P/T Program Leader

Port Orange, City of•Port Orange, FL

About The Position

The P/T Program Leader organizes and participates in recreational activities for different age groups and interests, and helps execute city-sponsored events. The role ensures that rules and regulations are followed during community center, gymnasium, field, and special event rentals; assists supervisors with administrative details related to organized sports programs and facility rentals; and may supervise volunteers. The Program Leader instructs individuals and groups in game rules, skill development, and safety, maintains playground and recreation center equipment and games, and manages inventory. The role also coordinates with volunteers and vendors to address complaints and bring issues to supervisors’ attention, and performs related duties as required. The position may require night, weekend, holiday, or other irregular schedules, and may periodically involve working alone. As a member of the City’s Emergency Management Team, the employee is expected to perform assigned duties during emergency operations and work shifts assigned by the City’s Emergency Management Professional or designees. Failure to appear for or perform assigned emergency management duties may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six to nine months of related experience coordinating recreational programs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Florida driver’s license.
Knowledge of rules and regulations for games and facilities.
Ability to read and interpret safety and playing rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to follow and interpret written and oral instructions.
Athletic skill in the various athletic programs offered through the City.
Ability to work various hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to resolve conflict.

Responsibilities

Organize and participate in recreation activities for different age groups and interests.
Organize and assist with the execution of city-sponsored events.
Ensure rules and regulations are followed during community center, gymnasium, field, and special event rentals.
Supervise volunteers when necessary.
Assist supervisors with administrative details related to organized sports programs and facility rentals.
Instruct individuals or groups in game rules, skill development, and safety.
Maintain playground and recreation center equipment and games.
Control inventory.
Coordinate with volunteers and vendors to address complaints and bring issues to supervisors’ attention.
Perform related work as required.
Perform assigned duties during Emergency Management operations and work assigned shifts.