipment.
• Performs light maintenance duties, such as cleaning, vacuuming and mopping.
• Leads or assists with cleaning of public buildings, including restrooms, floors, carpet, counter tops and tables.
• May have the opportunity to participate in related divisional cross-training efforts. Experience and qualifications gained in this cross training may apply towards promotional opportunities and transfers.
• Plans and conducts arts and crafts, sports, passive and active games and special interest activities.
• Conducts arts and crafts, sports, passive and active games and special interest activities.
• Supervises children and young adults on excursions.
• Acts as site host for facility reservations and assists with City-wide special events.
• Directs other recreational staff and volunteers.
• Assists with the cleaning of public buildings, including offices, bathrooms, floors and carpets, by performing light maintenance, such as vacuuming, dusting and mopping after recreational activities.
• May drive on City business depending on the needs of the position.
• Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe efficient manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

• Knowledge Of:
  • Basic first aid practices.
  • Basic principles, practices and methods of organizing and instructing recreational programs.
  • Principles, practices and methods of organizing, instructing, and coaching youth sports and fitness at the elementary school-age level and recreational programs.
• Skill In:
  • Dealing tactfully, courteously and effectively with public officials, program participants and the general public.
  • Operating and maintaining assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws or regulations.
  • Planning, organizing and completing work assignments with little supervision.
• Ability To:
  • Provide exceptional customer service to all employees and vendors.
  • Communicate effectively in English.
  • Foster a teamwork environment.
  • Handle cash responsibly and make accurate change.
  • Lead, coach, instruct and motivate participants.
  • Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
  • Provide clear work instruction.
  • Read, write and comprehend directions in English.
  • Supervise and take responsibility for small children.

Duties: Coordinates, develops, coaches, referees, and supervises various activities and practice sessions for various youth sports, youth fitness and recreation programs, activities and…