Recreation Leader I (N10)

City of Annapolis•Annapolis, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the Stanton Center. The Recreation Leader is a vital member of the community services team, responsible for support at the direction of recreation management to include facilitating recreational activities and programs for individuals of all ages. This role involves engaging with participants to create a welcoming and inclusive environment, fostering social interaction, physical activity, and personal development. The incumbent designs and implements a variety of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, games, educational workshops, and special events, catering to diverse interests and abilities. Through effective communication and relationship-building, promote participation, encourage teamwork, and ensure the safety and well-being of participants. Assists with program promotion and registration, maintains equipment and facilities, and may provide guidance to volunteers and junior staff. This role requires creativity, enthusiasm, and a passion for promoting health, wellness, and community engagement through recreational programming. Strong interpersonal skills, organization, and adaptability are essential for fostering a positive and enriching experience for program participants. Plans, supervises and instructs in a wide range of recreational activities at community recreation areas at the direction of recreation management; and performs related work as required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or an acceptable equivalency diploma (GED), with some college level course work in Recreation Administration
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
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
Ability to create and guide implementation of capital improvement plans or programs

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of community recreation programming for all ages
Knowledge of the principles and practices of community recreational work

Responsibilities

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
Performs other related job duties as assigned