Recreation Assistant - Athletics

City of Lakeland, FL•Lakeland, FL

39d

About The Position

This is organizing and leadership work in conducting recreational activities. Employees of this class are responsible for preparing, organizing, and supervising recreational activities. Responsibilities also include seeing to the proper operation and maintenance of the buildings, grounds, and physical facilities in the assigned areas. Some preliminary training and general instructions are received from professional and administrative superiors regarding the program to be administered, but employees are required to adjust their program in accordance with the facilities available and age groups attending. Work is reviewed through field visits, staff conferences, and the analysis of activity reports. This posting will close after the receipt of the first 50 qualified applicants or 2 weeks, whichever comes first.

Requirements

High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must maintain a valid telephone number.
Must maintain First Aid and CPR certification within one (1) year of employment.
Knowledge of the methods and techniques of playground and community center planning, the philosophy and objectives of public recreation, child psychology and sociology, and personal health and hygiene.
Knowledge of and ability to lead various recreational activities suitable for children and adults.
Knowledge of first aid methods and necessary safety precautions used in recreation work.
Knowledge of rules and regulations governing various competitive athletic games, such as softball, basketball, and volleyball.
Some knowledge of arts and crafts, dramatics, and music.
Ability to adhere to program standards and objectives outlined by supervisors.
Ability to supervise subordinates in recreational work, discipline, and solve disciplinary problems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City employees, and the general public.
Ability to perform work requiring good health and physical stamina.
Ability to apply customer service skills and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

Creates, organizes, and supervises various programs and recreational activities, including team and individual games, athletic contests, and sporting events; assists with and conducts tournaments; supervises free play.
Registers patrons and collects and tallies fees for various classes and checks in supplies and equipment.
Enforces rules and regulations; maintains safeguards against accidents and instructs children in the safe use of equipment.
Monitors game room, weight rooms, and gym.
Reports hazardous conditions and accidents and administers first aid when needed.
Instructs individuals and groups in recreational activities; maintains discipline in recreational areas.
Handles related paperwork such as attendance records and requisitioning supplies.
Participates in staff meetings; assists in planning special events; provides information about programs to parents and other citizens.
May handle afterschool pick up for Simpson Park and Coleman Bush.
May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
Position designated as Mission Critical by Department Director.
Performs related work as required.
Assists with all gaming activities (e.g., eSports, S.T.E.M.) at Coleman-Bush and Simpson Park Community Center.