Recreation Leader III

Overview

Under general supervision, performs support work related to recreational programs, events, and activities; provides instruction and conducts classes/activities for program participants under the guidance and direction of higher-level staff; prepares buildings, fields, and facilities for scheduled activities or events; and provides routine administrative support. May assist with the development, promotion, and implementation of programs which meet the needs of a diverse community;

ensure program facilities are properly maintained; and performs related work as required.

Receives general supervision from higher-level supervisory staff and direction from higher-level staff. Exercises direction over lower-level staff and volunteers.

This is the advanced journey-level and lead class in the Recreation Leader series responsible for leading and directing the activities of subordinate staff within an assigned program area but may also be assigned to perform difficult and complex support work within a program area. Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. This classification is distinguished from the Recreation Coordinator in that the latter is responsible for all operational activities within an assigned program area, including serving in an ongoing lead capacity over program staff.

• High School Diploma or GED is required; some college level coursework is desired;
• Two years of relevant part-time recreation program experience, or related work experience.
• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

• Principles and practices of leadership.
• Organization and operation of the assigned program area and related facilities.
• Proper care and use of recreation equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Methods and techniques of planning, evaluating, and implementing recreation programs.
• Principles and techniques for fostering effective work groups.
• Cash management, accounting, and record-keeping techniques.
• Principles and practices for providing high level of customer service.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.

• Lead lower-level staff and volunteers, including training, work planning, organizing, scheduling, and coordinating.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all relevant laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Make basic mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy; count money and make change.
• Maintain accurate financial records and work within authorized budgeted resources.
• Maintain facilities and equipment in a clean, safe, and secure manner.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.

• Completion of Accredited First Aid, CPR, and AED training within six months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Must possess: mobility to perform medium physical work; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and to operate a vehicle to transport materials and equipment to various sites and offices; hearing and speech to communicate in…