Recreation Team Leader

Join a workforce where innovation and teamwork provide support to the community and citizens of Monroe County.
** Compensation:**$55,354.03 - $85,798.74
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* Job Description:

** The primary function of this position is to perform specialized administrative and field work for recreation in the Parks & Beaches Department. Tasks for the Recreation Team Leader include developing and managing recreational programming; planning and marketing; managing contracts; overseeing interns and volunteers; and coordinating all rentals and special events. Work involves maintaining good working relationships with the general public, volunteers, contractors, and others.
** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
*** Assists with the preparation and submission of grant applications.
* Manages Use of Property agreements for the Parks & Beaches Department and processes associated fee payments.
* Maintains an accurate, up-to-date calendar of park rentals and events; prepares and publishes monthly schedules.
* Assists team members and the public in coordinating special events and recreation programs.
* Creates promotional materials, updates website content, and manages outreach initiatives to enhance program visibility.
* Develops and maintains required camp forms and ensures accurate documentation.
* Assists in developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
* Supervises independent contractors, volunteers, and temporary staff to ensure compliance with County policies and procedures.
* Builds and maintains partnerships with community members, schools, civic organizations, and partner agencies to promote programs and increase participation.
* Sets up and cleans up facilities and equipment before and after programs and events.
* Opens and closes facilities as needed.
* Ensures the safety and well-being of participants during programs and events.
* Teaches, assists with, or organizes classes such as art, quilting, sewing, fitness, sports, culinary arts, music, computer training, tutoring, and related activities.
* Plans and coordinates all school break camps, including hiring temporary staff and organizing field trips.
* Develops and implements year-round recreation programs.
* Instructs specific recreation and fitness programs as needed.
* Represents the department at community meetings as required.
* Works weekends, evenings, and holidays as assigned to support operational needs.
* Performs daily tasks and responsibilities independently, ensuring timely and accurate completion of assignments.
* Communicates effectively with staff, supervisors, and the public through clear, professional verbal and written correspondence
* Responsible for personally knowing and following the County’s Personnel Policies and Procedures, Administrative Instructions, Department Operating Procedures, and applicable Statutes and Regulations.  Responsible for ensuring others also adhere to these standards.
* Performs other related job duties as assigned.
* In the event of special, emergency, or disaster situations, employee may be required to work schedules other than those for which they are regularly scheduled in any capacity deemed appropriate.
** QUALIFICATIONS
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* Education and Experience:

** Bachelor's degree preferred, plus one (1) year minimum of prior related work experience or equivalent.
** Special

Qualifications:

** Must have current CPR and First Aid certification or obtain certification within six (6) months of hire. Requires a valid Florida Driver’s License and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Publisher, and Outlook.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
*** Ability to work a general outline of duties and responsibilities.
* Ability to perform entry-level professional work, including basic data analysis and synthesis, report creation, process performance, and regulatory or compliance activities.
* Ability to make decisions that govern own activities as well as others; decisions impact how the unit provides services and support to internal and external customers.
* Ability to work with more than ten coworkers who mostly engage in the same activities as oneself.
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS
** The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force…