Duties
(Note: The duties and responsibilities enumerated in this job description are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications and salary level for all positions in this class. They are not intended to include all the job duties of all positions in the job classification. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.)
Organizes and coaches team sport activities;
Assists in planning and in organizing short and long-term activities and programs;
Sets up for everyday activities and programs;
Cleans play areas, including sweeping, mopping, repairing for daily activities.
Conducts safety checks to eliminate all possible injuries;
Assists in planning and conducting special events for all age groups covering such activities as parties, tours, tournaments and field trips;
Creates graphics and artwork to promote various activities and events, including posters, flyers, signs, banners, invitations, t-shirts, etc.
Directs active games such as volleyball and table tennis;
Serves as an advisor to club groups of young adults and teenagers;
Provides core subject tutoring for youth;
Assists with the afterschool homework assistance programs and provides supervision, mentoring and guidance, as needed;
Transports children to off-site activities, programs, and events;
Assists in organizing, officiating and conducting competitions, displays and other group activities;
Maintains records and assists in the preparation of periodic and special reports;
Solicits and oversees work of volunteers; and
Performs other related job duties as assigned.Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of community recreation programming for all ages;
Knowledge of the principles and practices of community recreational work;
Ability to communicate orally and in writing;
Ability to use sound judgment, tact and courtesy;
Ability to effectively communicate to participants, co-workers, and other community groups;
Ability to instruct or coach individuals and groups in a given sport or specialized activity;
Ability and willingness to interact with youth by leading recreational activities in a structured setting;
Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and with activity participants;
Ability to develop interest and participation in community center activities with varied age groups;
Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems;
Ability to operate computers for data entry, word processing and/or recordkeeping purposes; and
Ability to create and guide implementation of capital improvement plans or programs.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), with some college level course work in Recreation Administration; and one (1) year of related experience working leading youth recreational programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position.
This position is designated as Safety Sensitive due to the tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task, other individuals, and or may lead to damage to property. This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing to include pre-employment testing.
Special Qualifications:
Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
Consent to chemical substance screening consistent with mandated Federal, State, and City guidelines and programs, to include random tests for the detection of drug or alcohol use.