Recreation Leader

Overview

Under the supervision of the Recreation Supervisor, performs varied routine duties in assisting with recreation activities, services and programs and assisting with supervision of a recreation facility. Work requires flexible hours including nights, weekends and holidays. Work is reviewed through observation and results attained. Performs other work as required.

• Assists in the supervision of the facility. Opens, closes, secures and maintains a safe program environment and facility.
• Issues equipment, collects fees and memberships, issues receipts, maintains attendance records if required, handles citizen complaints and concerns in a professional manner and assists in ensuring the proper care and use of facilities and equipment.
• Provides instruction, and assists in conducting recreational programs such as classes, summer camps, special events and various sports activities.
• Assists in enforcing rules and regulations of proper facility use and maintains orderliness of recreational areas.
• May be required to set up tables and chairs for recreational programs and rentals.
• Answers phones, provides program information and takes messages.
• Instructs children in fundamentals of recreational activities including games, recreational classes and sports related activities.
• Accompanies participant groups at special events or on program outings.
• May be called to fill in for recreation leaders at other recreation facilities within the Department.
• Register and enroll participants in various recreation programs/activities using current registration software program.
• Observe safety precautions, correct minor safety problems, conduct activities in a safe manner and assist in completing forms & records including accident and incident reports.
• Handle park pavilion/gazebo rentals.
• Design flyers, pamphlets, press releases and public information used to market recreation programs.
• Contacts local businesses, individuals & community organizations for program support and participation.
• Assume responsibility of facility operations in the absence of Recreation Supervisor.
• May perform other duties unique to the recreation division.

• Three months work experience in recreational activities or related field preferred.
• Valid State of Florida Driver's License required. Applicants who possess a valid out of state driver's license must obtain the Florida driver's license within 10 days of employment.
• Must meet Level II background requirements

• For assignments at the Eau Gallie Civic Center and Joe Davis Community Center - candidate must be at least eighteen (18) years of age at time of hire.

• Ability to operate office equipment, including copiers, telephone systems, cash registers and personal computers.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Knowledge of a variety of recreational activities and equipment.
• Knowledge of the rules and regulations governing the play of a variety of recreational games.
• Ability to responsibly oversee the use of a recreational facility.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and courteous relationships with the public
• Ability to maintain simple records and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with users and participants of different facilities and activities.
• Ability to lift and set up tables and chairs at different activity sites.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb up and down ladders.
• Ability to walk, run, and participate in activities which requires physical dexterity.
• Ability to hear.
• Ability to understand and communicate with co-workers and children.
• Ability to work effectively around noise and in areas of cold, heat, dust, dirt and various odors.
• Ability to effectively deal with stressful situations associated with conflict between individuals that arise in a normal day such as verbal conflicts or physical fights.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written instructions.