Recreation Leader III - Seasonal

City of Pittsburg•Pittsburg, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Pittsburg is seeking enthusiastic, responsible, customer-focused Recreation Leaders III to serve as primary on-site leads for assigned recreation programs. The role provides direction, training, and support to Recreation Leader I and II employees and works under a supervisor’s direction. Approval is required before making significant changes to schedules, activities, staffing assignments, purchases, or established program procedures. Assignments may involve Tiny Tots sports for children ages 3–6; adaptive recreation programs for adults ages 18 and older with disabilities; youth and young adult enrichment programs; or adult sports for participants ages 18 and older. Program activities may include sports, fitness, arts, mentoring, leadership development, workforce readiness, educational workshops, community service, and other recreational opportunities. Adaptive programming involves collaborating with organizations, caregivers, families, and community partners and adapting activities, instructions, materials, or equipment to accommodate participants’ varying abilities and needs. The Recreation Leader III helps create safe, inclusive, and positive experiences for participants, families, staff, and community partners. The position oversees program planning, development, and operations; guides employees; supports participant engagement; provides customer service; and helps maintain program and facility records and operations. The City’s Recreation Department offers programs and services across Tiny Tots, adaptive recreation, youth and young adult services, sports, parks, aquatics, and senior services.

Requirements

Ability to ensure a safe and fun experience for program participants.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Positive attitude and ability to communicate with the public, parents, and staff, address inquiries, and provide a high-quality experience.
Leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficiency in scheduling software and basic computer applications.

Nice To Haves

Possession of CPR and First Aid certification is desirable.
Creative, energetic, and enthusiastic personality.

Responsibilities

Lead the on-site operation of assigned recreation programs and provide direction, training, and support to Recreation Leader I and II employees.
Follow supervisor direction and obtain approval before making significant changes to schedules, activities, staffing assignments, purchases, or established procedures.
Enforce safety rules, regulations, and emergency procedures to protect patrons and staff.
Conduct facility inspections as needed, ensure facilities are properly maintained and supplied, and schedule repairs as needed.
Prepare records and reports to track program usage for budget and program management.
Address inquiries and resolve complaints while providing excellent customer service and enforcing applicable health, safety, and welfare rules.
Oversee program planning, development, and operations.
Monitor and guide employees, delegate responsibilities, encourage collaboration, and foster a positive environment.
Support participant involvement through engagement and promotion strategies.
Communicate with supervisors and team members about attendance, scheduling conflicts, workload concerns, and unexpected circumstances.
Communicate with participants, families, caregivers, community partners, and schools.
For adaptive programs, collaborate with partners and modify activities, instructions, materials, or equipment to accommodate individual needs and varying skill levels.
For adult sports programs, promote sportsmanship, teamwork, participant safety, and positive experiences for players, coaches, officials, and spectators.