Recreation Leader I

Largo • Largo, FL

2d • $18

About The Position

Responsible for supporting staff to effectively carry out the activities of the City of Largo's Recreation, Parks and Arts programs. Implements, plans, supervises, and participates in one or more leisure activities. Work is performed with some independence in achieving objectives and carrying out activities according to established policies and procedures. Individuals in this class receive direction from an assigned supervisor.

Requirements

• Must be outgoing and personable
• Must be dependable and prompt for your assigned shifts
• Have the ability to work a flexible schedule (variety of days and times that will change from week to week)
• Have the ability to take initiative and prioritize tasks
• Have the ability to plan and execute activities for registered participants
• Have the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions
• Have the ability to concentrate on details
• Have the ability to deal with people tactfully and diplomatically
• Have the ability to do light to heavy manual work
• Have the ability to process payments at the front desk
• Have the ability to provide positive customer service
• Must be 16 years old at the date of application (PART-TIME POSITIONS)
• Must be at least 18 years old due to Pinellas County Childcare Licensing Board requirement (FULL-TIME POSITIONS)
• High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED) required (FULL-TIME POSITIONS)
• Certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) first aid is required within 90 days of hire; training is provided
• Team Members under the age of 18 will be restricted from the following tasks: Driving any vehicles (including personal vehicles) during scheduled work hours, Operating grounds maintenance tools, Operating tennis court tractor

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in recreation setting or customer service preferred (PART-TIME POSITIONS)
• Some experience in a recreation setting, customer service, or childcare programs preferred (FULL-TIME POSITIONS)
• Completion of License Board training requirements within one year of hire date (FULL-TIME POSITIONS)
• Staff Member in Charge Certification (SMIC) and Childcare 40 clock-hour training (FULL-TIME POSITIONS)

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes leisure activities such as sports, arts and crafts, drama, special events, environmental education, tours, field trips, etc.
• 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 children enrolled in programs
• Assists in training staff and volunteers
• Inputs and retrieves data from the computer
• Maintains communication between customers and other staff
• Supports the division and the department in external activities
• Processes documents and applications pertaining to membership and registrations
• Collects activity fees and processes payments
• Prepares daily activity reports
• Assists with the maintenance, opening, and securing of the facility and equipment
• May be responsible for the department's public relations by designing and updating the bulletin board, marquees, and fliers as requested
• Tracks daily facility attendance and may track financial activities
• Administers first aid when necessary and completes appropriate reports
• Sets up and breaks down rooms for activities as appropriate
• Participates in the maintenance of facility cleanliness
• May complete daily fitness/safety inspections
• Staff assigned to nature parks works with an environmental education focus, creates, and updates park displays and exhibits; handles wildlife for educational purposes, and performs general park maintenance

Benefits

• Team Members enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our team members.
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA); paid life insurance; and AD&D coverage, with optional supplemental life insurance available.
• Full-time team members participate in a Defined Contribution 401(a) Plan with a generous City match.
• Public Safety team members participate in retirement plans outlined in their respective union agreements.
• All team members may enroll in optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b) plans.
• Additional benefits include 11 paid holidays, 24/7 access to fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees