Recreation Leader I - Basketball Referee

Peninsula Metropolitan Park District•Gig Harbor, WA
•$17 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation Leader I assists with organizing, planning, and facilitating seasonal recreation activities and provides excellent customer service to program patrons. Programs may include youth or adult sports leagues, sports camps and clinics, special events, youth activities, instructional classes, and teen programming. The role works with the Recreation Coordinator and program supervisor and may assist with other recreation programs as requested. Work hours vary, up to 79 hours per month, and the position is under 15 hours per week. The schedule includes Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and some weeknights from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or comparable experience.
  • Working knowledge of recreation programs, services, and appropriate activities for youth, with a strong interest in working with youth.
  • Ability to interact effectively and professionally with a wide variety of program participants, community members, and co-workers.
  • Creativity, energy, and patience.
  • Knowledge of basic needs and safety concerns associated with the care of children.
  • Experience, education, and/or training that provides the knowledge and abilities needed to meet program needs.
  • Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

  • One year of childcare experience.
  • First Aid certification.
  • CPR certification.

Responsibilities

  • Assist with youth or adult sports leagues, sports camps and clinics, and special events.
  • Assist the Recreation Coordinator with planning, coordinating, and supervising youth activities, youth camps, special events, instructional classes, and teen programming.
  • Communicate feedback between participants and the program supervisor.
  • Prepare letters, program evaluation forms, memos, accident reports, and rosters.
  • Use the software system to process program registrations and update client accounts.
  • Attend assigned meetings and trainings.
  • Remain actively involved with program participants and engage in activities.
  • Perform facility opening and closing responsibilities.
  • Perform minor maintenance and custodial duties as needed.
  • Assist with other recreation programs as requested.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 40 hours worked.
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