Recreation Leader I

Tulsa County•Glenpool, OK

2d•$16•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, assist in conducting recreation activities with assigned groups in the recreation center by performing the following duties. All candidates conditionally offered transfer, promotion or initial hiring into a DOT/safety-sensitive position shall submit to testing for drugs and alcohol and test negative before performing any job functions that are safety-sensitive or require a CDL. External job applicants with a confirmed positive drug or alcohol test result shall be denied employment and shall be required to wait one year before applying for another position within Tulsa County.

Requirements

Skill in recreational activities such as wellness/fitness, sports, arts and crafts.
Knowledge of game rules; of departmental policies and procedures.
Ability to maintain discipline; to deal tactfully with others; to instruct and supervise others.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Valid Oklahoma Driver’s License
Lifeguard Certification
First Aid CPR within six months of employment

Responsibilities

Organize, promote and develop interests in a variety of recreational activities, such as arts and crafts, sports, games, wellness/fitness, music, dramatics, birdwatching, and hobbies.
Maintain discipline at recreation center and other areas.
Instruct participants in game rules and procedures.
Maintain cleanliness in recreation areas.
Create camps that provide a safe and fun environment for children and staff involved.
Instruct specialized classes in sports/fitness and aquatics.
Coordinate and plan seasonal programs, activities and community events, with other staff members as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.