Recreation Leader; Lifeguard I​/II​/III

Description

The City of Hanford seeks to fill twenty (20) seasonal vacancies in the Parks & Community Services Department - Recreation Division for the Summer Program. Under general supervision, incumbents assist in recreation work involving sports, community center, playgrounds, pool, ice rink, senior citizens, therapeutic recreation, and cultural events. They assist in planning and coordinating recreational activities for various ages and special interest groups, and support city staff in recreational events and special trips.

When assigned to the aquatic facility, incumbents may have swimming pool duties and must supervise patrons and enforce all policies, procedures, and safety regulations of the Aquatics Program. When assigned to the ice rink (Winter Wonderland), incumbents may perform the role and responsibilities of an Elf during the Santa Experience. Other related duties may be assigned. Incumbents may be required to work evenings and weekends.

The Recreation Leader I is the entry-level position in a three-level Recreation Leader series. This position is for recreation employees who do not require previous recreation leadership skills. Employees in this class perform related duties according to established procedures. Various tasks may be assigned but usually follow an established pattern. Recreation Leader II is the mid-level position with increased experience, requirements, and responsibilities.

The Recreation Leader III may perform professional, recreational work involving staffing and supervising the aquatics program; lead responsibilities, experience level, and education requirements distinguish this from other part-time recreation classifications.

• RECREATION LEADER I:
  Performs assigned program duties, concession and/or admission duties; distributes and collects program equipment and supplies; records daily attendance and receipts; performs essential participant safety inspections; performs general maintenance; performs related duties as required.
• RECREATION LEADER II:
  Directs and assists in planning, scheduling, and instructing recreation programs (playground, swimming, ice skating, senior citizen programs); keeps inventory and maintains equipment; communicates with the public, participants, and others involved in programs; ensures program area safety through supervision and inspections; may supervise Recreation Leader I; may perform minor maintenance; maintains records and reports on attendance; performs other duties as related.
• RECREATION LEADER III:
  Plans, organizes, and supervises varied programs; promotes programs via news releases, flyers, and outreach; participates in selecting, training, supervising, and evaluating part-time, seasonal, or volunteer staff; coordinates facility and service scheduling; enforces standards to protect spectators, participants, and employees; handles money deposits; purchases and delivers equipment and supplies; performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Knowledge of:

• RECREATION LEADER I:
  Basic recreation activities with leadership skills; ability to work with community groups, participants, and the public; keep accurate records; use a cash register.
• RECREATION LEADER II:
  Principles of planning, organizing, and directing recreation activities; general pool safety and first aid; basic aquatics experience; ability to work cooperatively with groups and the public;
• RECREATION LEADER III:
  Recreation activities suitable for all ages; aquatic facility emergency procedures; pool health and safety standards; public relations techniques; record-keeping principles; basic supervision.

Ability To:

• RECREATION LEADER I:
  Work well with various ages and groups; manage many youths/adults; follow instructions with minimal supervision; provide customer service.
• RECREATION LEADER II:
  Organize and teach special learning skills; supervise activities, groups, and individuals; keep accurate records.
• RECREATION LEADER III:
  Plan, organize, coordinate, and review programs; exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity; recognize hazards; communicate clearly in writing and speech.