Recreation Leader I - Southwest Recreation Facility (Part time)

Largo•Largo, FL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a part-time position responsible for providing excellent customer service while assisting patrons and supporting team members in effectively carrying out activities for the City of Largo's Recreation, Parks, and Arts programs. The ideal candidate implements, plans, supervises, and participates in one or more leisure activities. Work is performed independently to achieve objectives and carry out activities in accordance with established policies and procedures. Individuals in this position receive direction from an assigned supervisor.

Requirements

Must be 16 years old on the date of application
Some experience in a recreation setting or customer service preferred
Certification and/or training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) first aid is required within 6 months of hire; training is provided
Team Members under the age of 18 will be restricted from the following tasks: Driving any vehicle (including personal vehicles) during scheduled work hours, Operating grounds maintenance tools, Operating a golf cart and/or utility vehicle, Cleaning of areas where they may be exposed to bodily fluids
Must be outgoing and personable
Must be dependable and prompt for assigned shifts
Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule (variety of days and times that will change from week to week)
Must have the ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks
Must have the ability to plan and execute activities for registered participants
Must have the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
Must have the ability to concentrate on details
Must have the ability to deal with people tactfully and diplomatically
Must have the ability to do light to heavy manual work
Must have the ability to process payments at the front desk
Must have the ability to provide positive customer service
The work often requires bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 15 pounds, lifting/carrying of objects weighing 15 to 44 pounds, and lifting/carrying of objects weighing 45 pounds and over.
Hearing: Ability to understand what others are saying in normal conversation in person and on the telephone.
Speaking: Ability to communicate orally with others in person and on the phone.
Seeing: Ability to see and read computer monitor screens, supervise children, and, if assigned, drive and perform tennis court and general maintenance.
Team members under 18 are NOT permitted to drive.
Staff members aged 18 years or older may occasionally drive and must possess a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.
The work requires the ability to operate telephones, smartphones, tablets, laminators, photocopiers, printers, desktop and laptop computers, calculators, handheld radios, and all associated software.
Grounds maintenance tools, and may operate a golf cart and/or utility vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Some experience in a childcare programs preferred
Staff Member in Charge Certification (SMIC) and Childcare 40 clock-hour training if assigned to a facility with a licensed childcare program, is preferred

Responsibilities

Plans and executes leisure activities such as sports, arts and crafts, drama, special events, environmental education, tours, field trips, etc., under the direction of a supervisor or lead team member; participates in teaching one or more leisure activities; may supervise a group of children, including planning activities and administering discipline in a camp situation or after-school program
Opens, closes, and secures the facility and ensures all rules and regulations of the facilities are enforced; ensures all precautions are taken in maintaining participant’s safety; assures the safety, welfare, and well-being of participants enrolled in programs
Assists in training team members and volunteers
Utilizes technology effectively to include data entry, retrieval, and processing from a variety of City and Department software
Maintains communication between customers and other team members
Supports the division and the department in external activities
Always presents a professional appearance and attitude and maintains a high standard of customer service; answers and responds to customer inquiries
Processes documents and applications pertaining to membership and registrations; verifies residency for membership pricing
Collects activity fees and processes payments, including closing cash-outs
Prepares daily activity reports
Assists with the maintenance, opening, and securing of the facility and equipment; may enter service requests for facility needs and repairs
May be responsible for the department's public relations by designing and updating the bulletin board and fliers as requested
May check facility website information for accuracy
Tracks daily facility attendance and may track financial activities
Administers first aid when necessary and completes appropriate reports
Set up and break down rooms for activities as appropriate
Inventories and restocks supplies for facilities and programs; may complete ordering and shopping for the facility and scheduled programs within an allocated budget
Participates in the maintenance of facility cleanliness
May complete daily safety inspections
May complete vehicle inspections and/or take vehicles for maintenance
Completes annual training as scheduled
Participates in project committees as assigned
Team members assigned to childcare will be responsible for a group of children while following enforcement agency regulations, planning and executing activities, ensuring participants are following rules, and administering discipline as needed; administering educational testing, conducting drills, and transporting children
Team members assigned to nature parks work with an environmental education focus, create and update park displays and exhibits, assist with animal care, handle wildlife for educational purposes, and perform general park maintenance
Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values, and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan
Champions a high-performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals, and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives
Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services
Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture
Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities
Follows suggested procedures to ensure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety, and risk avoidance
Supports honest and transparent decision-making
Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments
Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same